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Date: 14.03.2016
From: geek84

Subject: Info required for DIY house maintenance tools

Good Morning Folks

My father seems to be developing symptoms associated with arthritis and is increasingly finding it difficult to handle general household maintenance tools such as : screw drivers, hammers, pair of pliers etc.

Can you please suggest where I purchase such tools for people who have (say) weak hands, wrists and grip, and who may be developing symptoms of arthritis?

Thanks in advance for your responses.
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Date: 14.03.2016
From: Lois

Subject: Re: Info required for DIY house maintenance tools

Hi Geek, sorry to hear about your Dad. Your Dad may be better off with power tools. They do many light weight electric (battery) screw drivers you can also purchase soft handle tools. It may be an expense changing over but at least your Dad could continue using tools.

Has your Dad ever tried hand splints/gloves? It really is a bug bare for us when limitations occur.

Has your Dad had his hands checked by his Gp or a Consultant?

I hope this helps. Maybe some of the Male posters may have some better ideas.

Take care
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