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functional, but is positively sleek and attractive. > Among the
devices in the MoMA exhibit, for instance, were:
A scaled-down, streamlined wheelchair which is so unobtrusive,
it deflects attention from itself and permits the occupant to be the
focus of interest. It is also a sturdy, lightweight and manageable vehi-
cle for participating in athletic events, which so many young ath-
letes with disabilities are doing these days.
A combination breadboard-and-knife which makes it possible to
slice bread safely, and with one hand if necessary.
A fork with a serrated edge which makes a one-handed knife-
and-fork combination.
A thoughtfully sculpted cane handle which defines the proper
grip for comfort and safety.
A generous-sized pen with finger rests which eliminates stress on
arthritic fingers.
Also — a non-skid bowl, a grip-assistant, a
button fastener, a jar-opener, an easy-to-
scoop-out bowl and a variety of electronic
aids.
>- Aside from nullifying obstacles in the
environment, these good-looking new prod-
ucts are engineered in such lightweight, eas-
ily maintained materials, and in such bold,
joyous colors, they are appealing on a broad
scale — to young and old and to the hale and
hearty, as well as to people who are impaired.
Cane for Rheumatics provides a large,
soft, molded handle which insures good
friction and a generous load-bearing
area for the hand.
Designers: Maria Benktzon, Sven-Eric Juhlin.
Mfr: RFSU Rehab, Stockholm, Sweden.