– convert wheelchair into a hand/arm bike
Tips by Tomas
Custom-made wheelchair gloves
Custom sewn wheelchair gloves with friction surface on the thumb that facilitates wheelchair driving for people with impaired hand function
Mirror to check ulcers
It is important for people with impaired sensation to check their skin regularly
Positioning cushion that can support the entire body
– provides firm support and reduces shoulder pain
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
Custom-made hand and nail file
File surface placed on a bottle provides a good handle – suitable for people with impaired hand function
Organized tool storage
Tools mounted at right height – organized and easily accessible for wheelchair users
Wheelchair – adapted calf strap
A broad padded calf strap makes sitting in Panthera wheelchair more comfortable
Furniture on casters
Furniture on casters is easy to move – suitable for wheelchair users
Wheelchair – strap that holds wheelchair cushion in place
Wheelchair transfers are easier when the cushion doesn’t slide around or bend
Wheelchair – Engblom comfort footrest
Padded footrest on wheelchair prevents pressure ulcers when barefoot
Wheelchair – extra Velcro straps for fine-tuning of wheelchair back
– makes sitting in Panthera wheelchair more comfortable
Wheelchair – trunk support to Panthera
Soft trunk support in wheelchair helps maintain balance
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
Lap tray that stays on lap
Tray with many applications for people who drive a wheelchair
Knife sharpener
– an easy way to sharpen knives
Single-leg camera stand (monopod)
Aids wheelchair users in photography
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
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
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
Transfer belt EasyBelt
EasyBelt facilitate transfers – suitable for wheelchair users who need help with transfers
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
“Push stick” for wheelchair
A simple assistive device for people who cannot manage independently with a manual wheelchair in certain situations
Computer workstation
Ergonomic computer workstation – suitable for persons with tetraplegia
Kitchen – dishwasher Miele
Slide-out flatware compartment makes it easy to see and sort flatware – suitable for wheelchair users or persons who have difficulties to bend
Music – harmonica holder
An opportunity to play music without using hands – suitable for persons with impaired arm/hand function
Portable electronic sewing machine
Lightweight sewing machine with hand controls and automatic threading – suitable for wheelchair users who have impaired hand function
Music – modified electric guitar
Playing a guitar with only four strings – opportunity for persons with impaired dexterity
Musik – slide guitar
Slide guitar – opportunity to play guitar for person who uses a wheelchair and has impaired hand function
Training with rubber bands in living room
Rubber band in living room – simple exercise equipment that is always accessible
Massager
Used to treat tight muscles and as sex aid – suitable for persons with spinal cord injury
Oven in modified kitchen
Oven on counter works for a person who uses a wheelchair
Bathroom – squeegee with telescope handle
Squeegee with adjustable handle facilitates cleaning for wheelchair users
Sugar shaker
The sugar shaker fits well in the hand and is easy to use for persons with impaired hand function
Battery-operated salt/pepper mill
Salt and pepper mill – easy to use for persons with impaired hand function
Kitchen – battery-operated can opener
Automatic can opener – suitable for persons with impaired hand function
Sharp Japanese chef’s knives
Sharp knives make cooking easier for persons with impaired hand function
Balcony with seating, cooking facilities and plants
A spacious accessible balcony – an extra room in summer for wheelchair users.
Colander
Practical convenient colander – suitable for persons with impaired hand function
Grip device for pepper mill
A can opener that is also useful for a pepper mill – suitable for persons with impaired hand function
Kitchen – electric stick mixer
Stick mixer – an extremely useful household appliance for persons with impaired hand function
Kitchen – dishwasher detergent dispenser ‘Quickdisk’
Practical dishwasher detergent dispenser – useful for persons with impaired hand function and for the environment
Washbasin cabinet in adapted bathroom
Washbasin cabinet with curtain and shelf with cut-out section make it easier for wheelchair users to come close and maintain balance
Extra support for toilet chair
Reinforced water reservoir extends life span of toilet chair used by persons who drive a wheelchair and have poor balance
Soft seat for toilet
Soft seat – suitable for persons with loss of sensation
Convenient shower and toilet chair with soft seat
Soft seat on shower chair facilitates transfers for wheelchair users.
Microwave oven
Large handle on microwave oven – suitable for persons with impaired hand function
Remove hot baking sheet from oven
Universal pliers make it easy to take a hot baking sheet out of the oven – suitable for persons with impaired hand function
Flexible cutting board
Cutting board that also makes it easy to move and pour ingredients into a bowl or pot
Wine bottle opener with gas cartridge
Easy to use wine bottle opener – suitable for persons with impaired hand function
Easy-grip knife
Sharp knives and a steady grasp around the knife facilitate cooking for persons with impaired hand function
Custom-made butter knife
Butter knife with custom-made handle sits well in the hand – suitable for persons with impaired hand function
Kitchen – One-handed rolling pin
Practical easy to use rolling pin – suitable for persons with impaired hand function
Peeling potatoes
Cutting off the edges of the potato first and using a Y-shaped peeler makes the task easier for a person with impaired hand function
Cutting board with hole
Easy to handle for persons with impaired hand function