Easy Velcro Clothing for People with MS
I recently attended a local Multiple Sclerosis Society function that included vendors promoting adaptive equipment, support organizations, and self-help books. My husband and I lingered at one particular table where a representative was demonstrating adaptive clothing. We watched as he showed onlookers the versatility of his Velcro shirts and pants. “Quick Change Clothing”, he said, “makes it easy for someone with MS or their caretaker to put on and take off clothing.”
This rep went on to explain to us that the company originally tried to market the clothing— which uses Velcro closures on the seams for easy on and off— to professional athletes, but since major athletic outfitters were their major competitors, the company decided to fill the need for people with physical impairments who could benefit from the clothing.
To learn more about Quick Change Clothing, visit the website www.quickchange123.com or phone 212-362-0393.
Kim Says:
Great info since my hands do not work like they used to. Will check out site. Thanks
Kim
Posted on May 20th, 2009 at 2:27 pm
Mike Harding Says:
Jen,
Great article/posting to bring awareness to the need for adaptive clothing. At The Cast Clothing Co we have taken it a step further with a seamless look for fashionable, everyday clothing. We opted not to use Velcro due to the fact that it tends to goes bad after repeated washes and can be tricky to use when your trying to line up the opening especially for the older user.
I would invite you to visit our site as an added option available to you and those who live the variety of limb conditions that affect what you can wear.
Thank you again for the awareness!
Mike Harding
Posted on May 20th, 2009 at 3:31 pm
Lanette Says:
Jen – Thanks for providing us with this interesting and helpful information. I’ll have to bookmark that website in case I ever need it!
Posted on May 21st, 2009 at 4:02 am
Jen Says:
You’re welcome. This truly seems like a respectable company.
Posted on May 21st, 2009 at 2:00 pm
Linda D. Says:
I remember in the 80’s (I think) when the big hit in some bars were velcro suits worn and one could be catapulted onto a wall that was covered with the *other* side of the velcro…you’d stick to the wall! Of course, I was pretty much a bar fly back then, so I might have imagined this…
Posted on May 25th, 2009 at 8:43 am
Jen Says:
Please STOP!?!….LMAO….I guess I need to check my comments on a more regular basis. Although the discovery of this gem comes at the most opportune moment..
This trumps the crockpot comment hands down….
Posted on May 26th, 2009 at 12:07 am