How to choose

To help you decide which gripping aid is right for you, please read the guide below. At a glance… How does your disability affect you? What do you wantto grip? Which aid is right for you? Reduced hand function / Poor finger strength Tremors or involuntary movement (This may include people withSpinal Cord Injury, MS, cerebral palsy,Guillan-Barré Syndrome, muscular dystrophy,spina bifia, stroke survivors and othersimilar disabilities). Gym Equipment General Purpose gripping aidsD-ring gripping aidLooped exercise aidHook aidsGym pack/Gym pack deluxe DIY tools General Purpose gripping aid Kitchen implements General Purpose gripping aid Sports equipment; rowing, kayaking etc General Purpose gripping aidLooped Exercise...

Generally there are two types frames for manual wheelchairs: Folding and Fixed. Folding frames are highly recommended for easy storage, travelling and to fit in cars. The traditional folding frame has the "X" design below the seat (as per Image 1). Image 1 - Karma Ergo Lite 2 - Transit By lift the front of the seat upwards the frame will folds in half and bringing the sides together (see Image 2). Before After  Image 2 - Drive Ultra Lite Wheelchair Rigid Frames, on the other hand, have fixed non foldable components - such as a horizontal bar below the seat (see image 3). Ideal for...

What is a scripted manual wheelchair? Scripted manual wheelchairs are specialised wheelchairs tailored to fit to the user's need. What is a non-scripted manual wheelchair? Unlike scripted manual wheelchairs, non-scripted manual wheelchairs have a more general design to fit different needs. What does that mean to the user? The non-scripted manual wheelchairs have usually a general fitting style and aren't fully designed (although some of the features can be adjusted in some models) to a specific user. A scripted manual wheelchair, on the other hand, can have a seating system that has been tailored specifically around the user to increase comfort, support and positioning. NOTE: To acquire a scripted...

Showering is a daily routine. In some cases such as disable care or elderly care, it can be dangerous and difficult due to leg strength and stability. Hence, safety measures such as using a shower chair can be requested by a healthcare professional. Shower chairs are designed to provide comfort and support while sitting and transferring. There are a few points to take into account when selecting the right one. 1. Safe Work Limit - It is important that the shower chair can hold the weight of the user. 2. Size - Size is very important! The chosen shower chair needs to be...

Do you have difficulties getting in and out of the car? Getting in and out of a car can be a difficult task often due to illness or injury. The Handy Bar and the Swivel Turn Pad are a great combo to assist with this task! The Handy Bar is a portable, alloy metal handle which is fitted into the car door lock striker. Once located, it assists the user to transfer in and out of the car seat by providing a rigid support handle. The Peak Care Swivel Turn Pad is a portable, lightweight padded swivel seat on a...