Folding table for a wheelchair

About this project

This project is for people with upper limb weakness or paralysis, who are at risk of shoulder subluxation. The solution is a few 3D-printed parts to help connect a ready-made transparent folding table securely to a wheelchair. This allows users to get in and out more independently and also meets caregivers’ needs for visibility and ease of use.

The challenge

Today in rehabilitation they use a full table that does not allow exit and entry without the help of a therapist/family member

Who it helps

People with neurological damage - paralysis/weakness in the upper limb (leads to subluxation in the shoulder).

How it works

The solution allowing people with neurological impairment to be more independent in space, to get out and get into the wheelchair and is transparent according to the requirements of the caregivers

A transparent folding table that conveniently connects to a wheelchair

Tools needed

Prusa slicer

Screwdriver set

Pliers

Cutter

Hammer

FDM Printer

Project details

• Stage: Prototype
• Built by the Ichilov hospital community, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
• Team: AVIGAIL
• Category: Daily Living
• 31 downloads

The build files for Folding table for a wheelchair are free to download from this page - open source, shared by TOM: Tikkun Olam Makers.

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