Wooden Dressing Stick for Buttoning and Zipper Pull Assistance
by DMI
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 wooden stick with two functional ends: one end has a tool for pushing buttons through buttonholes, and the other has a metal hook for grabbing and pulling zipper pulls. It's designed for someone who has difficulty reaching down to their waist or lower body, or who doesn't have enough grip strength to manage standard clothing fasteners — common after hip or back surgery, stroke, or with arthritis. This is a complete, ready-to-use tool that needs no setup or batteries. It works specifically for buttons and zippers and won't help with snaps, velcro, or shoelaces.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Medicaid waiver
- Out of pocket
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Use the hook end to catch the zipper pull tab and slide it up or down without needing to pinch.
- Use the button end to push buttons through buttonholes without bending or using fine grip.
- No assembly or setup required — works straight out of packaging.
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 DMI — 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.