A person with a disability, injury, or aging may find it painful or impossible to bend over to slide his or her shoes on. Fortunately, there are products like the FootFunnel to assist in this task. The FootFunnel is a compact, lightweight tool engineered to assist in the process of putting on shoes without the need to touch them with your hands.
Instead of struggling to bend over, or painfully rocking the foot back and forth trying to fit inside a shoe, the FootFunnel allows the user to simply put the device into the shoe and then place the shoe onto the floor. It is one possible product that can replace a long shoe horn. Located on the back of the shoe, the cone-shaped device facilitates foot insertion. The attached cord allows the user to pull the funnel out of the shoe, or the user can remove the funnel by using their other foot or a reacher.
Overview of FootFunnel:
- Putting on shoes becomes quicker and more efficient, especially for individuals with mobility issues or those who struggle with bending over
- Minimizing the need to bend over excessively can lessen the strain on the lower back and joints, promoting better posture and reducing the risk of injury
- It is designed to be versatile and can be used with various types of footwear, from sneakers to boots
- Its compact size makes it easy to carry in a bag or keep in the car, ensuring that you have it handy whenever you need to change shoes
- The dressing aid features a smooth surface that is easy to clean making it ideal for use in elderly care facilities, hospitals and rehabilitation clinics, and at home
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