The large bowl in the drawer is an example of a no cost assistive device.
PURPOSE: Use this idea when it is too difficult or painful to hold a bowl.This could be due to
- Muscle weakness or fatigue (MS, fraility, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, etc.)
- Joint restrictions (limit in motion, contractures, etc)
- Pain (arthritis, fractures, etc)
- Missing limb
- Paralysis (stroke, quadriplegia, etc)
- Tremors
- Asthma (or other respiratory conditions such as COPD)
- Cardiac conditions
- Etc.
Other Benefits
The drawer holds the bowl at a lower level. This reduces the muscle strength (exertion) necessary to do the task. The shoulders have to do less work, because the activity is done in a more comfortable zone of work. One hand does not have to sustain the effort of holding the bowl. So, altogether, there is far greater comfort, less force, better posture. The entire task is easier to do.
This can conserve energy, too.
If you use this idea, let me know about it. If you have other ideas, please share.
Stay healthy and safe.
Dr. Vanessa
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