Motorised chair controller
A client with MS was not able to operate the membrane switches on the controller for his motorised chair. A cover was made for the controller with larger buttons that could be operated with the fist, rather than with fingers.
The Challenge
A client with MS was not able to operate the fiddly membrane switches on the controller for his motorised chair because of reduced dexterity in his fingers.
The solution
A bolt-on cover was made for the controller with large rocking levers that could be operated with the fist or elbow, rather than with fingers.
An alternative solution to a similar issue. The different colours of the levers make them easier to distinguish with reduced vision and the different shapes for touch at night.
The benefit
The client can now adjust the chair to suit his changing condition without requiring assistance from carers.
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