{"product_id":"40-angled-adapted-fork-for-reduced-mobility","title":"40° Angled Adapted Fork for Reduced Mobility","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpecial fork with a 40° angle, suitable for both right- and left-handed users. Its design makes eating easier for people with reduced mobility or conditions affecting balance in the wrist, hands and upper limbs. It promotes greater independence during meals. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e40° angled adapted fork for dependent users: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e✔ Four prongs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e✔ 40° angle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e✔ Length: 8.2 cm. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e✔ PVC tube base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e✔ Right- and left-handed versions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e✔ With handle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e✔ Weight: 21 g. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/7442\/0580\/files\/tenedor-angulado-derecho-con-mango-ortoprime_480x480.jpg?v=1630448620\" width=\"340\" height=\"340\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e40° angled cutlery with handle – Adaptable: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe angled cutlery is available as follows:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith Handle: \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFeatures an integrated non-slip PVC handle measuring 3 centimetres in length, providing a comfortable and secure grip. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdapted Cutlery – Fork for people with special needs \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANGLE:\u003c\/strong\u003e This cutlery features a 40° angle in relation to the handle, making gripping easier and helping food reach the mouth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQUALITY MATERIALS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufactured from high-quality materials resistant to daily use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHAND:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in right- and left-handed versions, allowing you to choose the option that best suits your mobility limitations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eADAPTABLE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose your preferred handle from cylindrical, mushroom or loop handles, adaptable to the user’s hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEASY TO CLEAN:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEasy to wash\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eby hand with mild soap or in the dishwasher. The use of abrasive products is not recommended. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e40° angled fork – Recommended as a feeding aid: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThere are various conditions or physical and\/or cognitive limitations that make independent eating difficult. For this reason, adapted cutlery such as this 40° angled fork has been designed. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe use of angled adapted forks is recommended by specialists for conditions related to mobility and balance, including the following:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCerebral palsy: Disorders that can affect the brain and impair nervous system functions such as limb movement, learning, hearing, vision or thinking. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSpinal cord injuries: Associated with damage to the spinal cord that can result in loss of body functions such as mobility or sensation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSevere spasticity: Refers to tense, stiff muscles that limit mobility, also known as increased muscle tone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAtaxia: Causes lack of coordination or balance in the limbs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eChorea: Characterised by involuntary, repetitive and irregular movements affecting the face, neck, mouth, trunk and limbs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eParkinson’s disease: A neurodegenerative disorder that causes tremors, rigidity, slowness of movement or loss of balance.   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTremors: Involuntary, rhythmic movements of certain parts of the body such as the hands or head. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"340\" width=\"340\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/7442\/0580\/files\/tenedor-adaptado-angulado-necesidades-especiales-ortoprime_480x480.jpg?v=1623341578\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eCurved fork for people with reduced mobility:  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAngled forks offer certain benefits compared to conventional forks thanks to their ergonomic design and angled profile. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKey benefits include supporting the eating process, making food intake easier, promoting user independence and assisting carers during feeding tasks. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdaptable handles for the special fork for reduced mobility:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e The choice of adapted handle will depend on the user’s condition and degree of disability.  Below are some of the handles compatible with this fork model with PVC tube base:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCylindrical handle: Its dimensions make gripping easier and reduce involuntary hand movements. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMushroom handle: Allows the utensil to be held without changing hand position, with a base that ensures a secure grip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLoop handle: Easy to grip and adapts to the natural shape of the hand. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThere are various handles made from different materials. Choosing the appropriate model will depend on the required level of grip according to the user’s condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn general, specialists recommend heavier adapted handles for conditions related to balance and lighter adapted handles for conditions related to reduced mobility. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"H5511LA","offers":[{"title":"Right \/ With handle","offer_id":50600502427944,"sku":"12019","price":17.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Left \/ With handle","offer_id":50600502460712,"sku":"12021","price":17.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/8677\/2520\/files\/angled-adaptive-fork-right-handled-ortoprime-uk.jpg?v=1764268152","url":"https:\/\/ortoprime.co.uk\/products\/40-angled-adapted-fork-for-reduced-mobility","provider":"ORTOPRIME-COM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}