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We can use suggestions for aids in putting on socks

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My husband is trying very hard to keep his independence. Please help us in giving us suggestions to make it easier for him to put on his socks. Thanks!! :-)

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I have found the easiest sox to put on are the Cotton/ Lycra mixture they just seem to glide on so easy. They are cheap too at three pairs for a £1 in poundland

warm and comfortable to wear too.

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shrekie

contact a medical supply store - they have a tool called a sock puller - it something like one of the grip extenders but it grabs the sock and you can pull the sock up

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kmxsoft in reply toshrekie

I just checked ebay and entered the search term 'sock puller'. Several products were listed which would appear to do the job.

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esrob

It isn't fun losing one's independence and the worst moment for me was when I had to give up driving. Having to get my husband to do up my bra was a doddle in comparison. Get your man to let you put on his socks and make it a chance to get close and have a quick kiss and cuddle! ( Or a long one it you like!)

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lmbanni

Thank you everyone that answered my question.

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Ballet-Beauty

I purchased a sock aid from Amazon. I put my sock over the tool and then put my foot into the sock. Hope this helps. We're all in this together.

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