A need we're working on
“Getting dressed with one hand is taking too much effort.”
After a stroke, an injury, a limb difference, or while holding someone else, buttons, zips and laces can turn getting dressed into a long job. These finds cut down the steps that need two hands.
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The finds
Why each one may help, and what to check. Save the ones you like, or go straight to the brand.
Volto Santo
Volto Script Waffle Zip-Up HoodieWhy it may help: Hidden magnets snap the closure together so it looks like buttons or a zipper without the fumbling.
Check: Compare the brand's size chart with a garment that fits you well; adaptive cuts can size differently.
MagnaReady
Magnetic Front Hooded Flannel Jacket in NavyWhy it may help: Hidden magnets snap the closure together so it looks like buttons or a zipper without the fumbling.
Check: Compare the brand's size chart with a garment that fits you well; adaptive cuts can size differently.
Ariat
Ariat Primetime EZ Zip Western Boot (Tack Room Brown)Why it may help: Opens wide — zip-around, side-zip, or full side-opening — so the shoe fits over an AFO, SMO, or ankle brace.
Check: Measure with your AFO or brace on and check the shoe's width and depth.
Ariat
Ariat WorkHog XT EZ Zip Carbon Toe Work Boot (Bruin Brown)Why it may help: Opens wide — zip-around, side-zip, or full side-opening — so the shoe fits over an AFO, SMO, or ankle brace.
Check: Measure with your AFO or brace on and check the shoe's width and depth.
Six Southern Babes
Castle Daydreams Medically Adaptable Zipper SleeperWhy it may help: Designed to be put on, taken off, and adjusted using just one hand.
Check: Compare the brand's size chart with a garment that fits you well; adaptive cuts can size differently.
Six Southern Babes
Aardvark Adventures Medically Adaptable Zipper SleeperWhy it may help: Designed to be put on, taken off, and adjusted using just one hand.
Check: Compare the brand's size chart with a garment that fits you well; adaptive cuts can size differently.
Billy Footwear
Women's Grey BILLY LimitlessWhy it may help: Opens wide — zip-around, side-zip, or full side-opening — so the shoe fits over an AFO, SMO, or ankle brace.
Check: Measure with your AFO or brace on and check the shoe's width and depth.
Billy Footwear
Women's Black BILLY LimitlessWhy it may help: Opens wide — zip-around, side-zip, or full side-opening — so the shoe fits over an AFO, SMO, or ankle brace.
Check: Measure with your AFO or brace on and check the shoe's width and depth.
Hudson & Broome
Anna Magnetic NecklaceWhy it may help: Hidden magnets snap the closure together so it looks like buttons or a zipper without the fumbling.
Check: Magnets: check with your doctor first if you use a pacemaker or another implanted device.
Camper
Camper Casi Myra Boot, GreyWhy it may help: Opens wide — zip-around, side-zip, or full side-opening — so the shoe fits over an AFO, SMO, or ankle brace.
Check: Measure with your AFO or brace on and check the shoe's width and depth.
Hudson & Broome
Jess Magnetic NecklaceWhy it may help: Hidden magnets snap the closure together so it looks like buttons or a zipper without the fumbling.
Check: Magnets: check with your doctor first if you use a pacemaker or another implanted device.
GRWM Tools
Get Ready Grip KitWhy it may help: Designed to be put on, taken off, and adjusted using just one hand.
Check: Think about who will be dressing, and whether openings suit seated or lying-down dressing.
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