When you want to give your mother or father a gift of clothing for Respect for the Aged Day, there are a few points to keep in mind if they spend a lot of time in a wheelchair. A garment that is the perfect length when standing may cause the hem to ride up and expose the ankles when they sit in a wheelchair, or the fabric may become tight around the stomach area if they sit for a long time.
There's no single "right" wheelchair-accessible wheelchair; it's important to choose one that suits your daily routine, considering factors like whether you'll be sitting all day, whether you'll need to transfer, and whether you'll need assistance with dressing.
The waistband should be soft and not constricting.
If you spend long periods sitting, choose underwear with a soft, stretchy elastic waistband or similar design to minimize strain on your stomach area while seated.
When choosing trousers, pay attention to the length when you're sitting down.
Even if the hem fits perfectly when standing, it may ride up when you sit down because your knees bend. However, if it's too long, the hem can get in the way when transferring. Choose a hem that suits both how it looks when seated and safety.
Choose a top that doesn't feel tight around the stomach area.
When sitting, the fabric tends to stretch, so we recommend tops made of fabric that stretches horizontally or with a comfortable amount of room around the stomach.
Recommended clothing
The "Sitting Beauty Pants" (sa3366) feature pleats at the knees to prevent the hems from riding up when seated, and a deeper rise at the back. The "Smooth Bottleneck Top" (sa3710) has a relaxed, stretchy design with a longer back hem for added comfort and to prevent your back from being exposed. Both items are tumble-dryable.
See the Seat Beauty for Pants Consult with a care concierge.
