Plastic Shoehorn with Hook
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 long-handled plastic shoehorn, measuring about 16 inches, that lets someone slide a shoe onto their foot without bending down or gripping with their fingers. It's designed for people who have difficulty reaching their feet due to limited flexibility, joint pain, or reduced hand dexterity — common after hip surgery, with arthritis, or for anyone who struggles with bending. You get a complete, ready-to-use tool with a hanging hook for storage — nothing else needed. This is a passive dressing aid, not a sock aid, so it helps with shoes only; a separate sock aid would be needed for putting on socks.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Medicaid waiver
- Out of pocket
- Vocational rehab
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Remove from packaging — no assembly required.
- Insert the curved end of the shoehorn into the back of the shoe heel, then slide your foot in while holding the handle upright.
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 North Coast Medical — 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.