Pick-Up Reacher with Rotating Jaw and Magnet by Performance Health
Last verified June 16, 2026 · classified April 26, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · April 26, 2026
This is a grabbing tool with an extended arm that lets someone pick up objects from the floor or reach items on high shelves without bending, stretching, or gripping tightly. It's designed for people who have limited reach, joint pain, or reduced hand strength — common after surgery, with arthritis, or following a stroke. The rotating jaw and built-in magnet add versatility: the jaw can angle to grab awkward items, and the magnet picks up small metal objects like dropped coins or keys. This is a complete, ready-to-use tool right out of the box, though the grip trigger still requires some finger strength to operate, which may be a limitation for people with very severe hand weakness.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Medicaid waiver
- Out of pocket
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Remove from packaging and use immediately — squeeze the trigger handle to open and close the jaw.
- Rotate the jaw to the angle needed for the item you're reaching, or use the magnet tip for small metal objects.
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 Performance Health — view on vendor site; last verified June 16, 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.