Adaptation of joystick on electric wheelchair

A cradle makes it possible for a person without dexterity to control an electric wheelchair with a joystick

Description
A padded cradle sits on the joystick. User drives with hand in cradle (pinky side down).

Authors comments
The cradle enables the user to get a firm "grip" of the joystick and allows the user to drive safely.

Build instructions
Padding material consists of tube insulation and shrink tubing.

Manufacturer
A friend of the user

Idea
The user

Paid for by
The user

Tip is dated from 2007

Categories for this tip
mobility » moving around by wheelchair, Tips and tricks from people with High tetraplegia with partly function in arms/hands (C5-6, ASIA A, B).