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451. WALKER / TRAYMOBILE --- CUSTOM ADAPTATION --- PURPOSE: To enable an individual with mobility disabilities to have walking assistance whille carrying needed items. A four-legged wooden frame was constructed, with corner posts set at a height to enable the user to hold on to them. The front legs have casters. The frame is equipped with two carrying trays, each with a lip on all four sides to keep items from falling off. The lower tray is set in from the edge of the frame to provide space for the user's legs. DIMENSIO...[More Information]
     
     
452. WALKER ADAPTATIONS --- CUSTOM ADAPTATION --- PURPOSE: To adapt a standard walker for more efficient use outdoors. A larger lower inverted-U shaped crossbar was added to the front of the walker and large double casters with tires were attached to this bar to ensure proper tracking, while still maintaining the push-down braking action. In addition, the angle and position of the handgrips were adjusted by cutting a piece of steel that slides into the existing handle and drilling a hole in the new piece to hold it ...[More Information]
     
     
453. WALKER ARMRESTS -------- CUSTOMIZED ADAPTATION --------- PURPOSE: To create a custom adapted armrests for a walker to be used by an individual with cerebral palsy and limited mobility. A previous modification to the walker added a padded, curved bar for the individual’s safety, but the existing gutter split armrests were at the wrong angle for his posture and were not comfortably padded. The existing armrests were removed, and two new rests created from a 12 millimeter ply base and 25 millimeter foam pads cover...[More Information]
     
     
454. WALKER BRAKE SYSTEM --- CUSTOM ADAPTATION --- PURPOSE: To provide a customized braking system to a walking frame for use by a person with spina bifida, necrosis, and thrombosis. The walker was adapted by attaching a pair of locking bicycle hand-brake levers to the handlebars of the walking frame. The hand-brake cables are connected to the L-shaped brake friction bars to engage for both sets of rear wheels. The bars have a spring return so that the brakes can be easily applied and released when used on a steep slope...[More Information]
     
     
455. WALKER CARRIER ---- CUSTOM ADAPTATION ---- PURPOSE: To enable an individual with mobility disabilities to carry a walker on a wheelchair. Designed for a wheelchair with two horizontal push bars on the back, the carrier is comprised of two sets of hooks that fit over the bars. Using extruded aluminum bars, two shorter hooks and two longer hooks were created by placing the aliminum bar in a vice and bending it to a 90-degree angle and then hammering out two pairs of curved shapes. The longer pair of hooks fit ov...[More Information]
     
     
456. WALKER CARRIER -------- CUSTOMIZED ADAPTATION --------- PURPOSE: To create a custom adapted walker carrier frame for an individual with mobility disabilities due to lymphoedema. The individual could not transport her walker in the trunk or back seat of the family car, even when folded. While there were some commercially available carrier frames none fit the walker frame or could be used independently by the individual. A custom adapted carrier, which would fit into the car’s existing towbar socket, and meet th...[More Information]
     
     
457. WALKER MODIFICATIONS -------- CUSTOMIZED ADAPTATION --------- PURPOSE: To create walker modifications for an adult with paralysis on his right side, use of only the left arm and hand, and with balance disabilities. The user attends a local bridge club with an entrance that has a steep ramp with no handrail on the left side, and he had to rely on someone to walk next to him for stability and balance in addition to using his walker. The walker was helpful, but without the use of his right hand, when the frame brakes w...[More Information]
     
     
458. WALKER MODIFICATIONS --- CUSTOM ADAPTATION --- PURPOSE: To enable a child with cerebral palsy to use a reverse walker by pushing it in front of him. The walker was designed to be pulled behind the user. However, because of lack of arm strength and difficulty with balance and hip control, the child was unable to use it. Consequently, it was necessary to allow the wheels to travel in the opposite direction by changing the action of the walker by reversing the position of the clutch which acted as an anti-rollback mech...[More Information]
     
