💡 Important to Know
These assistive devices are suggestions based on experience. Every person with CMT is unique, so what works for one person may not be suitable for everyone. Always consult with your occupational therapist or healthcare provider about which assistive devices best fit your situation.
👔 Dressing & Fine Motor Skills
Assistive devices that make dressing and undressing easier, especially for people with reduced hand strength or finger dexterity.
🪝 Button Hook / Dressing Aid
Perfect for people who have trouble with small buttons. This hook helps hold and pull buttons through buttonholes.
Where to buy:🔗 Zipper Pull Ring
Small rings that can be attached to zippers to make them easier to grasp and operate.
Where to buy:🍽️ Kitchen & Eating
Handy kitchen assistive devices that make food preparation and opening packages easier.
🍼 Bottle Opener for Plastic Caps
Specially designed to easily open plastic bottle caps without having to use much force in your hands.
Where to buy:🥫 Can Opener with Pull Tab
Helps open cans with pull tabs when your fingers don't have enough strength to hold the ring.
Where to buy:🧴 Tube Squeezer
Handy aid to completely empty toothpaste, cream or other tubes without having to use much force.
Where to buy:💪 Exercise & Strengthening
Assistive devices to exercise and maintain hand strength and fine motor skills.
🤏 Hand Exercise Spring (Hand Grips)
Handy exercise tools to train and maintain grip strength. Different resistances available.
Where to buy:🦶 Foot & Walking Comfort
Special assistive devices for foot comfort and walking support.
👣 Metatarsal Pads
Soft cushions placed under the midfoot to relieve pressure points and provide more comfort when walking.
Where to buy:💡 Tips for Choosing Assistive Devices
🎯 Start smallBegin with one assistive device at a time to get used to using it.
👥 Ask for adviceDiscuss possible assistive devices with your occupational therapist or physiotherapist.
🔄 Try before buyingMany stores offer the opportunity to try products first.
💰 Ask about coverageSome assistive devices may be covered by health insurance.