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EnteraLite Infinity
EnteraLite Infinity Replacement Door Cover
The door part of the EnteraLite Infinity pump gets a lot of use; this wear and tear might cause door to need to be replaced: This door is a replacement part for the EnteraLite Infinity enteral pump.Replacement door cover for EnteraLite® Infinity® Pump
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McKesson
McKesson Disposable Knife White 6-1/2 Inch Length Plastic Bulk Wrap 1000 per Case
Package Count: 1000. McKesson cutlery is a durable brand of utensils that is perfect for general casual dining use. Resilient construction makes the cutlery rigid and strong to help prevent accidental breakage. This mediumweight polypropylene knife is...
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McKesson
McKesson Feeding Pump Backpack Black, Pump Pocket, Outside View Window, Solution Wrap, Support Straps, 2 X 8 X 13 Inch For 500mL Bag for the Kangaroo™ Joey Enteral Feeding Pump
McKesson's feeding pump backpack easily transports a 500-mL portable Kangaroo Joey enteral feeding pump bag so patients can move about freely while remaining connected to their feeding pump.McKesson feeding pump backpack can be used as an...
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Kangaroo Joey
Kangaroo Joey Feeding Pump Backpack Blue For Kangaroo Joey™ Enteral Feeding Pump
Kangaroo Joey pump users can remain connected to their feeding source while, at the same time, become and remain mobile: This backpack is just the right size.Kangaroo Joey backpacks are specially designed and tested to hold Kangaroo Joey enteral feeding...
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McKesson
McKesson Feeding Pump Backpack Polyester, PCV Window, Disposable Fits Most 3000 mL Feeding Pumps
Lightweight, polyester backpack for conveniently carrying feeding pump on back.Fits most 3000 mL feeding pumps Clear PVC window so you can check pump without taking it out of bag
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McKesson
McKesson Feeding Pump Backpack 2 X 8 X 18 Inch, Black, Pump Pocket, Outside View Window, Solution Wrap, Support Straps For Two 1000mL Bags for the Kangaroo™ Dual Flush System
McKesson's feeding pump pouch easily transports two 1000-mL Kangaroo™ Dual Flush System bags so patients can move about freely while remaining connected to their feeding pump.McKesson feeding pump pouch can be used as an over-the-shoulder bag or as a...
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McKesson
McKesson Feeding Pump Backpack Black, Pump Pocket, Outside View Window, Solution Wrap, Support Straps, 2 X 9 X 15 Inch For One 1000mL Bag for the Kangaroo™ Dual Flush System
McKesson's feeding pump backpack easily transports two 1000-mL Kangaroo™ Dual Flush System bags so patients can move about freely while remaining connected to their feeding pump.McKesson feeding pump backpack can be used as an over-the-shoulder bag or as...
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McKesson
McKesson Feeding Pump Backpack Polyester, PCV Window, Disposable For 1000 mL Joey Pump
Lightweight, polyester bag for conveniently carrying feeding pump on back.Fits Joey 1000 mL feeding pumps Clear PVC window so you can check pump without taking it out of bag Black
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McKesson
McKesson Enteral Feeding Pump Pouch Shoulder Style, Black
McKesson enteral feeding pump pouch is for 500 mL feeding pumps and their accompanying tube-feeding formula bags. Enteral feeding pump pouch eliminates the need for an IV pole and allows feeding tube patient to be mobile. It slings over the shoulder like...
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Whirley-DrinkWorks!
Whirley-DrinkWorks! Drinking Mug, 20 oz Hospital Cup
Whirley-DrinkWorks! 20-ounce Thermo Mug comes with a snap on lid and a flexible, corrugated straw with a cap to help keep your drink contained inside. Double-wall insulation keeps beverages cold while a wide handle provides for easy carrying. Receive one...
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Traveler
Traveler Dome Lid 100 per Sleeve
Package Count: 100. Traveler dome lids allow extra space for froth or whipped cream for gourmet hot beverages.The inner ring reduces pop-off incidents, providing a more secure lid fit and reducing dribble at the rim and cup seam One lid fits five cups:...
