Mobility Disability
Catheter supports / toileting aids
Products designed to assist with bladder management and hygiene (e.g., catheter holders, positioning tools, raised toilet seats). Improve safety, comfort, and dignity.
- Hardware
- Full Paralysis
AccessLife
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.
Developed by the AccessLife Team and the UNESCWA Disability Rights Team. We extend our gratitude to our core partner AGFUND.
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Mobility Disability
Eye-tracking communication software
Software that allows users to control a device and communicate by eye movement, selecting letters or symbols on a screen.
- Software
- Full Paralysis
Mobility Disability
Voice-controlled computing and home automation
Technology that lets users operate computers and smart home devices using voice commands, improving independence and reducing physical effort.
- Software
- Full Paralysis
Mobility Disability
Switch scanning software
Software that highlights options one at a time (or in groups) so users can select using a switch. Often used with AAC and computer access.
- Software
- Full Paralysis
Mobility Disability
Remote caregiver monitoring apps
Apps that allow caregivers to monitor safety and daily activity remotely (e.g., medication compliance, location, alerts), supporting independent living.
- Software
- Full Paralysis
Mobility Disability
Mechanical prosthetic limbs
Basic prosthetics operated through body movement or manual control, using cables, straps, or simple joints.
- Hardware
- Amputation
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
Mobility Disability
Power wheelchairs with tilt/recline
Power wheelchairs that change seat position to improve comfort and posture, reduce pressure sores, and support breathing and circulation.
- Hardware
- Muscular/Neuromuscular Conditions
Mobility Disability
Standing wheelchairs
Standing wheelchairs that raise users into a supported standing position, improving posture, circulation, reach, digestion, and interaction height.
- Hardware
- Muscular/Neuromuscular Conditions
Mobility Disability
Motorized lift chairs
Powered chairs that tilt forward to help a person stand up or sit down safely with less effort. Commonly used by individuals with weakness, arthritis, balance…
- Hardware
- Muscular/Neuromuscular Conditions
Mobility Disability
Portable hoists and transfer systems
Mechanical devices (often mobile) that help lift and transfer a person between surfaces (bed, chair, toilet). They reduce fall risk and prevent caregiver strain. Includes patient…
- Hardware
- Muscular/Neuromuscular Conditions
Mobility Disability
Adaptive seating and posture supports
Special seating systems and supports designed to improve body alignment, stability, and comfort. They help prevent pressure sores, reduce pain, and support trunk/head posture, especially for…
- Hardware
- Muscular/Neuromuscular Conditions
Mobility Disability
Adaptive keyboards, trackballs
Alternative computer input devices designed to make typing and cursor control easier.
- Hardware
- Muscular/Neuromuscular Conditions
Mobility Disability
Adaptive pens / weighted pens
Pens designed to improve control and reduce tremor or fatigue. Weighted versions increase stability for people with shaky hands.
- Hardware
- Fine motor impairments
Mobility Disability
Pen grips
Tools that support correct finger placement and improve handwriting stability. Writing guides help with alignment, spacing, and staying within lines.
- Hardware
- Fine motor impairments
