Typing sticks for writing on computer

Durable typing sticks; assistive device for persons who lack finger function

Description
The sticks are attached to the hands with universal straps. The stick consists of a pencil of the correct length with a top from an overhead marker.

Model from Swereco: utensil holder

Authors comments
The cap is equipped with an eraser that is just the right hardness, friction and size. Susanne has also tested the eraser end of an ordinary pencil, but it doesn't last very long.

Purchased from
Universal strap: Swereco, www.swereco.se/shop (last checked May 2011)

Paid for by
The user

Editors comments
See also www.spinalistips.se/tips-att-skriva-pa-datorn-612.html and www.spinalistips.se/tips-telefon-och-datapinnar-1168.html

Tip is dated from 2005

Categories for this tip
communication » use of computer, work, employment, occupation » communication at work, Tips and tricks from people with High tetraplegia with partly function in arms/hands (C5-6, ASIA A, B).