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Computer Desk Modifications

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CUSTOM ADAPTATION PURPOSE: To enable an individual with spinal cord injury to use his computer from his wheelchair. A purchased self-assembly desk was modified to accommodate a powered wheelchair. Two 100-millimeter-high panels were added to the bottom sides of the desk to increase the height and enable the user to get his feet under the desk. A plywood panel was added across the back to strengthen it and the shelf below the desk top was removed. A U-shaped notch was cut in the keyboard surface to accommodate the wheelchair controls and enable the user to get close enough to the desk to reach the computer components. A minitor stand was built and added to place the monitor at optimum viewing height. A horizontal CPU was placed next to the monitor and the printer was placed on a shelf above the monitor and CPU. TITLE: Accessible Computer Desk. JOURNAL: TAD Journal. REF: Volume 26, Number 2, July 2006: p. 16. PAGES: 2 (including cover).

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TAD is a charity organisation that has the authority to fundraise. TAD uses volunteers dedicated to the design, construction and provision of aids for people with disabilities. Members of TAD provide a resource pool comprising a range of design, engineering, rehabilitation, computer, therapy and other professional and technical skills. Aids custom-designed by TAD volunteers are described in the TAD Journal.

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