– convert wheelchair into a hand/arm bike [..]
Tips from Tomas
Tomas lives in an apartment together with his partner. He works part time as a photographer. He was injured in 1983 and has a low tetraplegia. He has home help one hour a day.
Custom-made wheelchair gloves
Custom sewn wheelchair gloves with friction surface on the thumb that facilitates wheelchair driving for people with impaired hand function [..]
Travel kitchen
Kitchen travel kit that makes it easy for a person who uses a wheelchair to prepare food, even if the environment is not adapted [..]
Vinyl-backed terry cloth
Vinyl-backed terry cloth protects the wheelchair or lounge chair from becoming wet after a swim or shower [..]
Heating pad for microwave oven
Heating pad – a good assistive device for people who freeze easily [..]
Positioning cushion that can support the entire body
– provides firm support and reduces shoulder pain [..]
Custom-made hand and nail file
File surface placed on a bottle provides a good handle – suitable for people with impaired hand function [..]
Mirror to check ulcers
It is important for people with impaired sensation to check their skin regularly [..]
Organized tool storage
Tools mounted at right height – organized and easily accessible for wheelchair users [..]
Wheelchair – trunk support to Panthera
Soft trunk support in wheelchair helps maintain balance [..]
Wheelchair – extra Velcro straps for fine-tuning of wheelchair back
– makes sitting in Panthera wheelchair more comfortable [..]
Wheelchair – Engblom comfort footrest
Padded footrest on wheelchair prevents pressure ulcers when barefoot [..]
Wheelchair – adapted calf strap
A broad padded calf strap makes sitting in Panthera wheelchair more comfortable [..]
Wheelchair – strap that holds wheelchair cushion in place
Wheelchair transfers are easier when the cushion doesn’t slide around or bend [..]
Furniture on casters
Furniture on casters is easy to move – suitable for wheelchair users [..]
Lap tray that stays on lap
Tray with many applications for people who drive a wheelchair [..]
Long-reach stapler
Long-reach stapler makes sewing easier for people with impaired hand function [..]
Small easy-grip thermos
Thermos with good handle and automatic lid – suitable for persons with impaired hand function [..]
Japanese saw
Makes it easier to saw – suitable for persons with impaired strength and balance [..]
Knife sharpener
– an easy way to sharpen knives [..]
Door mat with good absorption
Easy-care door mat with good absorption – suitable for wheelchair users [..]
Bathroom – shower handle
A long and stable shower hose together with a convenient shower nozzle – suitable for people who shower while sitting on a shower chair [..]
Transfer to bathtub with assistance
Removal of the front and end plates of the bathtub, a place to sit next to the bathtub and a belt to wear during the transfer make it easier for wheelchair users to transfer to and from the bathtub [..]
Handy packing
Aluminum suitcases for storage of fragile items such as music and computer accessories – can also be used as support or tray on lap for wheelchair users [..]
Single-leg camera stand (monopod)
Aids wheelchair users in photography [..]
Sliding mat for transfers
The sliding mat prevents chafing and requires less strength during transfers to the bed or shower chair [..]
Handy storage
Transparent storage boxes help to keep things organized and make it easy to find for people who can’t take boxes down from a shelf – suitable for wheelchair users and/or people with poor hand function [..]
Taking photos
An aluminum suitcase makes it easy to hold the camera steady without a stand – suitable for wheelchair users. [..]
Music – playing the harmonica
– a good fun way to improve lung capacity [..]
Transfer belt EasyBelt
EasyBelt facilitate transfers – suitable for wheelchair users who need help with transfers [..]
