The image shows a young man wearing glasses and a red baseball cap with an attached pointing device, which is an assistive technology called a head mouse or head pointer. The device consists of a long, thin rod that extends from the bill of the cap towards the keyboard.

Mobility Disability

Head mouse / head pointer

Devices that track head movement to control a cursor or select items on a screen. Helpful for users with limited or no hand use but good head control.

Tool type
  • Hardware

This guide is for general information. Talk to a specialist to choose the right tool for your needs.

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