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In part 2 of our blog, we will focus on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS). As with many jobs, (CTS) can be a common risk factor. The fishing industry is no different. Many fishermen struggle with a variety of musculoskeletal problems ranging from lower back to shoulders, knees, and hands. Repeated throwing and pulling […]
I’ve taken a look at three Fish Tug-Style boats on the Great Lakes and have spoken with the fishermen in depth about their jobs. I also observed demonstrations and helped with the work. As a result, I recommend these general assistive technology ideas. This would work for fishermen suffering from arthritis, or other […]
You say it is difficult to balance while lifting pumpkins from the ground to waist level? The pumpkin/squash lifter helps people who cannot bend down to pick up melons, squash, and other bulky items from the ground. It is built with conduit and pitchfork tines. It is a piece of ¾-inch metal conduit 36-inches long […]
A powerlift step uses a 12V electric linear actuator to raise a worker to a utility tractor operator’s station without climbing. The steps up to the operator’s stations are steep and tall. Workers often cannot safely climb and lift themselves with one leg, especially when they have knee surgery. They can use a powerlift step […]
Spring is here and gardens are ready to be turned over in preparation for planting. Many people use a standard rototiller to complete this task but requires a lot of physical labor. I submit to you the use of an ATV cultivator and lightweight electric cultivators are a great combination to work your soil […]
During cold weather, have your hands ever hurt to the extent you cannot even use them? Have they turned pale or even white then blue when exposed to the cold, or during stress? Have they become swollen and painful when warmed? You may have Raynaud’s disease. This disease occurs in 5-10% of the population and […]
Farm workers with back, leg, and arm impairments struggle to carry hay bales across uneven ground. A hay bale dolly moves the bale on wheels to enable the farmers to do necessary tasks in spite of their medical conditions.
https://www.instructables.com/Tractor-Hand-Control-Lever-Assistive-Technology/
Lifting hooks make it easier for workers to lift and carry buckets and bins. Whether it’s tendonitis, arthritis, golfers elbow, or carpal tunnel our weight lifting hooks can help take the strain off so that you can continue to be active. Moving buckets and bins is a daily chore for many workers. Lifting hooks will […]
