Trouble using keys?
Nlondoner
Member Posts: 8
Hi All,
I am looking to hear from any others who also find using / turning door keys a bit tricky ... Is this problem common? If so do you have any good solutions?
Thank you!
I am looking to hear from any others who also find using / turning door keys a bit tricky ... Is this problem common? If so do you have any good solutions?
Thank you!
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I do.I'm considering one of those panel things (the proper name escapes me) as some of them have been safety tested and have come out well.0
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Hi,
When my hands are really sore keys are troublesome. The OT recommended a key turn gadget but I can't remember what it's called sorry-it may be worth browsing on a disability living website.
Deb x0 -
i got a thing from occupational therapist that fits on the key to make it thicker ,it did help but i lost it when we moved house !!! ,it is a bit bulky in your pocket mind you but it definately works ..0
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I sometimes find it hard to move my arms to use keys in doors due to back stiffness and sholder pain.0
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Key-turners are available, mine cost 1.25 from a discount store. As for the key breaking? Oh to be that strong! Disability shops sell them too. DDHave you got the despatches? No, I always walk like this. Eddie Braben0
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Yes I also find turning keys a problem, I find if I keep the locks well oiled it does help a bit......................arie xxSmile a while and while you smile
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Thank you all so much for the feedback and advice! Sounds like I'm not the only one...
It sounds like the plastic key turners are the main tool to help with this?
Starburst, what are the safety tests for? ... the key turners? Just curious...
Would still love to hear from anyone else who deals with this problem!
Thanks again!0 -
Hi All,
Anyone else have any advice on using keys?
Thanks for your help!0 -
What sort of advice, please? What sort of key are you having a problem with?If at first you don't succeed, then skydiving definitely isn't for you.
Steven Wright0 -
Sorry - just wondering if many people use key turner devices to assist key operation? and which ones they find effective?
Mainly for common modern door keys ...
Thanks very much!0 -
If by 'ordinary' you mean a common Yale-type key, just google 'key turner' and you'll find some.
maller keys are clearly more problematic as there is less to get hold of though any with a hole into which a pencil, biro etc can be inserted for leverage aren't too bad.
My all time favourites are those big, lever-type ones in some disabled toilets. No grip problem there but not very suitable for most homesIf at first you don't succeed, then skydiving definitely isn't for you.
Steven Wright0 -
Thanks very much for the advice Sticky Wicket. I have managed to find a few devices for sale online to help using keys!0
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I am another that uses the plastic key turners...I haven't broke one yet...Love
Barbara0 -
Thanks Barbara!0
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