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Whilst all care is taken to provide accurate information with respect to the item described, the Independent Living Centre (ILC) is not involved in product design or manufacture, and therefore not in a position to guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. Selection of equipment, which is both suitable and appropriate for individual needs remains the responsibility of the person(s) considering requisition, and no responsibility is taken by the ILC for any loss or injury caused through use of the equipment or alleged to have arisen through reliance upon information provided. As information is subject to change any enquiries should be directed to the manufacturer.
Item Details
Buyers Guide - Mouth/Head Stick/Pointers
ILC Reference NO 62:12:001
Item sourced from ILC NSW database
Short Description
Mouth Sticks and Head Pointers provide an alternative method of using equipment such as a keyboard. They are sometimes used when a person is unable to use their hands due to tremors or uncontrolled movements (eg. Cerebral Palsy) or in the absence of movement (eg. Quadriplegia).
Price Guide
Approx Price: $0.00
Price Date: 14/03/2008
More Details
HEAD POINTERS
Most head pointers protrude from the forehead and are held in place by adjustable straps. Other units protrude from the chin, which places the pointer more in line with the item being accessed. Chin pointers reduce the unsightly barrier imposed by the forehead pointers as they do not obscure as much of the wearer's face.
MOUTHSTICKS
Mouthsticks can be used by people with reasonable head and mouth control to access a range of devices including computer keyboards, electronic typewriters, and calculators. The ideal mouthpiece should allow the user to speak and to maintain saliva control, although these functions are not easy with the mouthpiece in place. Mouthsticks should be orthodontically correct to minimise wear on the teeth and maintain jaw alignment. A number of mouthsticks are available commercially, but in some cases a custom design is necessary.
These devices are commercially available and can be customised and manufactured through general hospitals (contact the Occupational Therapy Department) and Technical Aid to the Disabled.
This information has been prepared by the COMPUTER ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY SERVICE (Div. of Northcott).
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
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