| 32 tips and ideas | |
|---|---|
 | Adapted calf strap A broad padded calf strap makes sitting in Panthera wheelchair more comfortable |
 | Adapted wheelchair cushion Simple modification of cushion for easy transfers |
 | Combined shower and toilet chair on castors A shower chair on castors suitable for wheelchair users with high spinal cord injuries |
 | Easing strain on buttocks Technique for persons with poor balance and impaired arm/hand function to ease strain on buttocks |
 | Engblom comfort footrest Padded footrest on wheelchair prevents pressure ulcers when barefoot |
 | Foot rest on wheelchair The foot rest helps position feet properly and prevents pressure ulcers when the user does not wear shoes |
 | Footrest A soft footrest on the wheelchair makes shoes unnecessary indoors |
 | Hygienic chair Shower and hygienic chair with customized armrest, suitable for persons with extensive disabilities |
 | Lap tray that stays on lap Tray with many applications for people who drive a wheelchair |
 | Mattress for pressure ulcer prevention Mattress that prevents pressure sores; works with or without motor. |
 | Mattress for pressure ulcer prevention, with compressor Hanging the compressor on a string can reduce vibrations. |
 | Mirror to check ulcers It is important for people with impaired sensation to check their skin regularly |
 | Mobile shower/toilet chair on casters Combined shower and toilet chair on castors |
 | Oven glove Oven glove protects hands when handling hot baking sheets – suitable for persons with impaired sensation |
 | Positioning cushions in bed Positioning cushions to lie comfortably, improve circulation and prevent decubitus ulcers - suitable for persons with extensive disabilities |
 | Pressure relieving mattress Mattress for pressure ulcer prevention with quiet motor – suitable for persons with ulcer problems |
 | Pressure relieving shower cushion Used successfully in many contexts, such as the shower, airplane trips, the car, etc. |
 | Pressure relieving shower cushion Roho cushion provides good pressure relief on hard shower chair. |
 | Pressure-relieving cushion for plane trips – suitable for people with impaired sensation |
 | Pressure-relieving mattress Solution for persons with spinal cord injuries |
 | Roho cushion in motorboat Cushions with many applications – suitable for persons with impaired sensation |
 | Seat cushion in boat Pressure-relieving seat cushion |
 | Self-inflating shower cushion A self-inflating seat pad works well as shower cushion – suitable for wheelchair users who have impaired sensation |
 | Shower and toilet chair on casters Small sturdy portable shower and toilet chair |
 | Shower chair with pressure-relieving cushion Shower chair and cushion appropriate for persons who are sensitive to pressure and for those who have a high spinal cord injury. |
 | Shower/toilet chair on casters Combined shower/toilet chair with hinged foot rests and armrest |
 | Sliding mat for transfers The sliding mat prevents chafing and requires less strength during transfers to the bed or shower chair |
 | Thermal mug with large handle Thermal mug with large handle suitable for people with impaired grip and reduced sensation |
 | Vibrating foot bath Vibrating foot bath can accelerate healing of wounds and improve circulation |
 | Welding glove for building fire in the stove Welding glove protects against burns – suitable for persons with impaired sensation |
 | Wheelchair cushion StimuLITE A wheelchair cushion that prevents decubitus ulcers - suitable for persons who lack sensation |
 | Work gloves Assembly gloves protect hands during work on a farm – suitable for persons with impaired sensation |