"My mother's arms are permanently bent, and it's becoming difficult to dress her." "Are there any clothes that can be put on without having to straighten the arms?" —These are common questions we receive. Since most clothing is made with the assumption that the arms will be straightened to put on, clothes with narrow cuffs or made of non-stretchy fabric can be difficult to dress.
Characteristics of clothing that is easy to change into
- Front-opening clothing: No need to pull it over your head; you can put it on by putting your arms through one piece at a time.
- Soft and stretchy fabric: It has stretch properties and easily conforms to the body's movements.
- Clothing with wide-opening sleeves: Easy to put on from around the elbow.
- Lightweight clothing: Easier to handle than heavy clothing.
In cases where a person spends time with their arms bent in front of their body, or has difficulty moving their arms away from their body, we recommend clothing that not only has a front opening but also checks the width of the cuffs and the elasticity of the fabric. Even if the conditions look the same, the range of motion of the body can affect the choice of clothing.
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