Dressing aid
Various embodiments of a dressing aid are disclosed. In one embodiment, a dressing aid, comprises a grip; an extender extending from the grip, the extender having a proximal end and a distal end; a clasping mechanism coupled with the distal end of the extender; and a locking mechanism configured to lock the extender into a fixed position such that the clasping mechanism remains at a fixed length from the grip.
1. A dressing aid system, configured to assist in putting on an apparel, the system comprising:
a grip;
an extender extending from the grip, the extender having a proximal end and a distal end, wherein the proximal end of the extender is located within the grip and wherein the extender is retractable;
a plurality of interchangeable clasping mechanisms;
a connector for coupling one of the plurality of interchangeable removable clasping mechanisms onto the distal end of the extender; and
a locking mechanism configured to lock the extender into a fixed position such that the clasping mechanism remains at a fixed length from the grip;
wherein the plurality of interchangeable clasping mechanisms is a kit including at least one hook and at least one clip, and configured to engage with a portion of the apparel.
2. The dressing aid system according to claim 1 , wherein the connector is a threaded connection.
3. The dressing aid system according to claim 1 , wherein the connector is a tension fit connector.
4. The dressing aid system according to claim 1 , wherein the connector includes a clip.
5. The dressing aid system according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one hook is a fishing style hook.
6. The dressing aid system according to claim 1 , wherein the extender is coiled within the grip.
7. The dressing aid system according to claim 1 , wherein the locking mechanism is a switch on one side of the grip.
8. The dressing aid system according to claim 1 , wherein the locking mechanism is a button on one side of the grip.
9. The dressing aid system according to claim 1 , wherein the extender comprises polymers.
10. The dressing aid system according to claim 1 , wherein the extender comprises a metal.
11. The dressing aid system according to claim 1 , wherein the grip has a circular shape.
12. The dressing aid system according to claim 1 , wherein the grip has a triangular shape.
13. The dressing aid system according to claim 1 , wherein the grip comprises a substantially clear plastic.
14. The dressing aid system according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one hook is an S-shape hook.