The Best Accessible Clothing For Wheelchair Users

People who are in wheelchairs because of various unforeseen conditions can be very uncomfortable with this at first, and many of the little things they normally take for granted can become very tricky. For example, people who were once able to wear their favorite clothes are now forced to prioritize convenience and comfort. A piece of clothing that is easy to get up in and wear and doesn't cause constrictions and hassle in your daily activities can restore your independence.

At Ningbobaichen Mobility, we've created a list of the best accessible clothing for wheelchair users so you don't have to look far to get the options you need.

Adaptive Clothing

Elastic waist pants
Elastic waist pants are one of the most obvious but easiest adaptive garments to find. They're not a hassle to wear, you can adjust them to your waist size and they're available in high street stores.

Many brands already sell elastic waist pants such as sweatpants, smart pants and shorts. These pants are great for wheelchair users because of their comfort and ability to adapt to changing body shapes, however in some cases they may not have a high back and so may be uncomfortable.

Wide shoes and boots
Some wheelchair users may have swollen or sensitive feet (medically known as edema), as well as medical conditions like varicose veins, bunions and contractures that make wearing shoes uncomfortable.

That's why it's important to find shoes and boots that are loose fitting, because they aren't tight on your feet. You can find wide-fitting shoes at regular footwear retailers, but there are also companies that specialize in designing them for your needs.

Zippered Wheelchair Jeans

Zippered wheelchair jeans are great for those who like the look of jeans. They have a comfortable high back, as well as a long front button zipper. Some wheelchair jeans also come with longer, stronger belt loops to help get them on and the pockets are secure while sitting.

Easy Tie Belt
The Easy Tie Belt is designed to be fastened with one hand. Designed for independent dressing, simply snap the end onto the belt loop in the front and pull tight. You will be able to secure it with Velcro and then easily adjust it as needed throughout the day.

Instead of a functional buckle, easy buckle belts come with a decorative buckle that can be moved to the center, which means they are great for everyday and formal occasions.

Front-fastening bras
If you have limited mobility, a bra can be one of the most troublesome things to put on in the morning. That's why many brands like Bra Easy are determined to make life easier for people with disabilities by designing bras with accessibility in mind.

From front closure bras and wireless bras to seamless designs and senior bras, their collections have been developed to be comfortable, beautiful, easy to wear and free of cumbersome snaps.

Velcro skirts and wrap dresses
Velcro is one of the best ways to create adaptable garments that can be independently and easily fastened and unfastened with limited hand mobility. This makes it great if you only have one hand, suffer from arthritis or have another condition that affects your hand mobility.

That's why adaptive clothing companies use it for skirts and wrap dresses that snap in the back. Able Label, for example, has a line of skirts and dresses designed for assisted dressing.

Wheelchair waterproof clothing

Most waterproof clothing doesn't take into account people who use wheelchairs, which is why it's crucial to look for waterproof capes, coats and aprons that cover the legs. Wheelchair waterproof clothing allows you to go where you want to go in any weather.

Stylish adaptive clothing

One of the biggest complaints wheelchair users have about adaptive clothing is that while it's functional and comfortable, it's not always fashionable. That's why adaptive clothing brands and fashion labels that design clothing for people with disabilities are able to keep up with the ever-changing fashion industry.
Brands like Tommy Hilfiger have taken this into account with their adaptive collections that allow people with disabilities to wear their branded clothing with small modifications to make the clothes more wearable.
For example.
Adaptive oversized sweatshirt. A traditional oversized sweatshirt with Velcro in the back.
Button-down Chinese shirt dress. A shirt dress with a fashionable pattern that has magnetic buttons disguised to look like buttons.
T-shirts and jumpers. Round-neck tops with Velcro from the collar to the shoulders in a design that looks like sewn seams.
Drawstring pants. Drawstring pants, jeans and jackets