One Handed Strategies for Kitchen Tasks
Presented by Dr. Debra Latour
Meet your instructor
Dr. Debra Latour
Debra Latour has been an innovator from her earliest years. Debi wore her first prosthesis at the age of 14 months and then spent the years that followed working with the clinical team at Shriners Hospitals to improve upon their prosthetic designs. When it came time to decide upon her next step, Debi decided that a career as…
Chapters & learning objectives
1. Peeling, Cutting, and Chopping Foods
Preparing fruits and vegetables for cooking can present a challenge for someone that only has functionality of one hand. Join Debi Latour as she describes adaptive strategies and methods for peeling, cutting, and chopping foods.
2. Mixing and Pouring Ingredients
Many people find enjoyment in baking for their loved ones, but this too can be difficult, especially when the mixture is made and ready to be poured into a baking dish. Watch as Debi Latour demonstrates how to mix ingredients into a batter and pour the contents into a baking dish.
3. Navigating the Stove and Oven
Once food ingredients are prepped for cooking, the use of the stove and oven is often the next step. These present their own risk, particularly in people with decreased sensation of their effected side. Join Debi Latour as she demonstrates how to use the stove and oven, and discusses strategies for the patient with decreased sensation.
4. Washing Dishes
Washing dishes, while not the most exciting task, is important for maintaining a clean and healthy home. Watch as Debi Latour demonstrates how to clean different types of dishes without breaking them or putting the intact hand at risk.
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