Hello Aejaz,
I have seen a HMC micro joystick used for wheel chair control.
The small knob on the end of the joy stick was not in the mouth but was held by the mouth on a goose neck mount. The user operated it with his lips and tongue.
I think Smile Rehab can give more info.
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[mailto:[log in to unmask]]On Behalf Of Zahid Aejaz (RFF) Clinical
Engineer
Sent: 01 July 2005 09:58
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Subject: Tongue controlled switches or joystick?
Dear all,
I'm looking for a tongue controlled switch pad or a micro-joystick module
that could safely and comfortably be kept in the mouth. Does anyone know of
an off-the-shelf solution or a module that could be safely adapted for the
purpose? I've seen some mentioned in American AT books but never actually
seen one being sold in the UK.
Thanks and regards,
Aejaz
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Aejaz Zahid
Senior Clinical Scientist
Medical Physics & Clinical Engineering
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Barnsley S75 2EP
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