Cutting Food With One Hand

Rocker Knife"Asking someone to cut my food can be embarrassing."

Stroke survivors who have the use of just one hand can quickly learn how to cut food using this special knife. It is called a 'rocker knife' because of the rocking motion used to cut meat and other foods. The knife is sharp and should be used by stroke survivors with good judgment and safety awareness.

Cutting food with Rocker KnifeThis knife (and others like it) is affordable and can be ordered online. The prices vary, so shop around. I found them for $5.95, but have seen them as high as $11. Search www.google.com for 'rocker knife'.

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