Bending to the floor to get a shoe on is the point where a lot of people lose their independence with dressing. A long shoe horn removes the bend: the person sits, guides the blade into the heel of the shoe and slides the foot in from an upright position.
It is a simple plastic tool, which keeps it light enough to handle one handed and easy to wipe over. The length is set for seated use, so it reaches the floor without the person leaning forward.
It is a common recommendation after a hip replacement, for people with back pain, and for anyone with limited hip or trunk flexion. It works well alongside a dressing stick and a sock aid as part of a dressing kit.
