The Thomas Steady Arm is a writing aid and arm support designed for use by children and adults with disabilities causing arm and hand tremors. The user’s right or left arm is placed in the trough-style arm holder, the straps secured, and the tension adjuster set to counter the tremors, thus enabling the user to feed him or herself, write, turn pages, etc. The unit clamps to a tabletop or to a wheelchair. “A woman hadn’t fed herself in 14 years because of heavy tremors.” Ms. Christie recalled. “I wanted to invent something that would emulate an arm, something that would stabilize movement.” “Rebecca Christie never had visions of becoming an inventor. But as an occupational therapist who worked with a woman who had Parkinson’s Disease and multiple sclerosis, she wanted to improve the quality of life of people who have difficulty using their arms.” For all ages. Dishwasher safe. **Adult size only, please call for Pediatric size information. Thomas Steady Arm Features: It moves in all axis and planes. The tension adjuster adjusts for any tremor, large or small. Graduated movements allow movement in complete controlled circular motions. Can be used by either right or left handed people. Height adjuster allows use by any size adult person. Mounts to any table top (except glass). Can be mounted to wheelchairs. Thomas Steady Arm Specifications:Length: 16 inches, Height adjusts: 4 - 9 inches, Weight: 5.5 lbs
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The Oralflo Pill Swallowing Cup is a professional healthcare product that was designed to help people with swallowing difficulties swallow pills and medication easily, without stress or discomfort. The revolutionary design assists the natural swallowing reflex and prevents pills from sticking in your throat or to the cup. Designed for children ages 4 and up, adults and seniors, the Oralflo Pill Swallowing Cup can help anyone who has trouble swallowing pills or medications. Simply fill the cup half way with your liquid of choice, place the lid securely on the cup, drop the pill into the spout where it is held, then drink naturally from the cup. The angled mouthpiece extension allows you to swallow the pill and fluid together without tilting your head backwards. This is especially helpful if you suffer from neck pain or have limited mobility caused by stroke or injury. Oralflo Pill Swallowing Cup Features: A Pill Cup designed to help you swallow pills & medications. Designed for all ages - children, adults and seniors. Pills go down smoothly. Eliminate crushing & splitting pills. Used by doctors & hospitals worldwide. Oralflo Pill Swallowing Cup Specifications: Cleaning: Dishwasher safe.
The most effective patented non-slip material on the market, Dycem is not sticky but grips on both sides to prevent movement on dry, slippery surfaces. Dycem No Slip Mats can be used on trays and tables and carts to prevent plates and cups from sliding. Mats can be used under mixing bowls and chopping boards to hold them firmly in place and consequently reduce the risk of accidents. Mats can stabilize a range of items, such as telephones, calculators or writing paper, notepads, games and other items for clients with limited grip or mobility. They are helpful when writing, drawing, painting, playing a game or doing a puzzle.***Variety of sizes available for different uses. Clean with soapy water to retain tackiness. Must be dry before using - not effective when wet. Dycem Non-Slip Mat Features: Reduce the risk of accidents. Mats can be used under just about anything, and won’t let anything slip. Dycem Non-Slip Mat Specifications: Small Dycem Non-slip mat measures 10 x 7 1/4 inches. Color choices - blue, red and yellow. Not effective when wet.