     
459. WALKER TRAY ----CUSTOM ADAPTATION ---- PURPOSE: To enable an individual who uses a reverse walker to transport such items as food on a plate or liquids. The individual needs to be able to keep both hands on the walker while transporting items. An 12x18 inch detachable wooden box-style tray is held horizontally by two uprights that hook over the top bar and rest on the lower bar of the walker. The tray has two divided compartments to hold juice and milk containers. The layout and size can be customized to su...[More Information]
     
     
460. WALKING FRAME --- CUSTOM ADAPTATION --- PURPOSE: To enable an individual with balance and muscle disabilities to replace her old walker with one built to the same specifications. The individual had used the same walker for 24 years and it had been damaged. Working with a therapist, a number of commercially-available alternatives were tried over several years, but a satisfactory replacement was not found. A custom-made walker was built using the specifications of the original unit. The walker has a welded stee...[More Information]
     
     
461. WALKING FRAME BRAKE MODIFICATION --- CUSTOM ADAPTATION --- PURPOSE: To provide a customized adaptation to a four-wheel walker to enable back wheels to lock when navigating the walker up steps for an individual with cerebral palsy and visual and hearing impairments. Two spring-loaded semi-circular aluminum cams are used to jam the back wheels if they move backwards, but not stop the wheels from moving forward. The two cams are mounted on the frame just above the wheels and are attached to a cord which travels up to hook in the c...[More Information]
     
     
462. WALKING FRAME CARRYING STICK MODIFICATION --- CUSTOM ADAPTATION --- PURPOSE: To provide a customized adaptation to a four-wheel walker enabling an individual with cerebral palsy and visual and hearing impairments to carry her walking stick and white cane while using her walker. Previous adaptations generally put the carry stick attachments on the outside of the frame; however, there was concern that this would reduce maneuverability of the walker within the individual’s small home. Attachments were added that allow the sticks to be carr...[More Information]
     
     
463. WALKING FRAME MODIFICATION --- CUSTOM ADAPTATION --- PURPOSE: To enable an individual with balance disabiolities and only one hand to use a walker. A commercially-available wheeled walker with a seat was purchased and adapted. First, the existing wheels were replaced with larger ones to make it easier to traverse bumpy surfaces. Next, the walker was fitted with a stainless steel cross bar between the existing handles. To add the cross bar, the rubber handgrip on the left side was removed and an aluminum swivel block was f...[More Information]
     
     
464. WALKING FRAME MODIFICATION -------- CUSTOMIZED ADAPTATION --------- PURPOSE: To create a custom adapted walking frame modification for and individual with congenital hip dislocation and has difficulty walking unaided. While this individual uses an electric scooter for going to the local shops and an electric wheelchair around her home, she requires a folding walker to take with her when going on outings in a car. The Admed seat walker with a basket and hand brakes was best suited for the individual’s needs but was too dif...[More Information]
     
     
465. WALKING FRAME MODIFICATION -------- CUSTOMIZED ADAPTATION --------- PURPOSE: To create a custom adapted walking frame for an older individual who has had a stroke and can be safely used with only one hand. The individual was experiencing several problems with her current walking frame—the existing gutter splints were not strong enough for her and had broken in addition to being too uncomfortable to start. Additionally, this individual needed a back rest for the seat and a method for braking safely with one hand. A unique ...[More Information]
     
     
466. WALKING FRAME MODIFICATIONS --- CUSTOM ADAPTATION --- PURPOSE: To provide custom adaptation to a walking frame for an individual with rheumatoid arthritis. The current walking frame provided to the individual by the hospital had several issues. The individual’s arms are quite short and slender, and the armrests were set too wide for her; therefore, her arms were not at the right angle and the sides of the armrests were cutting into her. The existing vinyl cover and foam padding on the armrests was removed, the armrests wer...[More Information]
     
     
467. WALLET MODIFICATION -------- CUSTOMIZED ADAPTATION --------- PURPOSE: To create a custom adapted wallet modification for individuals with a variety of physical disabilities including but not limited to: inability to use one hand; sight/depth perception disabilities; limited dexterity; spasms and tremors; or mobility disabilities. The concept was to create a wallet that can be easily manipulated with only one hand, has no small parts, is accessible to an individual sitting who is sitting down, and is designed to be ...[More Information]
     
