Be Inspired-Occupational Therapy 4 Stroke: Adaptation Devices

- Adaptive devices is used to compensate for physical limitation, to promote safety, and to prevent joint injury.

- Adaptive devices also will help client to be independent in their occupational performance.

- Before recommending an adaptive equipment, OT practitioner must complete a through assessment to determine the client’s functional problems and cause of the problems.

Shoehorn

This devices will help in put on shoe by keeping the shoe open and by providing a smooth surface for the foot and heel to move.

Dressing Stick or Reacher

Its can be used to push a shirt/blouse over the head. It is also for pushing and pulling garment off and on feet and legs.

Buttonhook/Zipper

It will help the client to buttoning/zip their cloth easier. Another alternative is to replace the button with bigger button or Velcro.

Sock Aid

It will help to wear socks easily. Click Here to see how to wear socks aid.

Extended-Handle Reacher

It is used to pick up socks and shoes, arranging clothes, removing clothes from hangers, pick up objects on the floor and donning pants.

Swivel Spoon

It is used to promote stability and to prevent spills during the plate-to-mouth excursion. It is also for patient that had limited supination.

Plate With Plate Guard

To prevent pushing food off the plate. It can be clipped to any ordinary dinner plate.

Utensil Holders and Universal Cuffs

It is for person that had limited grip or dexterity but have good control of shoulder and elbow. There are also weighted cuff that is used to decrease involuntary motion and compensate for incoordination.

Cutting Board with Stainless Steel Nails

It is to stabilize the meats and vegetable while cutting. it is useful for patients with incoordination or use one hand. Bottom of the board should have suction cup so that the board does not move.

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Be Inspired-Occupational Therapy 4 Stroke

Adaptation Devices