Knife block suitable for persons with impaired grip

A knife block in which knives are placed horizontally is suitable for persons with impaired grip.

Knife block

Knife block

Sturdy, heavy wooden knife block for 6 large kitchen knives. Blade placement is horizontal.

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A knife block is a safe way for Susanne to store knives. It gives her a chance to get a secure grip before removing the knife. Starting from a horizontal position is best for her.

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Author: Susanne

Susanne bor i lägenhet och studerar och arbetar som frilans (heltid). Hon skadade sig 1982 och har en hög ryggmärgskada (C5). Genom handkirurgi fick hon ett pinchgrepp i vä hand. Hon har personlig assistans genom LASS. Efter tipsinsamlingen har hon flyttat till en ny lägenhet.
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Type of disability

High tetraplegia with partial function in arms/hands (C5-6) | Motor incomplete tetraplegia (C2-Th1)

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