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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)

Lid opener suitable for people with weak hands

Lid opener can work for people with extremely impaired handfunction [..]

Lid opener suitable for people with weak hands
Author Susanne2020 Categories Opening/closing, Preparing mealsTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Magnetic grip

Magnets of different strengths sewn into wheelchair gloves – suitable for individuals with impaired handfunctions [..]

Magnetic grip
Author Anonym 352019 Categories Lifting and carrying, Opening/closing, Picking up/taking down, TransportingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Scissors tongs with elastic band

Scissors tongs can be used to withdraw credit cards from pay stations. [..]

Scissors tongs with elastic band
Author PO2017 Categories Handling of money, Picking up/taking downTags Motor incomplete tetraplegia (C2-Th1)

Amazon Echo Dot

A voice controlled device used as an environmental control, to play music, to surf on the internet, and more [..]

Amazon Echo Dot
Author Will2017 Categories Communication at work, Opening/closing, Reading at work, Switching on and off, Use of alarm, Use of computerTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Modified snuffbox

Key ring on lid enables a person with impaired hand function to open the container [..]

Modified snuffbox
Author Anonym 302016 Categories Handling packagingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Clean up Lego with a broom

Sweeping up Lego is much easier than trying to pick up all the pieces, one by one – a simple method for parents with disabilities [..]

Clean up Lego with a broom
Author Annna2016 Categories Picking up/taking down, PlayTags Low paraplegia (Th11-S1)

Transporting camping gear by wheelchair

– an option for people with disabilities [..]

Transporting camping gear by wheelchair
Author Anders 12016 Categories Camping/motor home, Outdoor life, TransportingTags Low paraplegia (Th11-S1)

Telephone string

A simple solution for easier handling of a mobile phone – suitable for people with impaired hand function [..]

Telephone string
Author Alex2015 Categories Lifting and carrying, Use of phoneTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Plastic key holder

– enables people with impaired hand function to unlock the apartment door independently [..]

Plastic key holder
Author Alex2015 Categories Opening/closingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Modified wallet

With the help of a loop a person with impaired hand function can easily pick up a wallet [..]

Modified wallet
Author Alex2015 Categories Lifting and carrying, Picking up/taking downTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Automatic toothpaste dispenser

– makes it possible to take toothpaste without needing to open/close the cap and without needing to squeeze the tube – suitable for people with impaired hand function [..]

Automatic toothpaste dispenser
Author Alex2015 Categories Body care, Opening/closingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Bathtub stopper

– simple adaptation that allows a person with reduced hand function to easily pull out the bath tub plug [..]

Bathtub stopper
Author Alex2015 Categories Body care, Opening/closingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Door closer

With the help of a simple string a person who uses a wheelchair can easily close the door from the inside [..]

Door closer
Author Alex2015 Categories Opening/closingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Handle on apartment door

With the help of a handle a person who uses a wheelchair can easily close the door behind him [..]

Handle on apartment door
Author Alex2015 Categories Opening/closingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Bag on wheelchair

Accessible homemade wheelchair bag [..]

Bag on wheelchair
Author Alex2015 Categories Moving around by wheelchair, TransportingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Flush toilet using a string

With the help of a simple string a person with impaired hand function can easily flush the toilet
[..]

Flush toilet using a string
Author Alex2015 Categories Switching on and off, ToiletingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Scissors with table support

A stable scissors suitable for people with disabilities with impaired hand function [..]

Scissors with table support
Author Anonym 12015 Categories Carrying, moving and handling objects, Handling packagingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Wheelchair bag

Inconspicuous and spacious wheelchair bag that does not alter the center of gravity [..]

Wheelchair bag
Author Anonym 252015 Categories Moving around by wheelchair, TransportingTags Low paraplegia (Th11-S1)

Home-made buttoning device

Practical home-made buttoning device – suitable for people with impaired hand function [..]

Home-made buttoning device
Author Ina2015 Categories Dressing, Opening/closingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Smartphone handle and stand

Easy adaptation that serves as a handle and stand for the phone for people with impaired hand function [..]

Smartphone handle and stand
Author Anonym 12015 Categories Picking up/taking down, Use of phoneTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Voice-controlled TV

– simplifies life for people with severe disabilities [..]

Voice-controlled TV
Author Ragge2015 Categories Opening/closing, Television and soundTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Modified remote control devices

Modifications enable a user without finger function to grasp controllers and use them [..]

Modified remote control devices
Author Ragge2015 Categories Switching on and off, Television and soundTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Turning on computer with foot

– an easy way to turn on the computer for people who drive a wheelchair [..]

Turning on computer with foot
Author Ragge2015 Categories Switching on and off, Use of computerTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Accessible placement of power switch for desk lamp

– suitable for people with extensive physical disabilities [..]

Accessible placement of power switch for desk lamp
Author Ragge2015 Categories Switching on and offTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Modified toothbrush

A holder that enables people without finger function to hold a toothbrush [..]

Modified toothbrush
Author Anonym 232015 Categories Body care, Lifting and carryingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Technique to pull down the zipper of an outer jacket

Using a key ring attached to the zipper – technique for people with extensive disabilities [..]

Technique to pull down the zipper of an outer jacket
Author Kenneth2014 Categories Dressing, Opening/closingTags Motor incomplete tetraplegia (C2-Th1)

Modified rod

– enables people with extensive disabilities to pick objects up from the floor [..]

Modified rod
Author Kenneth2014 Categories Picking up/taking downTags Motor incomplete tetraplegia (C2-Th1)

Modified bag for valuables

A small modified bag sits on the wheelchair and provides access to important medicines and valuables [..]

Modified bag for valuables
Author Kenneth2014 Categories Moving around by wheelchair, TransportingTags Motor incomplete tetraplegia (C2-Th1)

Modified transmitter for environmental control system

Self-adhesive 3M Bumpons on the transmitter facilitates control for people with impaired hand function [..]

Modified transmitter for environmental control system
Author Kenneth2014 Categories Switching on and offTags Motor incomplete tetraplegia (C2-Th1)

Key ring with “bite tug”

A user with extensive disabilities can use a “bite tug” to help pull up a zipper on a jacket [..]

Key ring with “bite tug”
Author Kenneth2014 Categories Dressing, Opening/closingTags Motor incomplete tetraplegia (C2-Th1)

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