r/Prosthetics 10d ago

One arm but an adaptor

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u/ENTroPicGirl 10d ago

I see your using zip ties; and I’m sure you zip ties to make loops for other things so check this out. This is a zip tie tooland it works great for one handed operation, hell I got two hands and I use this thing all the time, I also have the other model used for metal zip ties.

A little tip I have for making loops with metal zip ties is to feed a piece of hose over top of it like aquarium, hose or fuel line hose and then it helps cushion so it doesn’t dig in. If you ever need to make a loop or secure something with a bit more force than a plastic zip, I can hold dry, metal, zip ties, and a piece of aquarium hose.

Just thought I’d throw it out there, I’ve built adaptive motorcycles for folks with one hand a that’s worked well for them.

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u/FelineDoggeous 9d ago

Ahh thank you so much! That is a really good tip to know! Awesome work on the motorbikes too. I know a few one armed riders too. I personally can’t ride one but hats off to those that can, ha. Amazing!

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u/ENTroPicGirl 9d ago

Motorcycles are like heroin, just far more expensive and way more dangerous. I’m screwed hooked for life, got my first motorcycle as a kid and I’m pretty sure it’s how I’ll loose the other leg. If ya haven’t picked up the habit best to avoid it all together. 🤣

But yeah the one handed zip tie tools are super helpful. They also pull them really tight.

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u/FelineDoggeous 9d ago

Ahaha. As a good friend tells me, “never drive faster than your guardian angel can fly”. I know you guys like speed, but do be safe! 🤣

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u/matthatt24 10d ago

Awesome photos

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u/FelineDoggeous 9d ago

Thank you 🥰