Dinnerware dishes that will not move! A practical and revolutionary solution for people with disabilities who have difficulty eating due to the movement of the dinnerware. Click Here to see the Freedom Scoop Plate Video if you have a high speed (cable or DSL) internet connection. Click Here to see the Freedom Scoop Plate Video if you have a low speed (dial up) internet connection. Freedom Dinnerware non skid plates were designed for people with hand tremors, paralysis, Parkinson’s disease, arthritis, uncontrolled movement and disabilities that restrict hand movement necessary for eating independently. Extended rims, built in dividers, special scoop angles and the patented no slip suction pad base provide the solution to the problem. Freedom Dinnerware is ideal for young children, helping them to eat and drink independently and at the same time reducing accidental spills. The products are suitable for Nurseries, Playgroups, Kindergarten and for use in the Home. In addition they reduce labor cost and time by helping to eliminate spills, laundry cleaning and damage to equipment, bedding and flooring. Each one of the Freedom Dinnerware non skid plates come with a Freedom No Slip Suction Pad. Simply turn the Freedom Dinnerware non skid plate over and attach the Freedom no slip Pad to the bottom of the Freedom Dinnerware plate,like putting a lid on a jar and turn it by hand until it is securely tight. Freedom Dinnerware plates are ready for use. The Freedom no slip Suction Pad is a patented vacuum system. When you place the Freedom Dinnerware non skid plate with the no slip pad attached, on a flat surface and push down with slight pressure, it creates a suction system that holds the Freedom plate in place and will not move if you bump it or hit it. Perfect for flat table tops, boats, RVs, wheelchair trays and over-bed tables. No more suction cup feet that slide and loose their grip.Freedom Scoop Plate with Suction Pad Base is deeper on one edge then the other to allow for easier scooping. Highest edge is 1 1/2 inch, lower edge is 3/4 inch. Inside diameter measures 7 inches. Overall diameter is 9 inches. Scoop plate and pad total weight is 13 oz.
Mouthpiece can be placed in the top of the straw to assist with lip closure and to direct fluid into the front of the mouth. Package of 6.
The Large Diameter Drinking Straw Holder clips on to the edge of a glass and holds the straw in place. The Drinking Straw Holder positions a straw at the correct angle for hands free drinking. Large diameter straw holder for items CHS25 - Long Flexible Straw CHS27 - Super Long Straw Large Diameter Drinking Straw Holder Features: Clips onto rim of glass, and won’t budge! Holds straw securely. No need for hands!
Use Colored Foam Tubing for variety of tasks. Cut to desired length. Three different inner diameters to fit large or small handles. Build up handles on eating utensils, toothbrushes, pens, pencils, tools and other hard to grasp items. Slip resistant, non-absorbent and dishwasher safe foam tubing. Package of 6. 12 inches long. Color-Coded Handle Foam Features: Builds up handles on hard to grasp items. Slip resistant, non-absorbent and dishwasher safe. Color-Coded Handle Foam Specifications: Length is 12 inches. Package of 6. Tan has an inner diameter of 1/4 inch, outer diameter 1 inch. Red has an inner diameter of 3/8 inch, outer diameter 1 1/8 inch. Blue has an inner diameter 1 inch, outer diameter 1 1/8 inch. Assorted has 2 of each size.
The high quality stainless steel blade of the Ergonomic Carving Knife has a scalloped rather than a smooth blade to help it stay sharp longer. The Knife has an easy to grip contoured closed handle with blades set at an angle to minimize wrist movement for the user. The handle has been designed to counterbalance the weight of the knife while also being aesthetically pleasing. Blade length is 203mm. Weight 155g. Dishwasher safe. Ergonomic Carving Knife Features: Minimizes wrist movement for the user. Scalloped blade stays sharp longer. Handle is designed to counterbalance the weight of the knife. Ergonomic Carving Knife Specifications: Blade length is 203mm. Weight 155g.
Dycem Bottle Opener is made of non-slip Dycem material. Dome shaped and soft, this device provides a powerful grip allowing individuals with decreased strength and function to easily open pill bottles and other screw-top bottles. Can be used with the fingers or by pressing down on the top of the lid with the palm of the hand and turning. If a Dycem Non-Slip Mat is placed under the bottle, users can open bottles with one hand. Dycem Bottle Opener Features: Made of non-slip material. Provides a powerful grip. Opens pill bottles and other screw-top bottles. Dycem Bottle Opener Specifications: Will open bottle lids up to 1.6 inches in diameter. Color choices- Blue.
A weighted mug for individuals with hand tremors. This plastic insulated mug weighs 11.4 ounces. Holds 12 oz. Detachable lid. Replacement lids are available.















