Adaptations you may need for your car in order to drive safely and in comfort.

For children with achondroplasia it may prove a challenge to reach the top of pages in an exercise book in order to write. For this problem, ALPE Foundation devised an adapted workbook, you can access through here.

ALPE Foundation wrote a document on adapted chairs, with what is necessary for a child with achondroplasia, suggestions and several different results. The same adaptations can be made for an adult.

A partnership between a patient organization with a textile professional from the north of Portugal is heading to create a clothing line for people with bone dysplasias/short stature.

Adaptations that may be necessary for your child at school.

Adaptations due to the reduced length of the arms and legs, which may result in difficulties reaching the perineum, the toilet and the sink. Bathroom adaptations and a mechanical aid may be needed for toileting and/or bathing more comfortably.