     
468. WASHING MACHINE AID --- CUSTOM ADAPTATION --- PURPOSE: To provide a means for an individual with lupus causing limited hand strength to operate her washing machine. The cycle setting dial on the washing machine has a raised center and indentations onn either side, and the user was unable to grasp it to turn it to the desired setting. A simple turning aid was created using waterproofed wood. A block of wood was cut and two wooden prongs made from dowels were screwed and glued into the bottom of the block. All edges ...[More Information]
     
     
469. WASHING MACHINE KNOB TURNER ---- CUSTOM ADAPTATION ---- PURPOSE: To enable an individual with upper extremity disabilities to set and turn on the washing machine. A piece of transparen Lexan was cut into a rectangle and the center was cut-out, creating a frame-style device. The device fits over the knob and is held in place with a hose clamp. This enables the user to turn the knob while still being able to read the printed settings around it. DIMENSIONS: The Lexan is 19 millimeters thick. TITLE: Opening Gambit. JOURNAL: ...[More Information]
     
     
470. WATER SCOOTER -------- CUSTOMIZED ADAPTATION --------- PURPOSE: To provide a customized adaptation for an individual with cerebral palsy to have physical support, improved mobility, and independence while swimming in a pool or lake. The water scooter is adapted from the Fluid Motorchair (See http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/5/SportsRec/Marine/MotorizedWaterToys/PRDOVR~0793908P/Fluid%2BMotorchair.jsp). The electric motor and mount tube were taken from the chair and a golf ball was added to the steering po...[More Information]
     
     
471. WATER TABLE ADAPTATIONS --- CUSTOM ADAPTATION --- PURPOSE: To provide access to a water play table for a child with cerebral palsy, developmental disabilities, and vision and hearing impairments while using a therapeutic incline box. The plastic table had a metal stand with casters, but as the child grew, it no longer provided the correct height and position. To resolve the problem, the legs were extended and adjustability was added to accommodate future growth. To increase stability, the casters were removed from one ...[More Information]
     
     
472. WEIGHTED BLOCK TROLLEY --- CUSTOM ADAPTATION --- PURPOSE: To provide a child with walking or balance disabilities with a block cart to push. Since commercially-available block carts did not provide the necessary stability, a custom cart was built. The unit has a large block-storage area, a height-adjustable wooden handle, two front casters, and large-diameter rear wheels. The handle adjusts using tri nuts. A concealed lower compartment holds two bricks to provide weight for stability. DIMENSIONS: The rear wheels are ...[More Information]
     
     
473. WEIGHTED BLOCK TROLLEY --- CUSTOM ADAPTATION --- PURPOSE: To provide a customized weighted block trolley for a child with Rett Syndrome and for children with standing and walking difficulties. The stable, counterweight trolley is made of timber and plywood, with a handlebar which can be adjusted using a tri-nut as the child grows. The device has rear wheels mounted at the side, and castors at the front which make it easy to steer. A counterweight is created by a paving brick installed under the front of the tray. The ...[More Information]
     
     
474. WHEELCHAIR BAG --- CUSTOM ADAPTATION --- PURPOSE: To provide a means for a caregiver to carry items while pushing a wheelchair. A customized vinyl bag was made and held open and supported by a galvanized wire frame sewn into the top edge. A flap top and a return around the front and side edges protect the contents from the weather. Handles on each side of the center of the bag provide a means of carrying the bag away from the chair. Small straps made of the same material as the bag loop around the push handles...[More Information]
     
     
475. WHEELCHAIR BUMPER BAR --- CUSTOM ADAPTATION --- PURPOSE: To protect walls and furniture from being damaged by a wheelchair when the user has his/her legs straight out. With the user's legs straight out, the space taken up was large and made it difficult to avoid bumping into walls and furniture. To protect both the user's feet and surroundings, a frame that sits upright at the end of the chair was constructed of PVC tubing. The frame was covered in cellular foam and a strip of outdoor furniture fabric was laced aroun...[More Information]
     
     

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