Bending down to put on socks and shoes is hard with back pain, after a hip or knee replacement, in pregnancy, or simply with age. The Footwear Aid does it from a 70 cm handle: put on your socks, bring your shoes closer, slip them on, and take socks and shoes off again – sitting on a chair or standing, without bending over.
It combines a sock aid and a long shoe horn in one light aluminium tool of just 190 g, with a soft foam grip for hands with arthritis or little strength. It assembles by hand in under a minute, and the hook at the top hangs it on the edge of a table or shelf, within reach for next time.
Socks on
Pull the sock over the sock aid, slip your foot in and draw it up.
Shoes on
The long shoe horn guides your heel in: trainers, loafers, dress shoes.
Socks and shoes off
The back of the shoe horn slides socks off; the U-shaped end pushes shoes off.
Shoes within reach
Pick up shoes from the floor and bring them closer.
Socks: works best with ankle and mid-calf socks. Not suitable for compression socks, knee-high stockings or no-show socks.
1. Put on socks
Hold the sock aid between your feet and pull the sock over it with your hands. Then slip your foot in and lift the handle: the sock slides on, smoothly, without snagging or bunching.
2. Bring your shoes closer
Use the end of the tool to pick up shoes from the floor and pull them within reach, without stretching or bending.
3. Put on shoes
Place the shoe horn behind your heel and step in. The wide, smooth surface guides the heel into the shoe and protects its back.
4. Take off socks
Sitting down, slide the back of the shoe horn under the edge of the sock and push it down and off the foot.
5. Take off shoes
Press the U-shaped end down on the back of the shoe and slip your foot out, without using your hands.
Adjustable
The sock aid slides up and down the handle, to suit the height of different shoes.
| Brand | DEMBY |
| Code | AA026 |
| Size | 70 × 11.5 × 12 cm |
| Weight | 190 g |
| Colour | Grey |
| Award | Good Design Award, Japan |
| Material | Aluminium, TPR, elastic |
| Grip | Foam padded |
| Functions | Sock aid, shoe horn, shoe remover |
| Assembly | By hand, no tools; stays assembled |
| Storage | Hook at the top of the handle |
| Package | 17.6 × 8.2 × 38.2 cm |
Supplier data (DEMBY Group).
Can I use it sitting down?
Yes. The 70 cm handle reaches the floor from a chair, or standing. It is made for people who can't bend easily: back pain, a hip or knee replacement, pregnancy, stiff joints.
Which socks does it work with?
Ankle and mid-calf socks with ordinary stretch. Not compression socks (too tight), knee-high stockings (too long) or no-show socks (too short).
Does it suit every shoe?
The shoe horn works with all adult sizes and most closed shoes: trainers, loafers, dress and casual shoes.
Is it hard to put together?
No. The parts twist and lock by hand, with no screws or tools, in under a minute. Once assembled, it stays together.
Is it easy to hold?
It weighs only 190 g, and the foam grip holds securely even with arthritis or a weak grip. It does need a basic grip and arm movement; with very limited mobility, a carer's help may be useful at first.
What is the hook for?
To hang the Footwear Aid on the edge of a table, desk or shelf, so it stays within reach and doesn't fall over.
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Need advice?
OrthoHouse is happy to help you choose the right daily living aid. Call +357 22 660688 or email info@orthohouse.com.cy.
