One-handed knitting device
The client was paralysed on her left side following a stroke and wished to continue with her knitting.
The device employs knitting needles modified to make them attach to a magnet. The magnet enables the free needle to be retained in a located position without hindering the movement of the stitches along the needle. The device was base mounted for clamping onto a suitable table. A right-hand standard wheelchair table supports this client’s good arm and the left table is used to position the knitting device.
Whilst the client initially knitted very slowly, with minimum practice her objective to be able to knit was achieved.
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Hi There,
I am from Australia and looking for a knitting gadeget for a client who has had a stroke and can only use one arm. Is there any possibility I could obtain one of your knitting items?
Hi Lesley, I’m afraid that REMAP only operates in the UK, so we sadly can’t make bespoke adaptations for people unless they’re based near one of our branches.I hope you’re able to find a solution soon.
Hi, my nan had a stroke but used to love knitting!! Is there anywhere you sell these items or a way ro get one?! I’d love to surprise her!
Hi Emily, all of our items are custom made free of charge, so if you complete our referral form with your nan’s details, then we can see if we can create a similar product for her: http://www.remap.org.uk/help
I had lung cancer in & outside my left lung. I now have no movement in my left handand my arm has uncontrollable shaking. I love knitting and crocheting, please help me to get one of your fabulous gadgets.
Hi Tracy, thank you for your comment. All our items are created bespoke free of charge, so please complete our referral form to find out if we can help with a similar gadget: https://remap.org.uk/referral-form/