A handle in orthotic material makes it possible for a person with impaired hand function to pull out a sliding board
Sliding board with handle
The pull-out board under the microwave ovens has a custom-designed handle in orthotic material.
Made by
Ann Westlie, occupational therapist
Whose idea
Ann Westlie, occupational therapist
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Tipsare: Suzanne
Suzanne lives together with her husband and children in a house. She is working part time. She was injured in 1991 and has a complete tetraplgia C6. She has personal assistance.
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