A thin cutlery handle asks for a fine pinch grip and a lot of wrist control. Neither is easy for a client with arthritis, reduced grip strength or a tremor, and the usual result is that someone else does the feeding.
This Therafin utensil has a thick tubular handle wrapped in nylon, so it sits in a gross grasp and needs no fine pinch. It is light, so the extra bulk does not add fatigue across a whole meal, and the smooth cover is comfortable against sensitive skin. The handle diameter suits clients who can close the hand but cannot hold a narrow shaft steady.
It washes in a domestic dishwasher on the top rack, which makes it practical in shared houses and group settings where cutlery is cleaned in bulk.
