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Injury level: High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Folding bow ramp in accessible boat

– allows easy access for wheelchair users [..]

Folding bow ramp in accessible boat
Author Jonas2010 Categories Water sports and boatsTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Lift for persons on accessible boat

– makes it easier for people with disabilities to swim and get ashore at a high dock [..]

Lift for persons on accessible boat
Author Jonas2010 Categories Water sports and boatsTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Console in adapted boat

Adjustable console in adapted boat makes it possible for wheelchair users to steer the boat [..]

Console in adapted boat
Author Jonas2010 Categories Water sports and boatsTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Fishing on accessible boat

– an opportunity for wheelchair users [..]

Fishing on accessible boat
Author Jonas2010 Categories Water sports and boatsTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Anchor with remote control

Anchor in accessible boat that can be operated by a person with a disability [..]

Anchor with remote control
Author Jonas2010 Categories Water sports and boatsTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Attachment of wheelchair in accessible boat

Anchor points on floor of boat make it possible to tether wheelchairs [..]

Attachment of wheelchair in accessible boat
Author Jonas2010 Categories Water sports and boatsTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Accessible boat dock

Floating boat dock – suitable for boarding by people with motor disabilities [..]

Accessible boat dock
Author Jonas2010 Categories Water sports and boatsTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Carry, hold, fetch – help from service dog

A service dog can provide everyday help to wheelchair users by carrying, fetching, or holding objects [..]

Carry, hold, fetch – help from service dog
Author Ulla2010 Categories Lifting and carrying, Picking up/taking down, TransportingTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Open, close doors – help from service dog

A service dog can provide everyday help to people with disabilities by opening/closing doors or drawers [..]

Open, close doors – help from service dog
Author Ulla2010 Categories Opening/closing, Switching on and offTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Train a service dog by ‘clicking’

– a training method for service dogs [..]

Train a service dog by ‘clicking’
Author Ulla2010 Categories Opening/closing, Picking up/taking down, Taking care of animals, TransportingTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Bathroom cabinet in adapted bathroom

A wall-hung CD cabinet works well as a bathroom cabinet in tight spaces [..]

Bathroom cabinet in adapted bathroom
Author Ulla2010 Categories Bathroom, FurnitureTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Accessible kitchen

Accessible kitchen suitable for a person who uses a wheelchair and for people who are walkers [..]

Accessible kitchen
Author Ulla2010 Categories KitchenTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Individually adapted manual wheelchair in titanium

Good ergonomics and light weight facilitate driving and reduce the burden on shoulders [..]

Individually adapted manual wheelchair in titanium
Author Ulla2010 Categories Moving around by wheelchairTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Drive wheelchair on level ground assisted by service dog

The service dog stands on hind legs and helps the user to drive on level ground [..]

Drive wheelchair on level ground assisted by service dog
Author Ulla2010 Categories Moving around by wheelchairTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Dog training

Dog training for service dogs provides assistance in daily life to people with disabilities [..]

Dog training
Author Ulla2010 Categories Lifting and carrying, Opening/closing, Picking up/taking down, Switching on and off, Taking care of animalsTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Service dog pulling wheelchair

A service dog can help wheelchair users by pulling the wheelchair [..]

Service dog pulling wheelchair
Author Ulla2010 Categories Moving around by wheelchairTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Service Dog Zoe

Service dog provides daily living assistance for people with disabilities [..]

Service Dog Zoe
Author Ulla2010 Categories Lifting and carrying, Opening/closing, Picking up/taking down, Switching on and off, Taking care of animals, WalkingTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Self-inflating shower cushion

A self-inflating seat pad works well as shower cushion – suitable for wheelchair users who have impaired sensation [..]

Self-inflating shower cushion
Author Anonym 122010 Categories Preventing/healing ulcers, Self care on trips, Washing oneselfTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Adapted motorcycle

Custom-built motorcycle for person who drives a wheelchair [..]

Adapted motorcycle
Author Jocke 22009 Categories Cycle/motorbikeTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Widening doorway

A method to widen a doorway in tight spaces – suitable for wheelchair users [..]

Widening doorway
Author Gunnar2008 Categories Door openerTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Transfer from wheelchair to bed

Transfer technique for wheelchair users who have strong arms [..]

Transfer from wheelchair to bed
Author Eje2008 Categories Wheelchair transferTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Transfer from bed to wheelchair

Transfer technique for wheelchair users who have strong arms [..]

Transfer from bed to wheelchair
Author Eje2008 Categories Wheelchair transferTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Transfer from floor to wheelchair with straight legs

Transfer technique for persons with strong arms when are not wearing shoes [..]

Transfer from floor to wheelchair with straight legs
Author Eje2008 Categories Wheelchair transferTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Transfer from wheelchair to floor

Transfer technique for persons with strong arms [..]

Transfer from wheelchair to floor
Author Eje2008 Categories Wheelchair transferTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Motorized car trunk

Motorized car trunk aids persons with disabilities [..]

Motorized car trunk
Author Ronny2008 Categories Driving a car, Opening/closingTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Transfer from floor to wheelchair

Transfer technique for persons with strong arms [..]

Transfer from floor to wheelchair
Author Eje2008 Categories Wheelchair transferTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Aluminum hook

A gripping aid to reach into the car trunk – suitable for wheelchair users [..]

Aluminum hook
Author Ronny2008 Categories Driving a car, Picking up/taking downTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Dressing while sitting in the wheelchair: trousers, socks, and shoes

Technique for persons with strong arms [..]

Dressing while sitting in the wheelchair: trousers, socks, and shoes
Author Eje2008 Categories Dressing, Self careTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Undressing while sitting in wheelchair: trousers, socks, and shoes

Technique for persons with strong arms [..]

Undressing while sitting in wheelchair: trousers, socks, and shoes
Author Eje2008 Categories DressingTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

Battery-operated broom

A cordless broom that makes cleaning easy – suitable for wheelchair users [..]

Battery-operated broom
Author Anonym 122008 Categories CleaningTags High paraplegia with impaired balance (Th2-10)

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