- 1849
- 138
- 1
- 1
- 0
- Help Ukraine
About the solution
June 9, 2006, is a date that Deborah Tacoma will not forget, as her life took a dramatic turn when a car accident left her with a broken back. Little did she know that her personal struggles would ignite a new approach to personal care to those individuals grappling with the challenges of intimate hygiene and personal care. The Freedom Wand, born out of Deborah's own journey, has emerged as a critical solution for countless individuals facing diverse conditions such as Arthritis, Carpal Tunnel , Shoulder/Rotator Injuries , Hip Pain, Spinal Pain/Back Pain, Paraplegia, Obesity, and many others.
As Deborah left the hospital a week later, the harsh reality of her situation soon became apparent. The assistance of others in maintaining personal cleanliness became a source of humiliation and frustration. Recognizing the widespread impact of the challenges faced by individuals with physical limitations, Deborah Tacoma was indeed driven to take action.
In 2007 she founded the Freedom Wand, an extendable handle with interchangeable attachments for personal care. The device is constructed with a user-friendly and versatile structure, specifically designed to restore a sense of independence and dignity to individuals across a wide range of conditions. It has an ergonomic and extendable handle, ensuring a comfortable grip for users and allowing them to adjust the length to suit their specific requirements and reach different areas of their body with ease. The Freedom Wand also features interchangeable extension attachments, each designed to assist with specific personal care tasks. These attachments may include a padded head for wiping and cleansing, a holder for toilet tissue, or a sponge attachment for bathing. To enhance convenience, the Freedom Wand incorporates a releasing mechanism that enables users to easily attach and detach the extension attachments as needed. This feature ensures seamless usability and flexibility, catering to the unique needs and preferences of individuals with physical limitations.
The impact of the Freedom Wand extends far beyond Deborah's personal journey. By providing a practical and reliable solution for intimate hygiene and personal care, the Freedom Wand has become an invaluable companion, empowering individuals to overcome the challenges that were once insurmountable. The significance of the Freedom Wand lies in its ability to restore independence, privacy, and dignity to individuals who may feel that their conditions limit their agency and self-worth. The device represents a powerful step towards inclusivity and equality for individuals facing physical limitations. By affording them the opportunity to manage their personal care independently, the Freedom Wand helps to alleviate the emotional burdens often associated with relying on others for such intimate tasks.
Adapted from:
https://www.freedomwand.com/
https://www.youtube.com/@Freedomwand
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PxJktI_UZvg
这些解决方案不应包括使用药物,化学品或生物制品(包括食品);创伤性设备;冒犯性的,商业或内在危险的内容。该解决方案未经医学验证。请谨慎进行!如果您有任何疑问,请咨询健康专家。
DISCLAIMER: This story was written by someone who is not the author of the solution, therefore please be advised that, although it was written with the utmost respect for the innovation and the innovator, there can be some incorrect statements. If you find any errors please contact the patient Innovation team via info@patient-innovation.com
-
-
207
-
0
-
2428
The PARA-TUBE
(SELF)-CARE: USING THE TOILET: Using the toilet independently
MOVING IN A WHEELCHAIR: Moving using a wheelchair.
Bone Disorders (Decalcification, Bone Deformity, Bone Fracture, Bone Infection)
Spinal Cord and Nerve Root Disorders
Walking Aid (wheelchair/walker/crutches)
Assistive Daily Life Device (to help ADL)
Promoting self-management
Maintaining Balance and Mobility
Preventing (Vaccination, Protection, Falls, Research/Mapping)
Neurology
Orthopedics
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Rheumatology
South Africa
-
-
-
173
-
0
-
5061
Nail clipper adaptation for people with disabilities
(SELF)-CARE: GROOMING: Personal grooming, such as combing hair or shaving
CAREGIVING
(SELF)-CARE: HYGIENE: Maintaining personal hygiene
Hemiplegia
Assistive Technology access
Assistive Daily Life Device (to help ADL)
Promoting self-management
Preserving Organ Function
Caregiving Support
Dermatology
General and Family Medicine
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Japan
-
-
-
65
-
0
-
737
Sanitary toilet seat Banco structure with aluminum tubes bonded with aluminum elbows and nuts ...
(SELF)-CARE: USING THE TOILET: Using the toilet independently
STANDING UP: Standing up from a seated position
Cerebral Palsy
Assistive Daily Life Device (to help ADL)
Promoting self-management
Maintaining Balance and Mobility
Caregiving Support
Neurology
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Solutions for Disabled people
Portugal
-