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Tips och ideas about: Use of computer


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Computer workstation at work

Ergonomic computer workstation – suitable for a person with a high spinal cord injury [..]

Computer workstation at work
Author Yasmin2009 Categories Study/office, Use of computer, WorkplaceTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Mini keyboard

Small keyboard – suitable for persons with limited reach [..]

Mini keyboard
Author Yasmin2009 Categories Use of computerTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Computer workstation

Ergonomic computer workstation – suitable for persons with tetraplegia
[..]

Computer workstation
Author Tomas2008 Categories Communication at work, Study/office, Use of computerTags Low tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C7-Th1)

Placement of computer in adapted workplace

Being able to see the back of the computer makes it easier for people with disabilities to work. It is easier to explain to others how to change cables, etc. [..]

Placement of computer in adapted workplace
Author Anders2007 Categories Use of computerTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Typing and telephone stick

A stick inserted into the universal holder enables a person without dexterity to punch in a phone number and type on a computer [..]

Typing and telephone stick
Author Anders2007 Categories Use of computer, Use of phoneTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Universal holder on wrist bandage

Holder for flatware and typing sticks sewn onto wrist bandage, suitable for persons without wrist function or finger dexterity [..]

Universal holder on wrist bandage
Author Anders2007 Categories Communication at work, Eating, Switching on and off, Use of computer, Use of phoneTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Controlling computer with head mouse

Suspending a headset from the ceiling makes it easier for a person with impaired hand function to put it on [..]

Controlling computer with head mouse
Author Anders2007 Categories Use of computerTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Computer workstation at home with MouseTrapper

MouseTrapper facilitates computer work – suitable for persons who have or are at risk of having shoulder problems [..]

Computer workstation at home with MouseTrapper
Author Suzanne2007 Categories Communication at work, Use of computer, WorkplaceTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Controlling the computer with WiVIK and head mouse

Using WiVIK and a head mouse a person without arm and hand function can type on the computer [..]

Controlling the computer with WiVIK and head mouse
Author Kalle2007 Categories Use of computerTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Joystick to control computer

Custom-designed joystick to control computer games with chin [..]

Joystick to control computer
Author Kalle2007 Categories Games, Use of computerTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Microphone to control computer

The microphone is an alternative method for controlling a computer for persons who do not have arm or hand function to play computer games [..]

Microphone to control computer
Author Kalle2007 Categories Games, Use of computerTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Reflectors for controlling head mouse

Reflectors from Panduro Hobby are less expensive and better for controlling the head mouse than the accompanying reflectors [..]

Reflectors for controlling head mouse
Author Kalle2007 Categories Use of computerTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Camera tripod as joystick holder for controlling computer

Camera tripod works well as a joystick holder for persons who control the joystick with their chin [..]

Camera tripod as joystick holder for controlling computer
Author Kalle2007 Categories Games, Use of computerTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Joybox to control computer

Joybox is a keyboard input device suitable for persons without arm or hand function who want to play computer games [..]

Joybox to control computer
Author Kalle2007 Categories Games, Use of computerTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Control of computer without arm/hand function

Custom modifications make it possible for persons without function in their arms and hands to play computer games [..]

Control of computer without arm/hand function
Author Kalle2007 Categories Games, Use of computerTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Computer desk

An adjustable height computer desk is suitable for wheelchair users [..]

Computer desk
Author Kalle2007 Categories Furniture, Study/office, Use of computerTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Headset for sip/puff controls

Headset for sip/puff controls to control computer that works well [..]

Headset for sip/puff controls
Author Kalle2007 Categories Use of computerTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Extra sip/puff control for computer

Double sip/puff controls help a person without arm or hand function to play computer games [..]

Extra sip/puff control for computer
Author Kalle2007 Categories Games, Use of computerTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Typing on computer

Maneuvering on the computer with a regular pen [..]

Typing on computer
Author Yasmin2007 Categories Use of computerTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Workroom with computer workstation

Workroom with computer workstation for a person who controls the computer with a head mouse [..]

Workroom with computer workstation
Author Martin2006 Categories Study/office, Use of computer, WorkplaceTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Use of computer with head mouse in bed

Custom-made laptop table for use in bed – highly appreciated assistive device for persons who control the computer with a head mouse [..]

Use of computer with head mouse in bed
Author Martin2006 Categories Use of computer, WorkplaceTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Writing stick for computer

Simple mouth stick can be used for pocket calculators and certain computer functions (pressing multiple keys) – suitable for persons without active hand function [..]

Writing stick for computer
Author Ragge2006 Categories Use of computerTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Adapted mouse

Simple modifications enable a person with impaired hand function to use a mouse with trackball [..]

Adapted mouse
Author Ragge2006 Categories Communication at work, Use of computerTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Custom modification to control computer with head mouse

The reflector that controls the head mouse is glued to a small clothes pin [..]

Custom modification to control computer with head mouse
Author Conny2005 Categories Communication at work, Use of computerTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Writing stick for keyboarding

Writing stick made of hobby clay, appropriate for persons with impaired dexterity. [..]

Writing stick for keyboarding
Author Pasi2005 Categories Communication at work, Use of computerTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Mini keyboard

The user switched to a smaller keyboard and had less elbow pain. [..]

Mini keyboard
Author Pasi2005 Categories Communication at work, Use of computer, WorkplaceTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

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)

Typing sticks for writing on computer

Durable typing sticks; assistive device for persons who lack finger function [..]

Typing sticks for writing on computer
Author Susanne2005 Categories Communication at work, Use of computerTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Typing sticks for typing on computer

Assistive device for persons with impaired dexterity [..]

Typing sticks for typing on computer
Author Anonym 12005 Categories Communication at work, Use of computerTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

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