I need help in getting something so I can use my computer. Can you help me?
Published on 02/21/2007
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I'm a C3-C5 Quadriplegic with very little movement. If your able to move your head there are a few products to choose from...
Here is what I use...
I use a "Headmaster" to move my mouse. It has a sip/puff switch that I use to click. I wear the headmaster just like headphones, see picture. To type I use a Onscreen Keyboard. More Information below. This is what I've used for four years now. I'm a graphic designer and use the computer a lot.
There are a few products to choose from, here is a few of my favs.
| Mouse Pointers |
Price |
My Opinion |
| HeadMaster |
$995 |
This is what I use and think is the best. |
| SmartNAV |
$399 |
I have tried the SmartNAV mouse but found it to unreliable & jumpy. |
|
Onscreen Keyboards |
Price |
My Opinion |
| Click-N-Type |
FREE |
This is what I use on my Windows machine. Very Configurable |
| Microsoft's Keyboard |
FREE |
comes pre-installed on most computers with XP or Vista |
| Skeleton Key |
$99 |
Small compact interface |
| KeyStrokes |
$299 |
I use this keyboard on my Macintosh computer. Love It! |
Some other good resources...
Assitive & Adaptive Technology
Accessing Computers Using On Screen Keyboards
'BrainGate' Brain-Machine-Interface takes shape
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