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 | 'Camelbak' hydration system With the 'camelbak' water is always accessible when lying in bed - suitable for persons with compromised arm/hand function |
 | Accessible sauna Sauna increases well-being of person with quadriplegia |
 | Accessible sauna Large sauna planned for electric wheelchair access |
 | Accessible sauna Accessible sauna - suitable for persons who drive a wheelchair and who easily freeze |
 | Accessible sauna Simple adaptation in sauna suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Accessible sauna - with maneuvering space and custom ventilation hatch - suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Adaptation of arm cycle Wall-mounted exercise bike, adapted with extended wall bracket |
 | Adapted baggage cart Emergency equipment cart for ventilator user |
 | Adapted calf strap A broad padded calf strap makes sitting in Panthera wheelchair more comfortable |
 | Adapted dosette The dosette is useful for persons with impaired hand function |
 | Adapted wheelchair cushion Simple modification of cushion for easy transfers |
 | Adjustable height punching bag - can be used both by people in wheelchairs and people who stand |
 | Air-to-air heat pump maintains even temperature Since persons with high spinal cord injuries frequently do not tolerate excessively high or low temperatures it is important to maintain a constant temperature indoors |
 | Arm cycle on exercise stand An exercise stand allows the user to operate the arm cycle either stationary or outdoors - a training tool for people with disabilities |
 | Arm cycle with customized handlebars Arm cycle with customized handlebars suitable as home exercise machine for wheelchair users who have impaired hand function. |
 | Bag valve mask (Ambu bag) Convenient bag valve mask - an important assistive device for ventilator users |
 | Battery-operated frother Frother suitable for persons with impaired hand function; useful for functions such as mixing medications |
 | Camel hair shawl to keep shoulders and upper arms warm Holds heat - appropriate for persons who easily freeze |
 | Cap with built-in cooling or heating elements Custom-designed cap for persons with problems regulating body temperature |
 | Ceiling fan The ceiling fan helps when it gets too hot in the summer; appropriate for persons who have problems with temperature regulation. |
 | Ceiling fan Ceiling fan helps persons who have problems regulating body heat to sleep on hot summer nights. |
 | Ceiling lift between bed and bathtub By opening up the wall above the bathroom door Anders can transfer from the bed directly to the bathtub using a ceiling lift |
 | Chaps-style trousers for wheelchair users Chaps are easy to put on and take off while sitting in a wheelchair. |
 | Chaps-style trousers for wheelchair users Chaps-style trousers that can be put on without having to move from the wheelchair |
 | Combined shower and toilet chair on castors A shower chair on castors suitable for wheelchair users with high spinal cord injuries |
 | Cooling and heating vest Vest with built-in hot or cold pads, suitable for persons with problems regulating body temperature |
 | Cooling fan Cooling fan for persons who have problems with temperature control. |
 | Cooling off when it gets too hot Simple tips for cooling off - suitable for persons who are sensitive to heat |
 | Coughing aid Assistive device provides support for coughing; suitable for persons who are unable to cough by themselves |
 | Cranberry juice Cranberry juice is used to prevent urinary tract infections. |
 | Custom-built bathtub in larch wood Larch wood bathtub with broad edge to help with transfers and stops for the feet; suitable for people with disabilities. |
 | Custom-designed scale Scale for person who sits in wheelchair |
 | Custom-made foam rubber chair cushions - reduces risk of ulcers for people who lack sensation |
 | Dodger on adapted sailboat Custom easy-to-use dodger keeps user warm and dry on boat; extremely suitable for persons with physical disabilities. |
 | Dosette for medications Dosettes make it easier for persons with impaired hand function to take medicine |
 | Easing strain on buttocks Technique for persons with poor balance and impaired arm/hand function to ease strain on buttocks |
 | Electric heating pad Electric heating pad, practical for persons who have problems regulating body temperature |
 | Electric juicer Electric juicer - fast, easy way to make fresh juice to stay healthy |
 | Electric space heater Provides extra heat for persons who freeze easily. |
 | Engblom comfort footrest Padded footrest on wheelchair prevents pressure ulcers when barefoot |
 | Exercise aids Exercise Aids allowing indenpendent gymtraining f๖r persone with impaired handfunction |
 | Exercise equipment in living room Rubber band in living room simple exercise equipment that is always accessible |
 | Exercise gloves Exercise gloves make it possible to keep a steady grip on exercise equipment for persons with compromised or no dexterity |
