A pair of black elastic shoelaces wound around a white cardboard spool inside a printed blister pack.

Norco Elastic Shoelaces Dressing Aid for the Elderly and Disabled

by Norco

$24.88, see price history

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Ready to use This is a simple swap of one lace for another. It needs no pairing, tools, or training, and most people can do it in a few minutes and get a benefit right away. A family member can help with the first lacing if reaching the feet is hard.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

These elastic shoelaces replace the regular laces in lace-up shoes, so the shoes can be slipped on and off without tying and retying. That makes dressing possible with one hand, and it removes a step that is hard for anyone with limited hand strength, reach, or dexterity. The stretch also lets the laces keep the shoe snug while giving a bit of give, which can make a shoe feel more comfortable on the foot. You'll need to lace them into your own shoes, and they work best in shoes that already fit well.

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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$24.88

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How to fund this

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Details

Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
Age range
Complexity
Ready to use
Price
$24.88
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Medicaid waiver
  • Out of pocket

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    1. Thread the elastic laces through your shoes in place of the old laces, the same way you would regular laces.
    2. Set the tension so the shoe feels snug but still lets your foot slide in, then try the shoe on and adjust if needed.

Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Rehabmart — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked November 1, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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