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Adaptive trowel

What is an adaptive trowel?

Easy-grip gardening tools with long handles.

A garden trowel with ergonomic grip.

An adaptive trowel has a special handle that protects your fingers, hands, and wrists from repetitive strain by offering support.

Most brands now have soft grips and are ergonomically designed to take the pressure off your hands and wrists so you can enjoy your gardening.

An adaptive trowel is useful if you have arthritis, upper limb weakness, pain, or fatigue.

Everyday tips to help maintain your independence

A few simple processes and assistive products will make everyday gardening tasks easier. You can see some suggestions to help you outside the house by following the link below.

Outside the house

Suggested places to purchase

Here are some suggested suppliers of products. We recommend you research to find the best fit for your situation and your budget.

Better Care Market

Better Care Market is your number destination for practical home healthcare essentials, daily living products, and mobility aids.

Bunnings

Bunnings is one of Australia and New Zealand's leading retailers of home improvement and lifestyle products.

ASR accessible products

ASR aims to help people find the right products for their needs.

NED

Assistive products, helpful information, and customer support to find assistive tools.