Mobility Disability
Mechanical prosthetic limbs
Basic prosthetics operated through body movement or manual control, using cables, straps, or simple joints.
- Hardware
- Amputation
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Tool Guide
Explore assistive devices and apps by disability and need. Use the filters to find tools that can support daily life, learning, communication and independence.
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Mobility Disability
Myoelectric (muscle signal-controlled) prosthetic limbs
Prosthetics that use electrical signals from muscles to control movement, enabling more natural and precise hand/arm function.
- Hardware
- Amputation
Mobility Disability
Microprocessor-controlled prosthetics prosthetic limbs
Advanced prosthetics (often legs/knees) that use sensors and microprocessors to adjust movement in real time for smoother walking and improved stability.
- Hardware
- Amputation
Mobility Disability
Prosthetic liners and suspension systems
Prosthetic liners and suspension systems that improve limb comfort, fit, skin protection, stability, and secure prosthesis control.
- Hardware
- Amputation
Mobility Disability
Crutches and knee scooters
Mobility aids for lower-limb injuries.
- Hardware
- Amputation
Mobility Disability
Residual limb care tools (skin care, shrinkers)
Skin care supplies used to maintain skin health and limb shape after amputation
- Hardware
- Amputation
Mobility Disability
Assistive dressing devices (button hooks, zipper pulls)
Tools that help individuals dress more independently, especially those with limited fine motor control or one-handed use.
- Hardware
- Amputation
Mobility Disability
Adaptive utensils and kitchen tools
Modified tools (built-up handles, angled utensils, rocker knives, jar openers) that improve grip and independence in eating and meal preparation.
- Hardware
- Amputation
Mobility Disability
Car adaptations (hand controls)
Vehicle modifications that allow driving using hand-operated controls for acceleration and braking. Often used by individuals with lower limb impairments.
- Hardware
- Amputation
Mobility Disability
Pain management apps (phantom limb pain support)
Apps that offer tools such as relaxation exercises, pain tracking, education, or therapy techniques to help manage phantom limb pain and chronic pain.
- Software
- Amputation
Mobility Disability
Tele-physio apps
Apps that enable physiotherapy through video consultations, exercise plans, and remote monitoring, allowing users to receive therapy from home.
- Software
- Amputation
