The loop is threaded through the buttonhole, hooked over the button, and the button pulled back through the hole. Clip-Knix is clip-on underwear that will increase independence and preserve dignity for millions of people who experience limited mobility and the elderly. The sale helped Knix move inventory faster and more efficiently than its physical warehouse sale ever could have. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. The weight of a fabric can also be important to consider, especially if you experience pain when moving or if you have limited strength or endurance.

Capes and ponchos can be easier to put on than a heavy jacket or coat, especially if you have restricted shoulder movement.I have many of their underwear and while none have completely worn out yet, after a few years the side and waist seams have started to split a bit in places. You can use a dressing stick to bring clothes around your shoulders, push clothes off your shoulders, pull up zips (using the small hook end), tighten shoelaces, pull up trousers or straps or push off socks. If you are a member of the public looking to access our rapid self-assessment tool, AskSARA, please contact your local authority to access this service.

A dressing stick usually consists of a long wooden or plastic handle, with a hook on one end and sometimes a thimble or smaller hook on the other. There are companies which specialise in manufacturing clothes to meet particular needs, and some high street brands are now including clothing designed for people with additional requirements.You are advised to look at each stage and movement involved in the task of toileting, working out how best you will manage your clothing. Try to avoid creases and folds in fabric as they can increase the risk of skin breakdown, especially if you are sitting for long periods, or if you perspire a lot.

Lengthening the waist at the back will help make trousers more comfortable while sitting, as well as help avoid gaps between trousers and tops. A small percentage of elastane or Lycra also makes fabric more stretchy, and can help it regain its shape after being stretched. You may choose to wear your latex/rubber like this, ie non-shiny, but if you want to shine up your latex as it is in our pictures, you can use a silicone polish or spray.Removing excess fabric and darting trousers behind the knee can help make them more comfortable to wear if sitting for long periods of time. That is why we’ve come up with an exquisite range of adaptive clip-on underwear that is designed for the sole purpose of making living simple.