Motor impairments

Arthritis, muscular dystrophy, paraplegia, spasticity and RSI/CANS are examples of motor disorders that limit your mobility, your ability to sit down, walk and change position, and your balance and arm/hand function.

Such mundane things as a revolving door or a staircase can pose major problems for people with this type of condition. Although these problems are frequently reasonably easy to solve − with the help of a fellow student, for example − such assistance may not necessarily be available. It is therefore best to seek a permanent solution to such problems within the university so that you are not dependent on this help.

Motor impairments can often also affect general functioning. A disability frequently demands a lot of extra work and effort, leaving you with less energy and time for studying.

Glandular fever and other chronic illnesses can also cause you to fall seriously behind with your studies due to lack of energy and fatigue.

Together with the academic advisor you can consider what adaptations are needed in order to improve your situation as far as education and buildings are concerned.
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