Assistive Technology Devices
Wheelchair user using flex strap to carry reams of paper and a notebook hands-free.
I’d like to introduce everyone to an online product provider, Active Hands (HTML), that specializes in products for individuals with disabilities. The founder is a spinal cord injury survivor who has an engineering background and has designed many of the assistive technology (AT) devices available on their website.
One device that I am interested in is the Lap Stacker Flex. This is a retractable strapping system that secures items on your lap. As a wheelchair user, I can personally attest that things often slide off your lap. The device easily retracts into a compact box on each side of the wheelchair, providing the best of both worlds: a strap that is available when needed and tucked away when not in use. This design allows you to have a strap accessible without having to carry an extra device or find space for it in your personal bag.
For outdoor enthusiasts, there are various assistive technology devices available to support activities such as fishing, kayaking, archery, and gardening. For the indoor enthusiasts there us adaptive gaming and specialized control button designed for limited hand function. All these devices are designed to empower users, granting them greater independence while enjoying their hobbies.
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Hand holding on to pole with knuckle support and wrist strap.
Adapted gaming controllers.
Hand attached to pole with wrist strap.
