My father is unable to bend to put his socks on due to his age and I was wondering if anybody knows where I can get something where he can put on his socks on by himself. Please help.
2006-07-10 15:46:44 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
I would try getting a pair of these:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002ZAMWO/
2006-07-10 17:02:58 · answer #1 · answered by dmowen03 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know where to find them but I do know that they make things like this for the elderly and infirm. They are like long sets of scissor-tongs, and he can grasp each sock with two pairs of tongs and then draw them on as though his arms were longer. Try asking someone in a pharmacy, or at a place where they make prosthetics and orthotics. They should at least be able to point you in the right direction. Good luck!
2006-07-10 23:07:07 · answer #2 · answered by cdf-rom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because of your Fathers age.why not try Wall-mart,for diabetic socks.about4;99 a pair.there easier to put on and take off. try A Handicapped Help Line they have 24/7 lines with Referrals.1888 820-4357........{www.ahandicappedhelpline.org} he might need help learning how to do it a different way.therapy's.or look up in your local phone book. Medical Supplies store.good luck
2006-07-19 16:08:23 · answer #3 · answered by tysgrandma99 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a mail order catalog company called Dr. Leonard's Catalog. The website is DrLeonards.com. I would recommend checking with them. They have some very unique assistive devices. Good Luck!
2006-07-11 01:50:31 · answer #4 · answered by Nancy K 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Glyconutrients will help him get better flexability.
2006-07-15 23:54:21 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