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Tips from Nina

Nina lives in an apartment. She is working part time. She was injured in 1996 and has a high tetraplegia (C4). She is a ventilator user. She has two personal assistants 24 hours a day.

Adapted pen to be able to write with mouth

The mouthpiece on the pen makes it easier to write with the mouth – suitable for persons with extensive disabilities [..]

Adapted pen to be able to write with mouth
Author Nina2008 Categories Handwriting/mouthwritingTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Book cushion

Tray with soft knee cushion as book support – suitable for persons who cannot hold a book [..]

Book cushion
Author Nina2008 Categories Reading, Reading at work, Reading for educationTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Camera arm

Assistive device for persons with extensive disabilities [..]

Camera arm
Author Nina2008 Categories Photographing/filmingTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Taking photos with mouth

Camera on stand with remote control – a possibility for persons with extensive disabilities [..]

Taking photos with mouth
Author Nina2008 Categories Photographing/filmingTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Clock on wheelchair display

A clock that is always accessible when sitting in the wheelchair [..]

Clock on wheelchair display
Author Nina2008 Categories PlanningTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Lap and hand cushions

Cushions in colors that match clothing on which to place arms and hands when sitting in the wheelchair – a possibility for persons with extensive disabilities [..]

Lap and hand cushions
Author Nina2008 Categories Moving around by wheelchair, Preventing swellingTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

TV in bedroom

Mounting the TV on the wall makes it easy to watch TV while lying in bed – suitable for persons who have to spend a lot of time in bed [..]

TV in bedroom
Author Nina2008 Categories Bedroom, Television and soundTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Wheelchair with various steering options

A variety of steering options for an electric wheelchair are important for persons who use their head to drive and easily develop neck pain [..]

Wheelchair with various steering options
Author Nina2008 Categories Moving around by wheelchairTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Ventilator

Ventilator and its placement on the wheelchair [..]

Ventilator
Author Nina2008 Categories Use of breathing aidsTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Rain cover for ventilator

Rain cover for ventilator – an important aid for persons who have their ventilator on the wheelchair [..]

Rain cover for ventilator
Author Nina2008 Categories Use of breathing aidsTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Bag valve mask (Ambu bag)

Convenient bag valve mask – an important assistive device for ventilator users [..]

Bag valve mask (Ambu bag)
Author Nina2008 Categories Use of breathing aidsTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Fire blanket

Accessible fire blanket increases security for persons who have difficulties moving [..]

Fire blanket
Author Nina2008 Categories Moving around by wheelchair, SecurityTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Mobile phone with holder on wheelchair

Mobile phone with headset – assistive device for persons without arm and hand function [..]

Mobile phone with holder on wheelchair
Author Nina2008 Categories Use of phoneTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Custom-designed easel

Easel that makes it possible to paint with mouth – suitable for persons with extensive disabilities [..]

Custom-designed easel
Author Nina2008 Categories ArtTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Brush with mouthpiece

Adapted brush – suitable for persons who paint with their mouth [..]

Brush with mouthpiece
Author Nina2008 Categories ArtTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Manuscript holder

Small lightweight manuscript holder that works well for one paper [..]

Manuscript holder
Author Nina2008 Categories Education, Reading, Reading at work, Reading for educationTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Folding book holder

Book holder – important assistive device for persons who cannot hold books [..]

Folding book holder
Author Nina2008 Categories Reading, Reading at work, Reading for educationTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Wrist bandage with handle

Strip sewn onto wrist bandage helps assistants to lift the arm of persons with extensive disabilities without pulling on their wrist [..]

Wrist bandage with handle
Author Nina2008 Categories Looking after ones health with assistance, Self care with assistanceTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Suction device and suction bottle

Suction device, an important assistive device for ventilator users with tracheostomy [..]

Suction device and suction bottle
Author Nina2008 Categories Use of breathing aidsTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Adapted baggage cart

Emergency equipment cart for ventilator user [..]

Adapted baggage cart
Author Nina2008 Categories Use of breathing aidsTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Large mirror on casters

A mirror is an important assistive device for correcting seated position – suitable for persons who lack sensation [..]

Large mirror on casters
Author Nina2008 Categories FurnitureTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Stand for ventilator tube by the bed

Stand with ventilator tube holder – assistive device for persons who use a ventilator [..]

Stand for ventilator tube by the bed
Author Nina2008 Categories Looking after ones health, Use of breathing aidsTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Mini flashlight

Small flashlight helps personal assistants work at night without disturbing the person with disabilities [..]

Mini flashlight
Author Nina2008 Categories Self care with assistanceTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Shade against light

An assistive device to avoid being disturbed by light at night – suitable for persons who have help from personal assistants [..]

Shade against light
Author Nina2008 Categories BedroomTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Neck roll cushion

The neck roll supports and helps to relax the neck during moves – suitable for persons with extensive disabilities who use a personal lift [..]

Neck roll cushion
Author Nina2008 Categories Mobility with assistance, Preventing/treating muscle tensions, Transfers with lifting devicesTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Positioning cushions in bed

Positioning cushions to lie comfortably, improve circulation and prevent decubitus ulcers – suitable for persons with extensive disabilities [..]

Positioning cushions in bed
Author Nina2008 Categories Bedroom, Preventing swelling, Preventing/healing ulcersTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Brushing teeth

A toothbrush that makes it easier for someone who needs help brushing teeth and that makes brushing teeth easier for persons with limited motor function [..]

Brushing teeth
Author Nina2008 Categories Body care, Self care with assistanceTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Projector clock

Assistive device suitable for persons with extensive disabilities [..]

Projector clock
Author Nina2008 Categories BedroomTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Small wheelchair table for tea cup

Cup with straw on wheelchair table enables persons with extensive disabilities to drink unassisted [..]

Small wheelchair table for tea cup
Author Nina2008 Categories Drinking, Moving around by wheelchair, TransportingTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Warming stone made out of soapstone

Soapstone is used to keep food warm – practical for slow eaters [..]

Warming stone made out of soapstone
Author Nina2008 Categories EatingTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

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