[Lucydog]

I have a non SCI related hand and finger problem which means for an increasing amount of time my fingers are pretty stiff and my grip is reduced. So at times Im not that efficient when pushing and have noticed that Im making hard work of it at times. I use fairly standard leather biking gloves, but feel I could do with something that allows me greater grip. I tend to use the palms of my hands more than I used to and wonder if cuffs might be better than gloves at times. The other problem is I have SMALL hands, so its hard to find anything that fits and doesnt slip around. Id appreciate any suggestions that might help.

Thanks
L

[longhaul]

Hey check out these:http://www.sportaid.com/search_list.php?brand=sa&strID=64 they have other gloves also.

[kewlcatkez]

Lucydog, on Mar 14 2008, 08:22 PM, said:

I have a non SCI related hand and finger problem which means for an increasing amount of time my fingers are pretty stiff and my grip is reduced. So at times Im not that efficient when pushing and have noticed that Im making hard work of it at times. I use fairly standard leather biking gloves, but feel I could do with something that allows me greater grip. I tend to use the palms of my hands more than I used to and wonder if cuffs might be better than gloves at times. The other problem is I have SMALL hands, so its hard to find anything that fits and doesnt slip around. Id appreciate any suggestions that might help.

Thanks
L

Hi,

As you know I have upper body/hand issues ( Connective tissue disorder and related dislocations/raynauds/nerve & tendon damage. I am also on the look out for SMALLER gloves and I too use my palms..I know there have been threads before so I will try and dig a few up... Anyway, I am on the look out too. I do think that smaller versions of this: Bromakin Push Cuffs would be great starting point...They only do them in Med and large and I have long (Marfanoid) fingers but very slim hands so extra small are too wide in other brands.

I have seen the pattern which Apparelyzed/Simon has here on the site: http://www.apparelyz...gic_gloves.html they would be great as you can down/up size the pattern as required, only thing is I would struggle with - Ok wouldn't be able to do if I am honest, the sewing part buy hand (hand issue, so you would probably too) ...

These are a great find: http://palmproducts....palmpushers.htm but are mail order only. They are recommended by the Spinal Injuries association though...and these too can be trimmed and tightened and as they are made to measure may be more ideal..I am looking into getting some..Bit more pricy though to be honest....

I also have the rubberized covers which can be added to push rims. I have been told by people that they make my chair look even cooler too, lol ( not sure if they are humouring the poor crip!) They do help with grip but some people don;t get on with them. The good thing is that they can be removed pretty easily (although my dislocation issues etc mean I have to get someone else to do it usually), mine generally stay on in the winter then I take them off ...Check them out: HERE!! By the way, there are cuffs listed on that site too ( they are from Globalleather originally though) and I had my local mobility shop order them in. Not only did the shop visit nearly kill me due to the suicidal "ramp" lol, but the "cuffs" would have fit a huge hand or two in them...no ability to tighten them and the huge "D" rings were on a long piece of webbing which would get caught, so are more of an hinderance then a help..IMO... Just wanted to mention it, in case you see them...


Hope this helps, and PLEASE, if you find some that are of use, before I do will you please let me know? I will of course do the same...

Take care,

K

This post has been edited by kewlcatkez: 14 March 2008 - 10:50 PM

[ryan08/06/88]

Try mountain biking gloves, they're tight fitting and enable you to use you hands fully but give quite a bit more grip!

You can get them in halfords or any bike shop...

[Lucydog]

thanks, I already use bike gloves from halfords but they arnt really up to the job.
Ive been looking at cuffs but would prefer a d ring as i find velcro quite hard to pull over tihtly enough. Ive actually ordered some cuffs to try but I think they will be too big to b honest. Does anyone know if you can get childs cuffs?
ta.

[kewlcatkez]

Lucydog, on Mar 15 2008, 11:57 AM, said:

thanks, I already use bike gloves from halfords but they arnt really up to the job.
Ive been looking at cuffs but would prefer a d ring as i find velcro quite hard to pull over tihtly enough. Ive actually ordered some cuffs to try but I think they will be too big to b honest. Does anyone know if you can get childs cuffs?
ta.

Hello,

As I said above ( in a longwinded way), if the cuffs are the ones the same as these: found here and elsewhere then they are very very big and although I would be much better with the "D" ring closure ends...they are on a very long piece of webbed tie which can only be secured at one point...so would get in your wheels... I suppose they could be altered....but would have to get someone to sort them out...

Of course if they aren't like those, please ignore...LOL


K


Oh and if you check out HERE newlife Disabled children equipment UK there is one example and may be others, I haven't had chance to look yet...

K

This post has been edited by kewlcatkez: 15 March 2008 - 02:06 PM

[LuckyinKentucky]

The ones longhaul referenced are racing gloves, great for racing but if you want some everyday gloves look further on sportaid for some gloves made by Hatch! I've tried many kinds of gloves and some work great... for a month or so that is before they fall apart... some haven't even made it through one day. The gloves that hatch offers are quite flexible except for in the palm... where they either have a leather pad or some of that sticky material like what is on the racing gloves. I've never used the kinds that have full fingers but my most recent pair of hatch's have the full thumb and that sticky material for the palms///these may be the best for you to try first... i would also recommend the kind that are knitted on the back of the hand for summertime.

[qbounce]

I've always used workout gloves. . . padded leather palm w/ open fingers, and quad rubberized push rims. The rims cost much more than the covers, but are fitted by the wheelchair manufacturers and don't slip. When using the rubberized rims you'll need a real glove as they stick to the leather when slowing down.

Good luck in your search!

[SuperDaz]

Hi ....i use these...Link.. i have to say its the best 20 quid ive spent.

There is a slight padding in the palm,but its the grip thats the best ,even when the rims are wet.
Some times a little to good.

Ive lont just looked at there site,but from the home page they do loads.

HTH

Daz

[ems]

SuperDaz, on Mar 16 2008, 08:46 PM, said:

Hi ....i use these...Link.. i have to say its the best 20 quid ive spent.

There is a slight padding in the palm,but its the grip thats the best ,even when the rims are wet.
Some times a little to good.

Ive lont just looked at there site,but from the home page they do loads.

HTH

Daz

WOW... wheelchair SLIPPERS!!!! LOL omg think thats a great idea to have in ya bag, when you go round a house with cream carpet!!!!!!

[SuperDaz]

Nah sod the wheelchair slippers.....that will teach then to have cream carpets..

[edlee]

Not if you want to be invited back!!!!