 | Feet warmer - easy to put on and take off while sitting - suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Fireplace Fireplace provides extra heat for persons who have a hard time staying warm. |
 | Foot rest on wheelchair The foot rest helps position feet properly and prevents pressure ulcers when the user does not wear shoes |
 | Footrest A soft footrest on the wheelchair makes shoes unnecessary indoors |
 | Fur Fur keeps legs warm - suitable for wheelchair users who easily freeze |
 | Glassed-in patio with infrared heating A glassed-in patio allows people who freeze easily to be outdoors on chilly days and evenings suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Guitar Hero video game controlled with guitar Video game provides good hand training |
 | Hand rub dispenser with sensor aids people with impaired hand function |
 | Heated gloves Thermostat-controlled heated gloves |
 | Heated socks Battery-heated socks for outdoor activities appropriate for people who freeze easily |
 | Heating fan Used for extra heat in work room, appropriate for persons who get cold easily. |
 | Heating fan Heating fan suitable for persons who find it difficult to regulate body temperature. |
 | Heating fan Freestanding heating fan is a good source of supplemental heating for persons who easily become cold |
 | Heating fan with built-in thermostat A heating fan by the workplace helps persons with impaired hand and/or arm function to avoid tension in their shoulders. |
 | Heating pad for microwave oven Heating pad a good assistive device for people who freeze easily |
 | Heating pad with timer Heating pad with timer warms the bed |
 | Hygienic chair Shower and hygienic chair with customized armrest, suitable for persons with extensive disabilities |
 | Lap and hand cushions Cushions in colors that match clothing on which to place arms and hands when sitting in the wheelchair - a possibility for persons with extensive disabilities |
 | Lap tray that stays on lap Tray with many applications for people who drive a wheelchair |
 | Legs in raised position in active wheelchair Holding legs in raised position accelerates wound healing |
 | Liniment Linex A liniment that helps against muscle pain |
 | Massage device For massages, to increase circulation and warm the body |
 | Massage roller with flexible joints Massager that reduces muscle tension in the body |
 | Massage rollers in various designs Massage rollers help relieve muscle tension |
 | Massager Used to treat tight muscles and as sex aid suitable for persons with spinal cord injury |
 | Mattress for pressure ulcer prevention Mattress that prevents pressure sores; works with or without motor. |
 | Mattress for pressure ulcer prevention, with compressor Hanging the compressor on a string can reduce vibrations. |
 | Mirror to check ulcers It is important for people with impaired sensation to check their skin regularly |
 | 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 |
 | Mobile shower/toilet chair on casters Combined shower and toilet chair on castors |
 | Modified exercise bike A quiet exercise bike modified into an arm cycle suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Nasal irrigator The nasal irrigator can prevent colds |
 | Neck roll cushion The neck roll supports and helps to relax the neck during moves - suitable for persons with extensive disabilities who use a personal lift |
 | Outdoor pool with lift suitable for people with disabilities |
 | Oven glove Oven glove protects hands when handling hot baking sheets suitable for persons with impaired sensation |
 | Pool lift for outdoor pool Stationary custom-designed pool lift makes it possible for people with disabilities to get in and out of a pool |
 | Positioning cushion that can support the entire body provides firm support and reduces shoulder pain |
 | Positioning cushions in bed Positioning cushions to lie comfortably, improve circulation and prevent decubitus ulcers - suitable for persons with extensive disabilities |
 | Pressure relieving mattress Mattress for pressure ulcer prevention with quiet motor suitable for persons with ulcer problems |
 | Pressure relieving shower cushion Used successfully in many contexts, such as the shower, airplane trips, the car, etc. |
 | Pressure relieving shower cushion Roho cushion provides good pressure relief on hard shower chair. |
 | Pressure-relieving cushion for plane trips suitable for people with impaired sensation |
 | Pressure-relieving mattress Solution for persons with spinal cord injuries |
 | Rain cape Rain cape appropriate for wheelchair users |
 | Rain cover for ventilator Rain cover for ventilator - an important aid for persons who have their ventilator on the wheelchair |
 | Rain poncho for bicyclists A rain poncho for bicyclists works as rain gear for wheelchair users. |
 | Recumbent bicycle with electric wheel and tow hook for wheelchair Facilitates bike riding for individuals with impaired strength or disability |
