Button Hook -Small, Acrylic Grip
by MaxiAids
Last verified June 17, 2026 · classified April 26, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · April 26, 2026
A button hook is a simple dressing tool with a looped wire tip on one end and a handle on the other — you insert the wire loop through a buttonhole, hook it around the button, and pull it back through, fastening the button with one hand or minimal grip. It's designed for people who have use of only one hand, limited finger dexterity, or reduced grip strength due to stroke, arthritis, or other conditions. This is a complete, ready-to-use tool with no setup required — the acrylic handle is easy to clean and the red end provides a visual contrast cue to help locate it quickly. At about 6 inches long, it's compact enough to carry in a pocket or bag, but people with very limited hand function may find even this tool requires some practice before it feels natural.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Medicaid waiver
- Out of pocket
- Vocational rehab
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Insert the wire loop through the buttonhole from the front.
- Hook the loop around the button and pull back through the hole to fasten — no setup or assembly needed.
Getting it
Try Before You Buy
Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.
Where to Get It
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How to Fund This
Equipment like this is often pursued through official state programs. These are common starting points — each program decides its own eligibility and what it covers, so the first step is always a phone call.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from MaxiAids — view on vendor site; last verified June 17, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on April 26, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.