High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6)

Universal rod – use

Custom-designed rod enables persons with compromised arm/hand function to reach, retrieve and handle a number of different objects.

Entrance telephone in night table

The entrance telephone is always accessible when the user is in bed – suitable for persons who cannot transfer from the bed independently

Customized wheelchair table

Wheelchair table enables a person with impaired arm and hand function to eat, read and write

Adapted dosette

The dosette is useful for persons with impaired hand function

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

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.

Razor on stand

Razor enables persons without active hand function to shave independently

Adapted eating utensils

Orthosis makes independent eating possible for a person with a high spinal cord injury.

Adapted mouse

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

Thermometer and clock on wheelchair

A thermometer and clock that are always accessible

Safety string for wheelchair

Discrete string prevents a person who operates an electric wheelchair and has poor balance from falling forward

Radio on electric wheelchair

A radio that the user can bring along on the electric wheelchair

Hold and transport a bottle

A small specially designed assistive device for persons without active hand function, which makes it possible to take a bottle out of the cooler and to transport it

Wireless switch

Adapted wireless remote control for switch

Adapted colon cleansing kit for travel

The Clysmatic colonic kit can be used while traveling

Adapted oven thermometer

A key ring is used to adapt an oven thermometer combined with a timer

Accessible desk

Desk with double work surface and accessible control panel for electric outlets

Eat a sandwich without using hands

Plexiglas table on stand enables persons without active hand function to eat food such as a sandwich.

Adapted oven handle

Simple adjustment makes it possible for a person with compromised arm and/or hand function to open an oven door

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

Adapted joystick for electric wheelchair

A cradle that sits on the electric wheelchair’s joystick makes independent operation possible for a person with impaired hand function

Adapted colon cleansing kit

An adapted colon cleansing kit makes it possible for a person with a spinal cord injury to take care of body functions faster

Customized night table

An all-in-one night table with room for many functions that helps a person with a high injury to stay in touch with and have control over the rest of the world even when in bed

Adapted phone with storage

Voice-controlled portable telephone that works and is always accessible for a person who uses an electric wheelchair and has impaired hand function

Read and snack in bed

Combined reading and snack table integrated in a customized night table, suitable for persons with compromised or no arm and/or hand function

Scale

A suspended scale with a ceiling lift is appropriate for persons who transfer with ceiling lift

Mug and mug holder on electric wheelchair

Suitable mug for persons with loss of sensation and compromised arm and/or hand function; the mug is always accessible in a holder on the electric wheelchair

Telephone holder on shower chair

Accessible phone even when showering

Storage for remote control for radio/phone

Remote control units that sit on a firm surface are easier to use for persons with impaired hand function

Door closer for exterior door

A simple solution to close the door after entering or leaving, suitable for wheelchair users

Customized electric toothbrush

The handle of the electric toothbrush enables a person without active hand function to brush teeth independently.

Mobile assistive device for coughing

An assistive device that provides support for coughing even when traveling – suitable for persons who cannot cough on their own

Breakfast cart

Using the breakfast cart the user (who operates a wheelchair and has impaired hand function) can treat his wife to breakfast in bed

Coughing aid

Assistive device provides support for coughing; suitable for persons who are unable to cough by themselves

Cooking, tilting holder for oil/butter

Stand that enables a person with impaired hand function to pour oil, liquid margarine or other liquid into a pan

Hair brush on stand

Hair brush on stand – assistive device makes scratching possible for persons without active hand function

Remote control for wall radio

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

Leg rest for electric wheelchair

Easily assembled leg rest, used to be able to sleep in electric wheelchair

Microwave oven

People without active hand function can independently heat food and prepare coffee in the microwave.

Simple mechanical door closer

Simple solution for wheelchair users to close outward-opening doors

Onion and vegetable cutter

An assistive device that quickly and easily cuts onions and other vegetables – suitable for persons who lack active hand function

Specially designed workstation

This customized desk is the product of a workplace accessibility project

Cooling and heating vest

Vest with built-in hot or cold pads, suitable for persons with problems regulating body temperature

Cranberry juice

Cranberry juice is used to prevent urinary tract infections.

Customized trousers

Customized trousers with zipper and opening for persons who use uribag.

Automatic door opener

Automatic door opener with various controls.

Heating fan

Heating fan suitable for persons who find it difficult to regulate body temperature.

Cleaning cabinet without plinth

Cleaning cabinet without plinth allows easy access to shelves and objects while sitting in the wheelchair.

Can opener

Can opener with wall bracket.

Pliers

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

Potato peeler

A machine that peels potatoes, useful for persons with impaired hand function.

Reflective armband

Worn on arms when operating wheelchair outdoors in the dark.

Wheelchair gloves

Individually manufactured gloves used for transfers (to or from wheelchair) and when operating the wheelchair.

Cutting board with nails

Cutting board for persons with impaired hand function.

Oven

Oven placed at just the right height for a person sitting in a wheelchair.

Sliding door to bathroom

Sliding doors save space and are suitable for wheelchair users.

Hairbrush with handle

Simple, practical handle on hairbrush for persons with impaired hand function.

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.

Ceiling lift between bathroom and bedroom

Ceiling lift on track from bathroom to bedroom.

Control unit for environmental control system

Transmitter to control alarm and door opener.

Electric bed

Electric bed equipped with bed lift. The bed has four adjustable sections.

Writing stick for keyboarding

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

Mini keyboard

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

Workplace in bed

An efficient workplace in bed for persons with impaired finger and hand function.

Environmental control

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

Adapted joystick for Permobil

Joystick appropriate for persons with impaired dexterity.

Electric space heater

Provides extra heat for persons who freeze easily.

Floor hoist

Assistive device to transfer persons with high spinal cord injury.

Electric toothbrush

Electric toothbrush attached to the side of the wash basin

Sliding board

Facilitates transfers to and from the wheelchair

Ramp at apartment door

Threshold ramps to apartment door with anti-slip protection

Adapted grip for car keys

Customized grip for car keys suitable for persons with impaired hand function

Storage under wheelchair

Extra room under wheelchair for storing objects

Kitchen – partly accessible for people with disabilities

Kitchen with many countertops – a possibility to make it easier for wheelchairusers to manage in a regular kitchen

Plastic mug with large handle

Easy-grip, lightweight mug that can be used by persons with impaired hand function

Sliding door

A sliding door is easy to use and convenient for a person who uses a wheelchair.

Tray to hold on lap

Tray suitable for persons using a wheelchair

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.