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Assistive Devices

  • Use a bath mat in the tub or shower to keep from slipping. If the feeling of the mat is uncomfortable, wear flip-flops or other waterproof shoes like Aquasox.
  • Use a bath chair if you cannot stand unassisted
  • LED shower water thermometer
  • Compression stockings
  • Sock aid
  • Orthopedic shoes can improve gait disturbances and help prevent foot injuries in people with a loss of pain sensation. Be sure to check your feet regularly for cuts, abrasions or injury to your feet
  • Long-handled shoe horn
  • Hair dryer stand
  • Long-handled bath tools – brushes or sponges
  • Electric razor
  • Electric toothbrush
  • Zipper pulls
  • Velcro closures on shoes
  • Button hook

  • Use handrails and grab bars, if needed, for balance
  • Thermometer to check the temperature of your shower or bath water
  • Use gloves when doing housework. Be sure to check for any cuts, abrasions, burns or injury to your hands.
  • Use push button cleaner dispensers, installed at the right height for you
  • Use a wheeled laundry cart
  • Automated soap dispensers
  • Universal Hand Clip™
  • Easi-Grip™ Contoured Carving Knife & Fork
  • Easi-Twist™ Grip Jar Opener
  • EZ Key Turner™

  • Hand or foot braces can compensate for muscle weakness or alleviate nerve compression
  • Cane – make sure you are fitted properly so you do not compound the problem with balance
  • Walker – have the walker adjusted to the proper height so you are not leaning over too far
  • Wheelchair

Other resources

Our Facebook community has provided some of their favorite products that they have found useful. Maybe something here will be useful for you, too!

Shoes

  • Acorn™ padded slippers
  • Adidas™ Sport Sandals
  • Asics™
  • Crocs™
  • Havaianas™
  • Mephisto™
  • SAS™
  • Sheepskin moccasins

Socks (and other footwear)

  • Acorn™ fleece socks
  • Bombas™ socks
  • Ducks Unlimited™ socks
  • Fleece-lined knee highs (This is a women’s fashion item. Various brands can be found on Amazon.)
  • Heatmax “Toasti-Toes™” (These are adhesive foot warmers that can be applied on the outside of your sock underneath your toes.)
  • Socks made with HoloFiber™ or Celliant™ fabric
  • VoxxLife™ neuropathy socks
  • Magnetic insoles (e.g., Therion™, Nikken™)
  • TED hose for swelling
  • Very superfine gauge and seamless socks
  • Seamless bamboo socks
  • DIY Tip: Cut off the tight elastic top of socks, and overcast the edges on a sewing machine for additional comfort

Supplies

  • Hoop to keep blankets off of feet in bed (Foot Sleep Guard™)
  • Pillow between legs (Contour™)
  • For soft comfort at night, a soft sheepskin throw does the trick as a resting spot for sensitive feet
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