Workplace in bed

An efficient workplace in bed for persons with impaired finger and hand function.

Description
The user holds a mini keyboard in his arms; a computer desk and adjustable height night table stand next to the bed. His elbow is supported by the night table, which is padded with a towel. The computer desk has a slide-out tray and a storage pocket for cables conveniently attached with Velcro straps. It has wheels and is easy to move.

Authors comments
The user tested many options before reaching this solution. Now he is very satisfied. By relieving the weight on his arm and using a mini keyboard his arm pain has almost disappeared.

Purchased from
Night table: Varsam, www.varsam.se (last checked May 2011)

Idea
The user

Paid for by
The user

Tip is dated from 2005

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

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