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I saw my OT today and we talked about a LOT of modifications and assistive devices to help with activities that cause me hand pain. She had a lot of great ideas, so I thought I'd share them for others who have hand pain. I haven't tried them yet, but I'm excited to!
Issue: Chopping Vegetables
Suggestions:
1. Wrap knives in foam tubing - https://www.amazon.com/tubing%EF%BC%8CBuilt-Utensils%EF%BC%8CFoam-Grip%EF%BC%8CCylindrical-Foam%EF%BC%8CSilverware-Hands%EF%BC%8CUtensil/dp/B08P9MFPM9/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=foam+tubing&qid=1612534823&sr=8-2
2. Ergonomic Knife https://www.amazon.com/Swedish-Steak-Knife-Ergonomic-Kitchen/dp/B0052ZTSGA/ref=pd_bxgy_img_2/133-3731309-1954434?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B0052ZTSGA&pd_rd_r=0e9b80a9-7c3a-4f8e-affb-192356c535ab&pd_rd_w=XpDje&pd_rd_wg=30sik&pf_rd_p=f325d01c-4658-4593-be83-3e12ca663f0e&pf_rd_r=29VBN77FT24HN8R3P6K6&psc=1&refRID=29VBN77FT24HN8R3P6K6
3. Adaptive Cutting Board: https://www.amazon.com/Physical-Therapy-Aids-081288059-Paring/dp/B07CF57ML1/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3T75GTMC2PND3&dchild=1&keywords=adaptive+cutting+board&qid=1612556170&s=home-garden&sprefix=adaptive+c%2Cgarden%2C221&sr=1-4
4. Use a food processor for more things.
Suggestions:
1. Wrap knives in foam tubing - https://www.amazon.com/tubing%EF%BC%8CBuilt-Utensils%EF%BC%8CFoam-Grip%EF%BC%8CCylindrical-Foam%EF%BC%8CSilverware-Hands%EF%BC%8CUtensil/dp/B08P9MFPM9/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=foam+tubing&qid=1612534823&sr=8-2
2. Ergonomic Knife https://www.amazon.com/Swedish-Steak-Knife-Ergonomic-Kitchen/dp/B0052ZTSGA/ref=pd_bxgy_img_2/133-3731309-1954434?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B0052ZTSGA&pd_rd_r=0e9b80a9-7c3a-4f8e-affb-192356c535ab&pd_rd_w=XpDje&pd_rd_wg=30sik&pf_rd_p=f325d01c-4658-4593-be83-3e12ca663f0e&pf_rd_r=29VBN77FT24HN8R3P6K6&psc=1&refRID=29VBN77FT24HN8R3P6K6
3. Adaptive Cutting Board: https://www.amazon.com/Physical-Therapy-Aids-081288059-Paring/dp/B07CF57ML1/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3T75GTMC2PND3&dchild=1&keywords=adaptive+cutting+board&qid=1612556170&s=home-garden&sprefix=adaptive+c%2Cgarden%2C221&sr=1-4
4. Use a food processor for more things.
Issue: Peeling vegetables/fruits
Suggestions:
1. Electric peeler: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000X9EPT0/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_PMR7KC3CXSQFDFXFPB3F
2. Wide grip peeler: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004OCIU/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_A6YRJVB676107MH0F6PE?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Suggestions:
1. Electric peeler: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000X9EPT0/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_PMR7KC3CXSQFDFXFPB3F
2. Wide grip peeler: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004OCIU/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_A6YRJVB676107MH0F6PE?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Issue: Squeezing garlic press and citrus squeezer.
Suggestions:
1. Just buy the lime/lemon juice in a bottle and the garlic already minced.
2. Use a food processor to chop up garlic.
3. A citrus juicer like this might be easier. https://www.amazon.com/Rated-Zulay-Commercial-Orange-Squeezer/dp/B07D5KRQL7/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=citrus+juicer&qid=1612557221&s=home-garden&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzSllTU1lLTVFQVk9aJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNTQ1OTM4R1lQN0xWQzBET0oyJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTEwMjQxMzBCVU5CNzE1VFJMTFImd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl
Suggestions:
1. Just buy the lime/lemon juice in a bottle and the garlic already minced.
2. Use a food processor to chop up garlic.
3. A citrus juicer like this might be easier. https://www.amazon.com/Rated-Zulay-Commercial-Orange-Squeezer/dp/B07D5KRQL7/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=citrus+juicer&qid=1612557221&s=home-garden&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzSllTU1lLTVFQVk9aJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNTQ1OTM4R1lQN0xWQzBET0oyJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTEwMjQxMzBCVU5CNzE1VFJMTFImd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl
Issue: Opening containers
Suggestions:
1. Arstec opener: https://www.amazon.com/Arstec-Bottle-Opener-Slip-Gripper/dp/B07DD1ZVGV/ref=sr_1_16?dchild=1&keywords=1.+Arstec+opener&qid=1612557376&s=home-garden&sr=1-16
