12th July 2017
Client used a stick with to press the keys of the keyboard and the keyboard kept falling over as it was propped up with blu-tac. An adjustable stand was made for the keyboard so that it could be rigidly fixed at the correct height and angle.
3rd July 2017
Client confined to wheelchair could not reach the window catches in his new purpose built apartment. Remap Essexnorth made a window opener that enabled the client to open left or right hand window from his wheelchair.
Aluminium tube that fits over window handle is lined with bicycle inner tube kept in place by cable ties at each end. Easy twisting is achieved by using part of a “T” handled walking stick.
3rd July 2017
Client needed to use a walking frame but used a mobility scooter to get around , thus needed to carry the walking frame on the scooter. A steel frame was made that attached to the existing mounting points under the seat and rested upon the scooter frame at the bottom. The walker as rather large but was easy to fit on to the two arms of the frame.
3rd July 2017
Client had lost the full use of the left side of her body so found it very hard to carry shopping up a short flight of stairs to her flat. Clambering up was possible but not holding shopping. Stair lift was not possible as the stairs were communal access. A small hand powered hoist was made so that one small shopping bag could be lifted from the ground floor up to the first floor. The hook is put into the lowered position on leaving the flat then shopping hoisted up on return.
3rd July 2017
Client played bass guitar in a band but had MS and had lost the use of his legs, and thus couldn’t use the conventional foot operated effects pedal. On discussion all the client needed to do was to switch between no effects and effects this a simple changeover switch was required, but operated by gentle sucking (sip) or blowing (puff) . A box was made using a differential pressure switch RS Stock 5117355 0.37mbar-1.24mbar and a momentary switch /pulse signal control latching relay module. Client can now switch between effect or no effect using a short sip, circuit can be changed to a short puff if required. Client holds the operating pipe with a microphone stand.
3rd July 2017
Client who has Parkinson disease does not like wearing collars to support her head. Client suggested making a padded chin support that she could hold. An approximate chin shape mould was made and an aluminium chin shape support made. Support is lined with 10mm zote foam. Handle approx. 500mm long is attached by a small aluminium support at an angle of 5 deg from vertical angled forwards from the wearer
1st July 2017
Clients feet would not stay on the pedals despite using pedals with toe clips. A heel support frame was made and attached to the pedal in the same manner as the toe clips.
Client who has MS can now pedal away with out feet slipping from the pedals.
28th April 2014
Following a stroke a gentleman was having difficulty using his right index finger. It was weak and he could no longer play the piano.
The index finger would curl down and so would be out of position for depressing the keys. The official finger spring supplied was unsatisfactory as it covered the pad of his finger needed to feel the piano key.
Several versions of a splint were developed, each one refining the dexterity; allowing the client to feel the piano key. The support was made using leather, Tupperware and velcro – the velcro allowing him to adjust the degree of tightness required.
The client was able to play the piano again, which gave him a lot of enjoyment.
27th April 2014
A keen bird watcher, needed a writing surface, which did not restrict visibility when using the wheelchair, and a binocular support for her wheelchair.
An adapter was fitted to the arm of the chair enabling a clear acrylic table to be lowered into place and rotated. Optionally, the binocular support clamps within a tube in the middle of the adapter.
The combination of the table and the binocular support means that the client is able to continue with her hobby. The acrylic top aids visibility when manoeuvring the chair with the table in place. The table has also proved handy for picnics.
27th April 2014
A large framed gentleman had difficulty positioning himself on the toilet accurately. He refused to use any ancillary aids.
A bespoke seat was made which, whilst allowing for the more average sized user, was wider and thus provided better positioning support. It also included an integral lip under the front of the seat, thus incorporating what had previously been seen as ancillary equipment by the client.
The client is able to use the facilities with a less distressing outcome to both him and the support staff.
(North East Essex)
12th April 2014
A client with polio was walking a high stool around his kitchen to prepare food. This was slow, arduous and dangerous.
A new stool was designed and made incorporating low-friction ball transfer units on the ends of the legs. These were found to be far more free running than casters. A handbrake, which locks the stool in a static position when required, was also incorporated.
The client can move safely and easily around the kitchen, and says he now could not live without his special stool.
(Essex North East)
12th March 2014
A lady with limited limb movement was unable to close the tailgate on her car, in which she transports her electric scooter.
A bracket was installed inside the tailgate, into which an adjustable seat belt width strap was fitted. The tailgate is opened with the assistance of hydraulic arms, which also act as counterweights, making closing possible via the strap.
The client is no longer dependent on members of the public to close the tailgate, thus re-establishing her independence when, for example, she goes shopping.
7th March 2014
An elderly client needs to be able to adjust the height of his artificial limb to compensate for limited hip movement following a fall. A sprung pin operates from a button on the hip via a bicycle gear cable. It retracts to allow the leg to lower by 20mm when the client’s weight is applied. A spring within the aluminium tubing allows the leg to extend as the client’s weight is removed with the pin retracted. Sponge tubing covers the unit.
The client can now negotiate differing pavement slopes and angles. He is no longer constrained in where he can shop in his nearby town and can walk on uneven terrain in his extensive garden.
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