New handle on things: Paul manipulates a plastic gadget that will help him improve his motor control - his dexterity - with both hands

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New handle on things: Paul manipulates a plastic gadget that will help him improve his motor control - his dexterity - with both hands

Date12/16/1981

Names

Loek, Dick (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

Format

Picture

Notes

Original Toronto Star caption: New handle on things: Paul manipulates a plastic gadget that will help him improve his motor control - his dexterity - with both hands.

Subject

Self-help devices for people with disabilities

Medical care

Medium

Photographs

Language

English

ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0025648F

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