2. If it's easier to open something with scissors instead of the "right way" then just cut it open or stab it!
3. She suggested an electric can opener, but cans aren't really my problem.
Suggestions:
1. Arstec opener: https://www.amazon.com/Arstec-Bottle-Opener-Slip-Gripper/dp/B07DD1ZVGV/ref=sr_1_16?dchild=1&keywords=1.+Arstec+opener&qid=1612557376&s=home-garden&sr=1-16
2. If it's easier to open something with scissors instead of the "right way" then just cut it open or stab it!
3. She suggested an electric can opener, but cans aren't really my problem.
Issue: Stirring
Suggestions:
1. Use a hand mixer for everything possible.
2. Place bowl onto dycem anti-slip surface to help with stabilizing what I'm stirring. It comes in rolls and you can stick it to surfaces for a better grip. https://dycem-ns.com
Suggestions:
1. Use a hand mixer for everything possible.
2. Place bowl onto dycem anti-slip surface to help with stabilizing what I'm stirring. It comes in rolls and you can stick it to surfaces for a better grip. https://dycem-ns.com
Issue: Holding utensils
Suggestions:
1. Put the foam tubing from the chopping vegetables suggestions around utensils.
2. Built up utensils: https://www.amazon.com/Piece-Super-Easy-Grip-Flatware/dp/B07D5GZ7DW/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=G9RRZTASLOLH&dchild=1&keywords=built+up+utensils+for+adults&qid=1612535767&sprefix=built+up+utensi%2Caps%2C194&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFTWlo3UFlDVUY2Q1AmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA0MjU0NjcyTVdLS1FWRUlQVVRYJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA2MTkyNTcxMTZVSjY0TjBNUEFUJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ
3. Wrap utensils round and round with duct tape or dycem strips (see stirring suggestions).
Suggestions:
1. Put the foam tubing from the chopping vegetables suggestions around utensils.
2. Built up utensils: https://www.amazon.com/Piece-Super-Easy-Grip-Flatware/dp/B07D5GZ7DW/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=G9RRZTASLOLH&dchild=1&keywords=built+up+utensils+for+adults&qid=1612535767&sprefix=built+up+utensi%2Caps%2C194&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFTWlo3UFlDVUY2Q1AmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA0MjU0NjcyTVdLS1FWRUlQVVRYJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA2MTkyNTcxMTZVSjY0TjBNUEFUJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ
3. Wrap utensils round and round with duct tape or dycem strips (see stirring suggestions).
Issue: Writing
Suggestions:
1. Pencil grip: https://www.amazon.com/Pencil-Grip-Ergonomic-Righties-TPG-11406/dp/B004XG97EM
2. My ring splints should help, too. Don't have them yet, but soon!!! (I'm so excited!)
Suggestions:
1. Pencil grip: https://www.amazon.com/Pencil-Grip-Ergonomic-Righties-TPG-11406/dp/B004XG97EM
2. My ring splints should help, too. Don't have them yet, but soon!!! (I'm so excited!)
Issue: Holding a book
Suggestion:
1. A book holder: https://www.amazon.com/Adjustable-Book-Stand-Ergonomic-Eye-Level/dp/B08BBXCYF1/ref=sr_1_18?dchild=1&keywords=holding+a+book&qid=1612559348&s=home-garden&sr=1-18
It looks like there are several different kinds. If anyone knows if one works better than another, I'd love to hear your recommendations!
Suggestion:
1. A book holder: https://www.amazon.com/Adjustable-Book-Stand-Ergonomic-Eye-Level/dp/B08BBXCYF1/ref=sr_1_18?dchild=1&keywords=holding+a+book&qid=1612559348&s=home-garden&sr=1-18
It looks like there are several different kinds. If anyone knows if one works better than another, I'd love to hear your recommendations!
Issue: Holding the steering wheel when I'm driving
Suggestion:
1. Steering wheel cover: https://www.amazon.com/Custom-Accessories-38451P-Memory-Steering/dp/B007LIA8JM/ref=sr_1_22?dchild=1&keywords=steering+wheel+cover+foam&qid=1612559786&sr=8-22
Suggestion:
1. Steering wheel cover: https://www.amazon.com/Custom-Accessories-38451P-Memory-Steering/dp/B007LIA8JM/ref=sr_1_22?dchild=1&keywords=steering+wheel+cover+foam&qid=1612559786&sr=8-22
Issue: Squeezing shampoo bottles, honey bottle, etc.
Suggestions:
1. Put shower soaps in different containers that are easier to squeeze, like travel bottles.
2. Buy pump bottles to take squeezing out of the picture.
3. Put honey in a mason jar.
Suggestions:
1. Put shower soaps in different containers that are easier to squeeze, like travel bottles.
2. Buy pump bottles to take squeezing out of the picture.
3. Put honey in a mason jar.
Issue: Putting on compression socks
Suggestions:
1. Wear gardening gloves when putting them on. The grip will help slide them on more easily.
(Honestly, I don't know about this one, but I'm definitely willing to try it!)
Suggestions:
1. Wear gardening gloves when putting them on. The grip will help slide them on more easily.
(Honestly, I don't know about this one, but I'm definitely willing to try it!)
A website that has a lot of different accessibility products that would be worth exploring. It says for blind/low vision, but many of the products are helpful for a variety of modifications. https://www.maxiaids.com/?idstore=1&category=Blind/Low_Vision
I hope these are helpful to someone! I would love to hear any modifications that you swear by. I will update this thread with my experience as I try these things. I'm not going to be able to afford to get all this stuff at once, so it might take me awhile.
