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Item Details

Active Hands Range of Gripping Aids

ILC Reference NO 64:20:002
Item sourced from ILC ACT database


AH1

Short Description
A range of gripping aids designed to help people with poor grasp to hold a tool or handle. It can be used for a variety of activities eg assist in sports, gardening and do-it-yourself tasks such as hammering and holding the handlebars of tricycles. Available in adult and child sizes.


Caution
The manufacturer recommends to following cautions -

• Once the gripping aid is fastened the user cannot "let go" automatically.
• Care should be taken not to overstrain muscles (particularly in the wrists) when using heavy or awkward objects.
• Ensure the gripping aid is fastened tightly enough to hold the object firmly so that it cannot slip.
• Do not use the gripping aid
- for prolonged periods, particularly if experiencing circulation difficulties
- for holding sharp objects if at risk of a blackout.
- If the gripping aid becomes damaged
- to hold hot objects near open flames.
• When using the gripping aid to perform a new task it is advisable to have another person present.
• If holding heavy or bulky objects (e.g. weights) in the air make sure you have enough strength and control to lower them safely and carefully. Take particular care when lifting objects over the head.
• When undertaking exercises such as weight lifting always remember to save enough energy to lift the weights to a comfortable position to undo the gripping aids.


More Details
The gripping part of the aid is made from a neoprene webbing fabric.

Models
General Purpose Gripping Aid (AH1)
This aid consists of an adjustable wrist strap with an extension that folds over the fingers and attaches back onto the wrist strap. It is tightened by pulling on a strap in the upper section of the extension. This pulls the hand into a fist shape and allows the object to be held in the palm. The aid is padded to help reduce chafing.

Available in 4 sizes, Extra-large, Standard, Small (formerly children's) and Mini (for children under 5)
Available in a right or left hand model

General Purpose Gripping Aid (AH2)
Similar to the AH1 but, as it is designed to be used with gardening tools on a gloved hand, it is not padded.
Standard size only
Available in a right or left hand model

Looped Exercise Aids (AH3)
This is an adjustable padded wrist strap with a strong loop that can fit over the handles of some exercise machines, allowing for arm exercise without the need to grasp a handle.
Standard size only
Sold only as a pair


Dimensions
Mini
Length Overall....... From 120 mm to 140 mm 
                   Distance wrist to middle finder tip
Circumference Wrist.. From 120 mm to 140 mm 

Small
Length Overall........ From 135 mm to 185 mm 
                   Distance wrist to middle finger tip
Circumference Wrist... From 135 mm to 155 mm

Standard
Length Overall........ From 175 mm to 210 mm 
                   Distance wrist to middle finger tip
Circumference Wrist.... From 145 mm to 185 mm 

Extra Large
Length Overall........ From 195 mm to 280 mm 
                   Distance wrist to middle finger tip
Circumference Wrist... From 180 mm to 220 mm 


Place Of Manufacture
UK

Warranty
12 months


Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For a fact sheet about standards contact us or visit www.ilcaustralia.org/home/standards.asp

Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.

Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
BILBY PUBLISHING AND CONSULTING,   KANOONA, NSW

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