Caroline lives in an apartment and is working. She has a congenital disease (Ehlers-Danlos syndrom) which gives her fluctuating problems and pain in all her joints. Since 2000 she is using a wheelchair outdoors. She has homehelp 27 hours a month.
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 | Adaptation of trousers A simple way to adapt trousers so they sit well both when standing and sitting |
 | Back support for riding on sitski Back support provides safety when riding on sitski |
 | Colorful wheelchair Wheelchair color that matches clothing |
 | Crutches Practical crutches with adjustable forearm support and anatomical handle |
 | Custom sewn dress suitable for wheelchair users |
 | Donkey as means of transport A method to get around in difficult terrain suitable for people who have problems walking |
 | Extra long raincoat Long raincoat prevents gap in back when sitting |
 | Heated socks Battery-heated socks for outdoor activities appropriate for people who freeze easily |
 | Kayak cover with zipper aids people with disabilities and impaired hand function |
 | Medicine card Medicine card with important information suitable for people with specific diagnoses who need specialist care |
 | Off-road chair Addition to manual wheelchair that allows driving on rough and uneven surfaces |
 | Paddle gloves for kayaking Pogies are easy to put on appropriate for people with impaired hand function |
 | Recumbent bicycle with electric wheel and tow hook for wheelchair Facilitates bike riding for individuals with impaired strength or disability |
 | Specially sewn trousers for outdoor activities Sturdy outdoor trousers used when raining, skiing and for crawling |
 | Suitcase with wheelchair symbol Wheelchair symbol on suitcases makes it easy to find suitcase at baggage claim |
 | Thermal insoles Thermal insoles keep feet warm suitable for people who easily freeze |
 | USB memory with medical information Accessible medical information suitable for people with specific diagnoses and medical care needs |
 | 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 |
 | Wheelchair crane for car Wheelchair crane that lifts a manual wheelchair into and out of the car trunk suitable for people with disabilities and low strength |
 | Winter tires for wheelchair Heavy-tread tires on wheelchair facilitate outdoor driving in difficult terrain, such as sand or snow |