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Dressing aids
If you have limited mobility or dexterity, assistive dressing aids can help you dress yourself, your improving quality of life. Here are some common examples:
- Sock aids: These help you put on socks without bending, which is good for arthritis, back pain, or hip problems.
- Stocking aids: They make it easier to put on stockings, especially if you have leg swelling.
- Button hooks: These tools help you fasten buttons if you have trouble with fine motor skills.
- Zipper pulls: They make managing zippers much easier, allowing individuals to dress without strain.
- Dressing sticks: Sticks with hooks help you move clothing, reach hard-to-get areas, and fasten buttons.
- Magnetic clasps: These are useful for fastening jewellery, making it easier for people with reduced dexterity.
- Thigh lifters: Assist in putting on pants or trousers without bending too much.
- Slip lift pants aid: This device helps you put on your trousers without needing to bend over.
- Doff n’ donner stocking aid: a tool that helps you easily put on and take off compression stockings.
- Magnetic shoe closures: devices that use magnets to fasten and unfasten shoes instead of traditional shoelaces.
- Long-Handled Shoehorns: Assist in putting on shoes without bending.
These tools help you to dress by yourself, reduce strain and allow dignity when dressing.