Abstract

My research is on garment modification for those with limited arm mobility due to unilateral, bilateral amputated upper limbs or hemiplegia, Prosthetics does not sufficiently serve the need of every person with amputations. Garment modification is necessary to make dressing easier without the use of prosthetics. Garment adaptations are inconspicuous as possible. Adding accessories like loops for dressing sticks. Loose-fitting clothing and using slippery woven fabric instead of knit fabric for convenience. Using magnetic snap in place of buttons for manageability. Use of larger than usual buttons that protrude higher so they can be used with a dressing stick. Pockets are modified to be larger and at the front, instead of side and back for easy reach. Shoelaces are replaced with snap closures or elastics.