Solutions

Here you will find an archive of many previous REMAP solutions. These may be pieces of bespoke equipment or adaptations that have been made by REMAP volunteers. To find out more about an item, please click view details.

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Raised Sofa

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The client's OT contacted REMAP, because their sofa was very low, and she was struggling to get up from it. View Details

Wheelchair seat adapter plate

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We created an adapter plate to mount a supportive seat to a powered wheelchair base for young man with Cerebral Palsey and scoliosis. View Details

Play table for a 2-year-old child with spinal damage

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The parents wanted a curved table (similar with a kidney shape) that will allow them to push the wheelchair into it. View Details

Seahorse chair arm support

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To provide additional lateral support to the client's arm and shoulder when using his Seahorse toiletting chair as there was nothing commercially suitable to fit this chair. No major changes to the chair structure of the chair was advised. View Details

Non-spill cup carrier

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We are often asked if we can help Clients who are unsteady on their feet (following a stroke, Parkinsons, or simply age related) if we can find some way they can carry drinks and other liquids without spilling them. The... View Details

Stool backrest modifications

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To produce custom back supports to suit the client's back profile, in addition to the standard support. View Details

Device to put on a coat

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Our client suffered from a lack of spinal mobility and has shortened upper arms, so he has difficulty putting a coat on and is unable to get dressed to go out by himself. Some ‘gadget’ was requested to help with... View Details

Modified Marcy Walker

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Referral received from Phoebe's Occupational Therapist as follows: "Phoebe requires full time mechanical ventilation to support her breathing.  She has a significant scoliosis and her right upper limb has lost movement in the shoulder and elbow joint.  She is able... View Details

Door opener for self closing doors

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Self closing doors are essential in many places such as care homes to limit the risk with fire but commercial door openers are prohibitively expensive. View Details

Shower Chair Headrest

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The referral from the Occupational Therapist said: "This child has SMA type I/II. She has really reduced active movement and is dependent on adults for all changes of position. She uses a specialist wheelchair and requires a high level of... View Details

Light Switch Adaptation

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The Client had curvature of the spine which meant that they could not operate the light switches in the home without assistance.  The client had the following requirements: A means of operating standard light switches in the living room, bedroom... View Details

Aga stove lid lifter

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The client's osteoporosis and consequent bent back, shorter stature and damaged spine made it difficult to reach and lift the heavy lids on her Aga kitchen stove. View Details

Toilet support bar

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Elizabeth has a spinal deformity which left her severely bent forward. She could not sit on a toilet without someone to hold her, and she obviously wished to be able to do so. A swing-down padded arm was made which... View Details

Child’s positioning board

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A child with cerebral palsy enjoys spending time playing out of her chair on the floor. Related to the palsy, she has a muscle tone problem which makes it difficult to lie straight, and so she cannot play comfortably. A... View Details