Dressing

Dressing can be the most frustrating of all activities for someone with Parkinson's disease. The loss of fine-motor control makes it hard to button and zip clothes, and even to step into a pair of pants. An occupational therapist can point out techniques that make daily activities easier. These suggestions also may help:

• Allow plenty of time so that you don't feel rushed.
• Lay clothes nearby.
• Choose clothes that you can slip on easily, such as sweat pants, simple dresses or pants with elastic waistbands.
• Use fabric fasteners, such as Velcro, instead of buttons

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