Short Description
This device allows two crutches or walking sticks to be clipped together in an X shape in order to lean them against a wall, table or any other suitable surface. Bridgit is also suitable for a single walking stick or crutch, allowing it to be hooked over the back of a chair or onto a tabletop. Suitable for walking sticks and crutches 19mm to 22mm in diameter.
Maintenance
Wash in warm water. Reusable
Standards
Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
www.ilcnsw.asn.au/home/assistive_technology/standards
TGA
Many of the items on the ILC NSW website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.
When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.
Place Of Manufacture
Such and Such Design (United Kingdom)
www.suchandsuchdesign.co.uk