The mouth stick is one of the most popular assistive technologies. In many cases there is a rubber tip at the end of the mouth stick to give the tip better traction, and a plastic or rubber feature at the other end that the person inserts into the mouth. Someone with no use of the hands could use a mouth stick to type. Head wands are very similar in function to mouth sticks, except the stick is strapped to the head.
Some adaptive keyboards have raised areas in between the keys, rather than lowered areas, to allow the person to first place the hand down on the keyboard, then slide the finger into the correct key. A person with tremors, or spastic movements could benefit from this type of keyboard. (Web AIM)
HeadMouse® Extreme
HeadMouse® Extreme replaces the standard computer mouse for people who cannot use or have limited use of their hands.
Velcro Adjustable Foot Straps
These foot straps can be adjusted over the top of the foot as well as around the back. This means that the cyclist's foot is held securely on the pedal. Costs around $64.00 a pair.
Gomier Trike
These tricycles come in single speed with back pedal brake. The high rise handle bars and large padded seat are fully adjustable. These tricycles come with a large seat and a rear folding basket. Costs around $890.00
Beach Wheelchairs
Bowling
They also have a bowling ball to help people with limited hand strength. It has a retractable handle instead of finger holes. The price for one of these bowling balls is $159.00
Adapted Tennis Equipment
Beeping Balls
There are several games that can be played with beeping balls to help children with disabilities perform better.
Rock Climbing
Aron Ralston
1 comment:
Interesting blog. I have only seen the mouthstick. Keep up the good work!
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