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Zipper Hook and Button Hook

A hook with a built up handle that allows people with weakness or paralysis in one hand to do or undo zippers of their pants, sweaters and coats. Great for people with arthritis or stroke.

Advantages

  • Increased independence with dressing especially for those with one armed / handed weakness.
  • simple and easy to use once one has had enough practice

Disadvantages

  • easy to misplace
  • requires numerous hours before one becomes proficient in using
  • some zippers will remain difficult to hook, especially the small ones