are there any websites for amputees tthat sell items to help them with every day activities such as buttoning shirts , eating utensils, etc.?
2007-09-09 15:58:20 · 11 answers · asked by ? 3 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
Kee Riced !! You lost your arm? I'll see if I can find some sites for you pal.
This one seems to be the most prevalent:
http://www.amputee-coalition.org/
Good luck Brother.
2007-09-09 16:03:06 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why haven't you had the benefit of occupational therapy? These therapists work with upper extremity amputees and teach a patient how to compensate for the problem, usinfg adaptive equipment and artificial limbs. Ask your doctor for a referral.
2007-09-09 23:04:14 · answer #2 · answered by boogeywoogy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For help with clothing, I would hire someone to sew you special clothing.
I used to be a partner in a sewing company that created normal looking clothing for those with disabilities like yours. We made clothing that was easy on and off, yet they looked just like clothing everyone else was wearing, including name brand clothing. The secret was the use of Velcro, but only the wearer knew that.
2007-09-09 23:27:02 · answer #3 · answered by Hillbillee 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi, there. Try the sites that follow. If you can't immediately find what you're looking for, try searching for "personal care, dressing aids" or similar words. Good luck!
http://www.allegromedical.com/home/
http://www.sammonspreston.com/
http://www.maddak.com/hpfeat/hpdress/hpdress.htm
http://www.adlrehab.com/
http://www.activeforever.com/
http://www.shieldhealthcare.com/jump.jsp?itemID=0&itemType=HOME_PAGE
http://www.dgp.toronto.edu/~matias/ -- one-handed typing technique for regular keyboard
http://www.care4u.com/
http://www.peta-uk.com/
http://www.momscatalog.com/jump.jsp?itemID=0&itemType=HOME_PAGE
I hope at least one of these sites has what you need. Good luck to you!
2007-09-09 23:16:15 · answer #4 · answered by goodworkswellnessresearch 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They didn't go over this stuff with you in PT?!?!?! Adjustment and daily activities for recent amputees is pretty garden variety stuff.
2007-09-09 23:05:05 · answer #5 · answered by Gaius Caligula 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
speak with your surgeon and look into an independent living center in your area -this is a non-profit agency that provides many services.
2007-09-09 23:31:20 · answer #6 · answered by KitKat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call with any problem, Anytime:
Girls and Boys Town National Hotline
Phone: 1-800-448-3000
Email: Hotline@girlsandboystown.
org
They have the trained professionals
to help you with this. Please call now. <}:-})
2007-09-09 23:05:59 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Here's a site that may help:
http://www.rehabmart.com/category.asp?cat=One_Hand&ppc=google
2007-09-09 23:07:06 · answer #8 · answered by kcpaull 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
mm not sure maybe try googling it or check yahoo and search for equipment for disabled.
2007-09-09 23:02:47 · answer #9 · answered by butter_fly05478 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your insurance company should have a catalog.
2007-09-09 23:02:13 · answer #10 · answered by Sabrina Devareoux 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