 | Reminder to take medicine at the right time Assistive device reminds user to take his medicine on time |
 | Roho cushion in motorboat Cushions with many applications suitable for persons with impaired sensation |
 | Roll pillow on couch to relieve heels - suitable for people who lack sensation |
| picture missing | Rosemary oil for swollen feet Susanne uses rosemary oil and avoids wearing support hose for swollen legs. |
 | Scale A suspended scale with a ceiling lift is appropriate for persons who transfer with ceiling lift |
 | Seat and balance cushion with nubs - can be used as seat and booster cushion |
 | Seat cushion in boat Pressure-relieving seat cushion |
 | Self-inflating shower cushion A self-inflating seat pad works well as shower cushion suitable for wheelchair users who have impaired sensation |
 | Shirt that stays warm Appropriate clothing for people with disabilities |
 | Shower and toilet chair on casters Small sturdy portable shower and toilet chair |
 | Shower chair with holder for ventilator tube Small tilting shower chair - suitable for persons with compromised balance |
 | Shower chair with pressure-relieving cushion Shower chair and cushion appropriate for persons who are sensitive to pressure and for those who have a high spinal cord injury. |
 | Shower stool with pressure-relieving cushion - suitable for people who lack sensation |
 | Shower/toilet chair on casters Combined shower/toilet chair with hinged foot rests and armrest |
 | Sliding mat for transfers The sliding mat prevents chafing and requires less strength during transfers to the bed or shower chair |
 | Small tablet container Small tablet container - practical to bring along in handbag |
 | Spacious living room Spacious living room with glass walls on two sides suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Spray bottle with pump A water spray bottle works well for cooling off on hot days. |
 | Stand for ventilator tube by the bed Stand with ventilator tube holder - assistive device for persons who use a ventilator |
 | Standing wheelchair Standing wheelchair facilitates housework suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Standing wheelchair People who use a wheelchair can increase their independence at home by using a standing wheelchair and they can also stretch their leg joints. |
 | Standing wheelchair in workplace A standing wheelchair makes it possible for the user to be independent in his workplace |
 | Strap instead of wheelchair belt Custom-made strap helps the user to keep his balance during strength training and moving outdoors suitable for wheelchair users who have impaired balance |
 | Suction device and suction bottle Suction device, an important assistive device for ventilator users with tracheotomy |
 | Taking medicine A person without dexterity can dampen a thumb to remove medicine from a dish |
 | Thermal insoles Thermal insoles keep feet warm suitable for people who easily freeze |
 | Thermal mug with large handle Thermal mug with large handle suitable for people with impaired grip and reduced sensation |
 | Thermostat-controlled inner gloves Thin heated inner gloves prevent hands from becoming cold easy to put on even for people with somewhat impaired hand function |
 | Transfer to whirlpool bath - an option for wheelchair users with strong arms |
 | Tube heater The tube heater reduces condensation in the ventilator tube when the user is out in the cold |
 | USB memory with medical information Accessible medical information suitable for people with specific diagnoses and medical care needs |
 | Various types of tea Refreshing tea instead of coffee |
 | Ventilator Ventilator and its placement on the wheelchair |
 | Vibrating foot bath Vibrating foot bath can accelerate healing of wounds and improve circulation |
 | Warm blanket for cool evenings Blanket thats just the right size - suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Warm overshoes Lined fabric boots - suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Watch TV from bathtub Being able to watch TV while lying in the bathtub is relaxing and distracts from pain |
 | Watching DVDs in bed User can watch DVDs in bed on a laptop |
 | Water bottle with crocheted cover ....makes the bottle easy to grip and easy to bring along - suitable for people with impaired hand function |
 | Welding glove for building fire in the stove Welding glove protects against burns suitable for persons with impaired sensation |
 | Wheat cushion provides extra heat Wheat cushion appropriate for persons who freeze easily. |
 | Wheelchair accessible sauna An accessible sauna that can be used while sitting on a shower chair on casters |
 | Wheelchair cushion StimuLITE A wheelchair cushion that prevents decubitus ulcers - suitable for persons who lack sensation |
 | Whirlpool tub A hot bath can help persons who find it difficult to stay warm and have problems with spasticity |
 | Work gloves Assembly gloves protect hands during work on a farm suitable for persons with impaired sensation |