Sam or anyone -Device for weak wrists to pull handbrake on??

newborn

Plenty of physical  conditions or injuries lead to drivers being less strong, so it is difficult hauling up the brake lever far enough. 

Hill parking is problematic, especially in  traffic paused at lights.  I heard years ago of a gadget  ..... (maybe simply an add on, to make the lever longer?   But how would that deal with having to hold the button in? )     Cannot find info.

Please could anyone solve this?

simonsable

Is your car with Motability?

newborn

No. Ordinary and elderly car

simonsable

Sorry @Pippa_Scope Can you pass this on to someone with knowledge in this area

Pippa_Alumni

I wonder if @Andy_Assistive/ @Ryan_Assistive could offer any input here?

Goodienuff

I also had this problem, and I always make sure to park the car in gear.  

mikehughescq

Nowadays a significant number of vehicles come with handbrake buttons. I’m not sure conversions are possible but there are a number of alternatives available too. 

Jean_OT

https://www.jeffgosling.co.uk/easy-release

newborn

Thank you

Ripples

This is a good question as I have variable problems with pain in the left hand and arm.

newborn

I had tried the Jeff gosling,  nice people, but the thing they make isn't really purposed for weak wrist handbrakING.   It is an unintended side effect which may or may not happen after fitting their (costly)gadget for something else.

painter

It is a problem Newborn.  Lots of gadgets around but if you have little strength in your hands its difficult to use them.  I can't use things to open bottles etc, not enough strength to press and turn.
Son has just got new car which i will drive, has push button brake.  Strange at first but love it now.

Jean_OT

Would it be helpful to take advice from Driving Mobility: https://www.drivingmobility.org.uk/  ??

DavidM

Hi Newborn!  Remap is a national charity that provides equipment, all custom-made for individuals. Everything is free of charge and we can ask one of our brilliant volunteers to help you. Give us a ring on 01732 760209 or find details of your local group by putting your postcode on this page of our website:

garylevans

Hi Newborn.
There are several retrofit electric/electronic handbrakes available for most cars. These are super easy to operate and really take the strain off the hands.
These links are a starting point for you.

handbrake aid

Adaptation Station