Pen Holder
A pen attachment designed to pair with the utensil holder for writing tasks.
Quick Details
Category: Writing
Tags: Reduced Grip Strength, Decreased Pinch Strength, Limited Finger Flexion
Recommended Filament: PLA or PETG
Print time: ~ 1 hour
Print Difficulty: Easy
Device Assembly: Easy
Supports: No
Original Creator: Sadd Caffeine
In Use
Scale Reference, 1 in.
Print Orientation
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Filament type: PETG or PLA
Layer height: 0.20mm
Infill: 15-20%
Supports: None
Wall count: 4
Estimated filament used: 23 Grams
Print difficulty: Easy
Print time: About 1 Hour
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Added materials: Bic pen
Tools needed: None
Post processing: None
Time to assemble: 1 Minute
Assembly Process: To assemble this device, snap a Bic pen into the pen attachment, then slide the pen attachment into the holder.
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Functional Use: This device is an attachment that snaps a Bic pen into a printed piece that slides into the Utensil Holder, so the same hand-based holder used for eating also works for writing. It pairs with the Utensil Holder rather than working on its own.
Relevant Occupations: Writing
Client Factors: May be relevant when grip strength or fine motor control is reduced.
Performance Skills: The holder holds the pen, so the client writes with a gross grasp rather than pinching and manipulating a pen.
Safety Considerations: The attachment can sit loose in the holder, so secure it before use.
Limitations: It is sized for a Bic pen rather than a range of pens. It is not a cleared medical device, so its use must be a clinical decision made by the treating occupational therapist.
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Issues: The pen attachment may be loose in the holder.
Recommendations: You may use some superglue to secure the pen attachment to the holder.
Ease of use: Easy
Test results or review: The device works; however, it may need to be rescaled to fit the user.
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Original file link: https://www.printables.com/model/1298089-fork-and-spoon-support-handle/files
Creator credit: Saad Caffeine
License: Creative Commons (4.0 International License) Attribution-ShareAlike