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Tips och ideas about: Eating, drinking


  • Drinking (28)
  • Eating (21)

Silicone ball as flatware holder

– an easy way to get a better grip on a fork or spoon – suitable for people with impaired hand function [..]

Silicone ball as flatware holder
Author Alex2015 Categories EatingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Flatware holder

– an easy way for people without finger function to hold a fork [..]

Flatware holder
Author Alex2015 Categories EatingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Folding tray

– can replace a table when necessary – suitable for people who use electric wheelchair [..]

Folding tray
Author Ragge2015 Categories Eating, Garden, Outdoor lifeTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Long straw

– enables people without function in arms or legs to drink independently [..]

Long straw
Author Ragge2015 Categories DrinkingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Flatware strap

A simple holder for flatware – suitable for people with impaired hand function [..]

Flatware strap
Author Anonym 232015 Categories EatingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Bestic flatware

A simple maneuverable assistive device for eating – suitable for disabled people who can’t use their arms and hands [..]

Bestic flatware
Author Martin2015 Categories EatingTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Water bottle with long straw

Water bottle attached to wheelchair [..]

Water bottle with long straw
Author Kenneth2014 Categories DrinkingTags Motor incomplete tetraplegia (C2-Th1)

Custom-designed holder for popsicle stick

– enable people with impaired hand function to hold a popsicle stick [..]

Custom-designed holder for popsicle stick
Author Anonym 12013 Categories Eating, Lifting and carryingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Holder for water bottle on wheelchair

Thanks to the bottle holder you will always have your water bottle with you – suitable for persons using a wheelchair [..]

Holder for water bottle on wheelchair
Author Gordon2012 Categories Drinking, TransportingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

My Spoon eating aid

– an electronic aid that enables people without arm and hand function to eat by themselves [..]

My Spoon eating aid
Author Martin2012 Categories EatingTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Mug with double glass for insulation

Attractive, lightweight heat-insulated coffee mug – suitable for people with reduced sensation [..]

Mug with double glass for insulation
Author Yasmin2012 Categories DrinkingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Attractive tea mug with double wall glass

Tea mug with insulated double wall glass – suitable for people with impaired grip and loss of sensation [..]

Attractive tea mug with double wall glass
Author Anonym 12011 Categories DrinkingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Water bottle with crocheted cover

….makes the bottle easy to grip and easy to bring along – suitable for people with impaired hand function [..]

Water bottle with crocheted cover
Author Anonym 192011 Categories Drinking, Training, TransportingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Adapted cup

– an easy way for people who have no finger function to drink [..]

Adapted cup
Author Adam2010 Categories DrinkingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Nutcracker

A nutcracker makes it easier to open screw tops – suitable for people with impaired hand function [..]

Nutcracker
Author Anonym 162010 Categories Drinking, Handling packaging, Preparing mealsTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Milk container with large handle

– aids people with impaired hand function [..]

Milk container with large handle
Author Anonym 162010 Categories Drinking, Lifting and carrying, Preparing mealsTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Thermal mug with large handle

Thermal mug with large handle suitable for people with impaired grip and reduced sensation [..]

Thermal mug with large handle
Author Yasmin2010 Categories Drinking, Preventing/healing ulcersTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Small easy-grip thermos

Thermos with good handle and automatic lid – suitable for persons with impaired hand function [..]

Small easy-grip thermos
Author Tomas2009 Categories DrinkingTags Low tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C7-Th1)

Small wheelchair table for tea cup

Cup with straw on wheelchair table enables persons with extensive disabilities to drink unassisted [..]

Small wheelchair table for tea cup
Author Nina2008 Categories Drinking, Moving around by wheelchair, TransportingTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

‘Camelbak’ hydration system

With the ‘camelbak’ water is always accessible when lying in bed – suitable for persons with compromised arm/hand function [..]

‘Camelbak’ hydration system
Author Gordon2008 Categories Drinking, Preventing urinary infectionsTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Warming stone made out of soapstone

Soapstone is used to keep food warm – practical for slow eaters [..]

Warming stone made out of soapstone
Author Nina2008 Categories EatingTags High tetraplegia without function in arms and hands (C2-4)

Wine bottle opener with gas cartridge

Easy to use wine bottle opener – suitable for persons with impaired hand function [..]

Wine bottle opener with gas cartridge
Author Tomas2008 Categories Drinking, Opening/closingTags Low tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C7-Th1)

Adapted dining table

The table support frame is sawn off to enable wheelchair users to slide their knees under the table. [..]

Adapted dining table
Author Glenn2008 Categories Dining room, Eating, FurnitureTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

China mug with thermal insulation

Easy-grip mug with rubber ring that insulates – suitable for persons with loss of sensation [..]

China mug with thermal insulation
Author Anonym 12008 Categories DrinkingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Modified knife

Modified knife – suitable for persons with impaired hand function [..]

Modified knife
Author Mats2008 Categories Eating, Preparing mealsTags 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)

Adapted eating utensils

Adapted eating utensils make it possible for a person with a high spinal cord injury to eat without assistance [..]

Adapted eating utensils
Author Anders2007 Categories EatingTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Modified kitchen table

A round table with a pedestal leg in the middle can be suitable for wheelchair users [..]

Modified kitchen table
Author Anders2007 Categories Drinking, Eating, FurnitureTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Drinking water directly from the faucet

A method for persons with high spinal cord injury to drink water [..]

Drinking water directly from the faucet
Author Anders2007 Categories Drinking, Kitchen, Water- and gas-tapsTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Dining table

By pulling out a drawer a wheelchair user can sit at a table that she or he otherwise could not slide in under [..]

Dining table
Author Suzanne2007 Categories Eating, Furniture, Living roomTags High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

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