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McKesson
McKesson Gastrostomy Tube Holder For Waist 30-45 Inch
The McKesson enteral feeding tube securement device comfortably and discreetly secures a G-tube, J-tube, or PEG-tube beneath clothing. Its innovative design eliminates the need for pins and tape, reducing skin irritation and discomfort. The pouch...
$26.51
Eating Aids
Eating Aids
For those who have had a stroke, people with Parkinson’s disease, those living with arthritis, and many others, the simple act of eating may be difficult. But, there is a wide range of assistive eating devices, from easy-grip utensils to spill-proof cups, that can remove some physical obstacles to eating.
Adaptive Plates and Bowls
Several modifications can make plates easier to use.
Specialized Flatware and Cutlery
Silverware with oversized handles is a common type of assistive eating aid, but large handles are not the only style of adaptive flatware. Other opinions include:
Adaptive Drinkware
Don’t overlook drinkware when considering adaptive devices for eating. The simplest adaptations are glasses with tightly-fitting lids and built-in straws, but there are a few other possibilities, such as:
Adaptive flatware, non-slip plates, scoop bowls, and other assistive eating devices can help maintain independence and dignity for people who have difficulty feeding themselves. Visit SimplyMedical today and browse our selection.
For those who have had a stroke, people with Parkinson’s disease, those living with arthritis, and many others, the simple act of eating may be difficult. But, there is a wide range of assistive eating devices, from easy-grip utensils to spill-proof cups, that can remove some physical obstacles to eating.
Adaptive Plates and Bowls
Several modifications can make plates easier to use.
- Sectional plates are deep and divided into compartments by thin walls. This keeps foods separated and gives the diner a firm surface to scoop food against.
- Plates with raised edges serve the same purpose but without the sections.
- Scoop plates resemble a cross between a bowl and a plate, with a low, plate-like edge on one side and a tall, bowl-like edge.
- Scoop bowls, like scoop plates, have one side that is higher and more curved than the other, reducing spills and splashes.
- Non-slip plates and bowls rest on suction cups that hold them in place on the table.
- Plate guards are free-standing barriers that can be added to any existing plate to give it a raised edge.
- Food bumpers are similar to plate guards but clip onto the edge of the plate to keep them more secure.
Specialized Flatware and Cutlery
Silverware with oversized handles is a common type of assistive eating aid, but large handles are not the only style of adaptive flatware. Other opinions include:
- Weighted silverware can be helpful for people with hand tremors. The weight can reduce tremors, making it easier to keep food on the flatware. Weighted silverware may have significant, easy-to-grip handles or may be indistinguishable from everyday flatware.
- Oversized handles may be an option for people with a weak grip. In addition, handle adapters — usually made of foam tubing — can be added to existing flatware to increase the size of the handle.
- Angled silverware can be helpful for people with a limited range of motion. Some brands may be adjustable, allowing you to increase or decrease the angle.
- Utensil holders strap around the hand and provide support for those who have difficulty grasping without help.
Adaptive Drinkware
Don’t overlook drinkware when considering adaptive devices for eating. The simplest adaptations are glasses with tightly-fitting lids and built-in straws, but there are a few other possibilities, such as:
- Cups with dual handles are more accessible to grip and control than tumblers or single-handled cups. Lids make spills even less likely.
- Weighted cups, like weighted silverware, can help reduce tremors for people with Parkinson’s.
- Regulated drinking cups dispense only small, regulated amounts of liquid, which can be helpful for people with dysphagia (difficulty swallowing).
- "Nosey” cups have a cutaway section that accommodates your nose, allowing you to drink without tipping your head back. This can help reduce the risk of choking for people with dysphagia.
Adaptive flatware, non-slip plates, scoop bowls, and other assistive eating devices can help maintain independence and dignity for people who have difficulty feeding themselves. Visit SimplyMedical today and browse our selection.