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Adapted mouseAdapted mouse
Simple modifications enable a person with impaired hand function to use a mouse with trackball
Computer workstation picture 1Computer workstation
Ergonomic computer workstation – suitable for persons with tetraplegia
Computer workstation with trackball mouse on holder attached to the tableComputer workstation
Individually adapted computer workstation – suitable for people with extensive disabilities
User sits at workstationComputer workstation at home with MouseTrapper
MouseTrapper facilitates computer work – suitable for persons who have or are at risk of having shoulder problems
Clothespin with reflector on the user's eyeglassesCustom modification to control computer with head mouse
The reflector that controls the head mouse is glued to a small clothes pin
Standard mouse next to external mouse buttonCustomized mouse
Computer mouse for persons with impaired hand function.
User writes with a mouth stick and iPadiPad
Handheld computer with touchscreen – easy to use for people with disabilities
Mini keyboardMini keyboard
The user switched to a smaller keyboard and had less elbow pain.
Telephone and headset on holderTelephone with headset
Telephone with headset for persons who find it difficult to hold the receiver.
Telephone with big buttonsTelephone with hearing loop
Telephone with large buttons and hearing loop make it possible to record phone calls.
Typing sticks with splint on dorsal wristTyping sticks for typing on computer
Assistive device for persons with impaired dexterity
User with universal strap and typing stick on handTyping sticks for writing on computer
Durable typing sticks; assistive device for persons who lack finger function
User with writing stickUniversal holder on wrist bandage
Holder for flatware and typing sticks sewn onto wrist bandage, suitable for persons without wrist function or finger dexterity
Helena with her wireless phone and headset.Use of phone assisted by computer and modem
– allows people with extensive disabilities to use a telephone independently
Stick made of hobby clay that can be bakedWriting stick for keyboarding
Writing stick made of hobby clay, appropriate for persons with impaired dexterity.