Occupational Therapy

Here are some devices which may help you after your surgery. The are suggestions only and to give you ideas.

These are all easily found on Amazon searching for ‘one handed living aids’ – please do shop around for cheaper prices/ products.

Hillylands independent living centre is available for advice.

Waterproof Hand Cover

Chopping Board

Food preparation station

Knork

Plate edger

Any plate or dish with a raised edge will work.

Jar Opener

Button/ Zipper aid

It is possible to do fasten buttons without this. See this video on getting dressed one handed. You can also just wear stretchy clothes that do not require fastenings.

Bra aid

It is possible to fasten your bra without this. See this video on getting dressed one handed.

Sock aid – if you have good mobility otherwise it is possible to put on your socks without one of these.

Elastic Laces – or wear slips on. One handed tying of normal laces is possible but takes practice.