Phone Holder
Joystick Rear Mount
The Rear Mount Phone Holder is designed to attach securely behind the joystick of powered wheelchairs, providing convenient and stable access to the user’s phone.
It keeps the phone within easy reach, even while driving or when the wheelchair is tilted.
Ressources
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Installs behind the joystick, between it and its existing mounting point.
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Allows the phone to be positioned on either the right or left side of the joystick.
Main features
Target users
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People with reduced muscle strength
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People with limited mobility
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Suitable for certain conditions, including:
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Muscular dystrophy
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ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis)
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Spinal cord injuries
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Cerebral palsy
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and more.
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Recommended use
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Mounts on a powered wheelchair
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Compatible with JSM or JSM2 joysticks (Rnet, Permobil, Amy Systems, etc.)
Benefits
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Positions the phone in a stable and accessible way
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Facilitates communication and control of electronic devices
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Supports daily autonomy and comfort
Critical Problems with Conventional Phone Holders
Phone holders available on the market are not designed for wheelchair users, which presents two main issues:
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Systems that are easy to use for people with limited dexterity do not hold the phone securely. As a result, the phone is at high risk of breaking when used on a wheelchair that vibrates or absorbs shocks.
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Systems designed for maximum durability, usually intended for motorcycles or bicycles, provide excellent stability but require significant strength and dexterity, often needing the use of both hands.
Head - Star System
Description
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The Star system was specifically designed for people with limited dexterity, allowing them to operate their phone while enjoying a robust holder suitable for the daily life of a wheelchair user.
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After extensive research, the Étoile system features a magnetic mechanism that guides the user during phone insertion and keeps the device securely in place once installed.
Advantages
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Easy to use, even with limited dexterity
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Securely holds the phone in place
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Allows phone use in portrait or landscape mod
Head - Fin System
Description
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The fin system was designed to provide a reliable and sturdy solution while keeping the phone as compact as possible.
Advantages
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Easy to use, even with limited dexterity
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Holds the phone securely in place
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Compatible with iPhone MagSafe or phone cases with a MagSafe-style ring for Android devices
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It is also possible to attach a thin magnetic ring to the back of the phone or an existing protective case