I had a younger patient (19) who had to use a cane after surgery. He put bicycle handle bar wrap (very colorful) around his cane. He was amazed at the change of people's perceptions about him.
> David A. Lehman, Ph.D., P.T. ~ ~_/) ~ > Assistant Professor > University of St. Augustine > 1 University Blvd. > St. Augustine, FL 32086-5783 > (904) 826-0084 ext. 227 > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > -----Original Message----- From: Mary Lou Boudreau [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Thursday, July 11, 2002 4:39 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Ideas for encouraging use of bathtub bars, etc. I am working with a project that is aimed at encouraging the use of assistive devices (specifically bathtub bars, non-slip surfaces, canes and hip protectors) with seniors to prevent falls or reduce the impact of falls. Our particular approach is to get more of these assistive devices visible and accessible by having seniors from the community approach local retailers to display and promote these devices, and to approach hotels and construction companies to include bathtub bars as standard bathtub features. One of the suggestions we have for communities is to run some community events that will help to market these devices. Some of our ideas at present include fashion shows to promote nice looking canes that match your wardrobe, Christmas package sales of related assistive devices, displays at local home improvement sales, etc. What I am looking for from you creative therapists is any nifty ways that you have seen to promote the acquisition and use of these assistive devices. Any great ideas out there? Mary Lou in Canada *********��*********** Unsubscribe? Send a message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] In the message's *body*, put the following text: unsubscribe OTlist ** List messages are archived at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected] *********��***********
