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An Indepth Look At Adaptive Clothing
Adaptive clothing is a special type of clothing that was created for people who have difficulty putting on, wearing and removing normal clothes. These include people who suffer from physical disabilities, impaired motor function, elderly people etc.
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A few of the disorders and illnesses that may require a person to eventually wear adaptive clothing include cerebral palsy, brain injury, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, spinal cord injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, arthritis, incontinence etc.
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Well, for one, there are discrete differences such as easy access snaps, Velcro strips and in many cases, the fastenings are located to the back so that caregivers have an easier time dressing their patients. Most designs are extremely comfortable and made of stretchy material to ensure maximum comfort.
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There is also adaptive clothing that is made to suit specific medical problems. For example, if a patient suffers from Alzheimer's, then they will probably remove their clothes at inappropriate times. If an individual does this, then you will have to use a type of adaptive wear known as locking clothing.
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Another common physical ailment that requires adaptive clothing is Oedema. This causes the legs and feet of sufferers to swell which makes it difficult to wear and remove typical pants and shoes.
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A person that suffers from Parkinson’s disease will have problems with their fine motor skills. This means they will have problems buttoning up shirts and handling other such enclosures. As a result, they would need adaptive clothing where the buttons and zippers are replaced with Velcro strips.
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In conclusion, the development of adaptive clothing has helped many people who suffer from disabilities or old age regains some control over their lives. There are many brands and types available, so make sure to choose wisely.
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