Who designed the QuadDesk? The QuadDesk was originally designed by a C3-C4 quadriplegic who used a mouthstick. It was subsequently modified by Kurt, a C4-C6 quadriplegic so that all people in wheelchairs, or those with limited hand function and reach, could use the desk.
Why was the QuadDesk designed? As we mentioned above, the QuadDesk was originally designed by a C3-C4 quadriplegic who had no upper body movement, but used a mouthstick. With a flair for engineering and design he came up with the original version of the desk that he could use with a mouthstick. He then began using the desk for all his personal and business needs.
Kurt Simonson then redesigned the desk to meet both the present and future needs of all people in wheelchairs, or those with limited hand function or reach. This led to the modular design that makes it possible to change the height and configuration of the desk as the users needs changed.
Who was the QuadDesk designed for. Or to put it in another way who can use it?
The QuadDesk was designed for all people in wheelchairs who have some upper body movement or can use a mouthstick. Consequently, C3 and below quads who use mouthsticks or can move their arms, but not their hands and fingers can use the QuadDesk.
