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== Intro ==
Individuals dealing with physical impairments may have difficult with self-feeding.  There are a number of assistive products within the self-feeding category ranging from modified cups, cutlery and dinnerware.  These products can benefit the user to becoming more independent and less burden on the caregiver.


== Cutlery ==
* '''Sit in a seat which supports their back and arms, with feet resting on a firm surface'''
* '''Sit in a seat which supports their back and arms, with feet resting on a firm surface'''
* '''Sit close to a flat surface (legs underneath and stomach almost touching table)'''
* '''Sit close to a flat surface (legs underneath and stomach almost touching table)'''

Revision as of 16:13, 15 July 2022

Original Editor - Robin Tacchetti Top Contributors - {Special:Contributors/Eating and Drinking Assistive Products}}

Intro[edit | edit source]

Individuals dealing with physical impairments may have difficult with self-feeding. There are a number of assistive products within the self-feeding category ranging from modified cups, cutlery and dinnerware. These products can benefit the user to becoming more independent and less burden on the caregiver.

Cutlery[edit | edit source]

  • Sit in a seat which supports their back and arms, with feet resting on a firm surface
  • Sit close to a flat surface (legs underneath and stomach almost touching table)
  • Have a firm surface for their elbows
  • Have food, drink and aids within reach
  • Have a non-slippery surface so plates and bowls do not move
  • Use their stronger hand[1]


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  1. ↑ World Health Organization. Training in Assistive Products Modules. 2020. Available from: https://www.gate-tap.org/all-modules/
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