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About the solution
“The concept or the idea are essentially two points: Use parts of an old bicycle and knock over the wheelchair to sit on the backrest (see sketch). (This let you to sit deeper.) A bit more concrete: Allow handcycling as “do it yourself” , “how to..” or open source, especially for wheelchair users without financial possibilities.
This requires a wheelchair and an old bicycle. At the bike you have to cut off, weld and screw to get a Frame.
This is screwed to the backwards knocked over wheelchair.
The end result should be a handcycle at almost no cost (apart from the old bike and the cost of labor)”, he explained on his website.
After getting an email from Kenya, Klaus had the idea to invent a wheelbarrow-wheelchair.
“I think that this wheelchair could fulfill more ore less all those points:
– low-cost (a wheelbarrow isn’t to expensive and if necessary second hand wheelbarrows could be used)
– off-road (the front wheel using the one of the wheelbarrow, the rear wheels (Try to get used ones, incl. the mounts) should be using mountainbike tires . The tube of wheelbarrows normally is very strong and made of steel, what makes it weldable!)
– for children (that is is the main point, as it is needed to know for whom it is, then you can bend the frame exactly for the needs)
– foldable (I thought attachable, if foldable is very important, I guess it is possible, but more expensive!)
We realized the “wheelbarrow-wheelchair” in Mexico. Build and tested for and by the 9-year old double amputee Charly, by a local welder, with standard tools (no high tech), with local material (more or less 50 Euro, except the rear wheelchair wheels). All organized, bought, build and tested in only three days”, the inventor noted.
Adapted from: http://santa66.net/
This solution shall not include mention to the use of drugs, chemicals or biologicals (including food); invasive devices; offensive, commercial or inherently dangerous content. This solution was not medically validated. Proceed with caution! If you have any doubts, please consult with a health professional.
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Drive-Master - adaptive mobility equipment
MOVING IN A WHEELCHAIR: Moving using a wheelchair.
WALKING WITH A WALKING AID: Walking with a walking aid
CAREGIVING
Polio
Assistive Daily Life Device (to help ADL)
Walking Aid (wheelchair/walker/crutches)
Difficulty coordinating movements
Muscle cramps or spasms
Muscle weakness
paralysis of the legs and lower body
Stiffness or rigidity (difficulty moving)
Restoring mobility
Promoting self-management
Managing Neurological Disorders
Promoting inclusivity and social integration
Caregiving Support
Neurology
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Rheumatology
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Paralyzed man designs innovative wheelchairs
CAREGIVING
MOVING IN A WHEELCHAIR: Moving using a wheelchair.
Grip
Rubgy
Basketball
Paralysis
Cervical spinal cord injury/Tetraplegia
Assistive Daily Life Device (to help ADL)
Assistive Technology access
Walking Aid (wheelchair/walker/crutches)
Restoring mobility
Replacing lost limbs
Promoting self-management
Promoting inclusivity and social integration
Recovering from Traumatic Injuries
Preventing (Vaccination, Protection, Falls, Research/Mapping)
Caregiving Support
Neurology
Orthopedics
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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Collaborator James Leckey makes equipment to improve the quality of life and social inclusion of children with special needs
MOVING IN A WHEELCHAIR: Moving using a wheelchair.
BODY BALANCE: Maintaining body balance
STANDING UP: Standing up from a seated position
Playing
Neuromuscular Disorders
Assistive Daily Life Device (to help ADL)
Walking Aid (wheelchair/walker/crutches)
Assistive Technology access
5 Senses support devices: (glasses, hearing aids, headphones...)
Restoring mobility
Promoting self-management
Managing Neurological Disorders
Promoting inclusivity and social integration
Maintaining Balance and Mobility
Raise awareness
General and Family Medicine
Neurology
Orthopedics
Pediatrics
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
United States
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Beatriz • Tue, 02/11/2014 - 23:54
It's good to know there are still people fighters. People who struggle to live with their difficulties. This is possible if we do not let ourselves be slaughtered. It was good to create a video to show people how they can overcome the problem.