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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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Morph Wheels - Foldable wheels for wheelchairs
Paraplegia
Tetraplegia
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Muscular dystrophy
Cerebral palsy
Spina bifida
Quadriparesis
Elderly
Physical disability
Duchenne muscular dystrophy
Motor neurone diseases
Motor neurone disease
Leg
Wheelchair
Walking
MOVING IN A WHEELCHAIR: Moving using a wheelchair.
CAREGIVING
Traveling
Urban exploration
Assistive Daily Life Device (to help ADL)
Walking Aid (wheelchair/walker/crutches)
Mobility issues
Restoring mobility
Promoting self-management
Preventing (Vaccination, Protection, Falls, Research/Mapping)
Caregiving Support
Neurology
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Parents develop structure to help their daughter stand
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Dwarfism
Diabetes mellitus (incl subtypes)
Cervical spinal cord and nerve root disorders
Axonal neuropathy
Muscular weakness
Leg
Do housework (cleaning the house, etc.)
Toileting (washing hands and body, dry up, etc.)
STANDING UP: Standing up from a seated position
WALKING: Walking
Cerebral Palsy
Assistive Daily Life Device (to help ADL)
Fatigue or extreme tiredness
Gait abnormalities (e.g., walking difficulties, unsteady gait)
Muscle cramps or spasms
Muscle weakness
paralysis of the legs and lower body
Stiffness or rigidity (difficulty moving)
Tremors
Twitching or involuntary movements (myoclonus)
Restoring mobility
Promoting self-management
Managing Neurological Disorders
Maintaining Balance and Mobility
Preventing (Vaccination, Protection, Falls, Research/Mapping)
Caregiving Support
General and Family Medicine
Neurology
Pediatrics
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Wheelchair camera set up. How to shoot photos & videos, while being almost completely paralyzed
Tetraplegia
Quadriparesis
Paraplegia
Paraparesis
Physical disability
Cerebral palsy
Arthritis
Elderly
Spina bifida
Muscular dystrophy
Motor neurone disease
Motor neurone diseases
Developmental motor skills disorders
Amyotrophy
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Leg
Hand
Wheelchair
Lack of strength
MOVING IN A WHEELCHAIR: Moving using a wheelchair.
Take photos
Spinal Cord and Nerve Root Disorders
Cervical spinal cord injury/Tetraplegia
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)
Managing Neurological Disorders
Promoting inclusivity and social integration
Neurology
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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.