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Tips och ideas about: Carrying, moving and handling objects


  • Handling packaging (8)
  • Lifting and carrying (34)
  • Opening/closing (53)
  • Picking up/taking down (29)
  • Switching on and off (36)
  • Transporting (45)

Remote control for wall radio

The remote control unit for the radio is always accessible from the bed [..]

Remote control for wall radio
Author Ragge2006 Categories Switching on and off, Television and soundTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Listen to radio and control bed

Opportunity to listen to radio in bed without disturbing a partner; suitable for persons who have compromised hand/arm function. [..]

Listen to radio and control bed
Author Ragge2006 Categories Switching on and off, Television and soundTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Adaptation for book or magazine

A key ring taped to a book makes it possible for a person with impaired hand function to handle the book [..]

Adaptation for book or magazine
Author Ragge2006 Categories Picking up/taking down, Reading at work, TransportingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Pliers to reach things in high deep cabinets

Wheelchair users can reach things that are farther away with pliers. [..]

Pliers to reach things in high deep cabinets
Author Lotta2006 Categories Picking up/taking downTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Plastic basket to move objects

A basket for moving objects, appropriate for wheelchair users. [..]

Plastic basket to move objects
Author Lotta2006 Categories Care of clothing, TransportingTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Can opener

Can opener with wall bracket. [..]

Can opener
Author Gert2005 Categories Handling packaging, Preparing mealsTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Pliers

Passive pliers. Used for reaching, getting to and picking up things. [..]

Pliers
Author Gert2005 Categories Picking up/taking down, Taking care of animals, Taking care of plants indoors and outdoorsTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Telescoping ramps on motorboat

Telescoping ramp is used to bring electric wheelchair onto motorboat [..]

Telescoping ramps on motorboat
Author Claes2005 Categories Transporting, Water sports and boatsTags Low tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C7-Th1)

Radio by the bed

Radio placed on its edge to enable persons with impaired arm/hand function to reach all buttons when lying in bed. [..]

Radio by the bed
Author Gert2005 Categories Switching on and off, Television and soundTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Bag on wheelchair

A practical bag for wheelchair users. The user can keep an eye on the bag at the same time that it keeps the user’s feet in place. [..]

Bag on wheelchair
Author Conny2005 Categories Moving around by wheelchair, TransportingTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Environmental control

– facilitates remote control of TVs, CD players, VCRs, phones, and other electrical appliances [..]

Environmental control
Author Pasi2005 Categories Switching on and offTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Holder for transmitter of environmental control

The transmitter sits on a strap that holds the thighs together [..]

Holder for transmitter of environmental control
Author Glenn2005 Categories Door opener, Switching on and offTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Plastic bag holder

A practical and secure way to bring along bags [..]

Plastic bag holder
Author Glenn2005 Categories Getting goods and services, TransportingTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Universal rod with molded handle

Assistive device for writing and for picking up various objects for persons with impaired dexterity. [..]

Universal rod with molded handle
Author Bruno2005 Categories Switching on and off, Use of computerTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Dresser drawers with handles

Handle on dresser drawers appropriate for persons with impaired hand function [..]

Dresser drawers with handles
Author Bruno2005 Categories Furniture, Opening/closingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Customized handle for mobile phone

Custom modification to phone for persons with impaired hand function [..]

Customized handle for mobile phone
Author Bruno2005 Categories Lifting and carrying, Use of phoneTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Adapted grip for car keys

Customized grip for car keys suitable for persons with impaired hand function [..]

Adapted grip for car keys
Author Bruno2005 Categories Opening/closingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Tray to hold on lap

Tray suitable for persons using a wheelchair [..]

Tray to hold on lap
Author Monica2005 Categories Lifting and carrying, TransportingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Customized dressing hook

Assistive device with many applications for wheelchair users [..]

Customized dressing hook
Author Bruno2005 Categories Opening/closing, Picking up/taking down, Switching on and offTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Storage under wheelchair

Extra room under wheelchair for storing objects [..]

Storage under wheelchair
Author Bruno2005 Categories Moving around by wheelchair, TransportingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Universal knob for doors, stove and lock

Portable and adapted handle that enlarges and therefore makes it easier for a person with impaired hand function to twist/open/close various types of lock and stove knobs. [..]

Universal knob for doors, stove and lock
Author Bruno2005 Categories Kitchen, Opening/closing, Switching on and offTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Closet without plinth

Adapted closet that makes it easier for a person in a wheelchair to come close to pick out clothing and objects [..]

Closet without plinth
Author Bruno2005 Categories Bedroom, Picking up/taking down, StorageTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Picking things up from the floor

Towel and plastic bag that a person with impaired hand function can use to pick things up from the floor. [..]

Picking things up from the floor
Author Gert2005 Categories Picking up/taking downTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Picking up small objects from the floor

Persons without finger function use a playing card to pick small objects up from the floor. [..]

Picking up small objects from the floor
Author Gert2005 Categories Picking up/taking downTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Scissors with table support

Adapted scissors for persons with impaired hand function [..]

Scissors with table support
Author Gert2005 Categories Carrying, moving and handling objects at work, Handling packagingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Homemade handle

Homemade handle of cernit clay with and without key ring [..]

Homemade handle
Author Monica2005 Categories Lifting and carrying, Switching on and off, Use of phoneTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Picking things up from the floor with a towel

A towel can serve as an assistive device for persons with impaired hand function to pick up objects from the floor. [..]

Picking things up from the floor with a towel
Author Susanne2005 Categories Picking up/taking downTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Squeegee, an assistive device for circuit breakers

Wheelchair users can use a squeegee to reset circuit breakers. [..]

Squeegee, an assistive device for circuit breakers
Author Susanne2005 Categories Picking up/taking down, Switching on and offTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Easy-grip bottle opener

Bottle opener that can be used by persons with impaired hand function [..]

Easy-grip bottle opener
Author Susanne2005 Categories Drinking, Handling packaging, Opening/closingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Key ring in zipper

Persons with impaired dexterity can use a zipper if they attach a key ring to the zipper tab. [..]

Key ring in zipper
Author Susanne2005 Categories Handling of money, Opening/closingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

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