The Best Reaching Tool for Wheelchair Users
Written by Bonnie Thiessens
rnIt’s been over three months since I underwent a spinal surgery. I’m subject to home care now and am confined to a wheelchair for god only knows how long. Anyone who’s had a spinal surgery will know how hard it is to cope with the healing process. It comes with a number of limitations, and even the most basic of all tasks seem tedious, since you need to move each time you have to grab something in the vicinity, may it be a glass of water, or a TV remote, or a bag of chips. But there is indeed a way to counter the tedium. Folks, it is time you get your independence back with the Grappler extended reach pickup tool!
It was very thoughtful of my daughter to lend me her 2-year old 33” long Grappler soon after I came back from the hospital, which I rely on everyday to reach for and grab things that are just outside my arms’ reach. Of course, I do have to move the wheelchair a little bit to reach out for things that are fairly far away; but still, I have complete access to nearby things that are within the 33” radius.
So, speaking of the Grappler’s efficiency, it comes with a solid aluminum body that is conveniently light on the hand and offers stability in handling objects. It functions based on a smooth trigger mechanism that won’t hurt your fingers and remains intact and perfectly functional in the long run. The Grappler extended reach pickup tool is equipped with fairly wide picker jaws that snap shut on the target with a squeezing force of about 17 pounds, which is ample to grip onto heavy objects like a bottle of milk or a reasonably thick paperback. With sharp edges and a thoughtful design, the Grappler is a highly dexterous tool that you can use to pickup objects as thin and tiny as an ear-bud or a cigarette.
Cost-wise, it is fairly expensive than other products in the market, but the extra few bucks you spend is totally worth it! Other pickup tools in the market wear out with usage sooner than you might expect. But the Grappler extended reach tool is known for its durability. It is probably the most durable pickup tool in the market today. For a first, it is manufactured within the US, as per high standards, and believe it or not, it comes with a Lifetime Warranty! Yes. Anytime your Grappler gets damaged, you can instantly get it repaired or replaced completely free of cost, except for the minimum shipping charges which you need to pay.
Available in many sizes, ranging from 24 inches upto 96 inches, you can get the Grappler of your choice. Industrial Grade Grapplers are also available, which do not come with any plastic parts and is built to remain intact even after years of usage. The one I use is a standard version featuring a plastic handle, but all in all, the standard version in itself is sturdy in make and will perfectly suit the needs of any individual seeking to use it domestically.
Contact us:rnContact Person: Bonnie ThiessansrnCompany Name: Grapplersinc. Tools for your worldrnContact number: (775) 284-8990 rnToll Free: (877) 212-5803rnWebsite: http://www.grapplersinc.com/
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Grapplers Inc. is a truly American success story as it was started from humble beginnings by Jay and Bonnie Thiessans. They have since built a thriving and very successful tool and machine business in Sparks Nevada and won many awards. They have also been recognized nationwide for their achievements. Grapplers Inc. has been making reach extension and commercial grade litter pick up tools since 1992.
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