Adapted door for wheelchair users

An extra handle close to the door hinges makes it easier for a person who drives a wheelchair to close a door

Description
Small handle on the door close to the hinge.

Authors comments
The adaptation works when the door opens outwards and the user comes in. He comes through the door, grabs the handle and closes the door.

Build instructions
Screw a small handle on to the door leaf close to the hinge.

Paid for by
The user

Tip is dated from 2008

Categories for this tip
carrying, moving and handling objects » opening/closing, housing » door opener, Tips and tricks from people with High tetraplegia with partly function in arms/hands (C5-6, ASIA A, B).