Need shirts for work but struggle with buttons
DylanEvans
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I'm starting my first proper job in January and I need to wear shirts. However, because I only have good use of one arm, shirt buttons are an absolute nightmare. I have cerebral palsy so as well as the fact that my right arm isn't much use, having to do too much with my left arm will set my right one off and it gets painful and exhausting quickly. I've found a smattering of solutions online but they're all expensive and information is scarce. I was was wondering if anyone here has similar issues and has a solution that they stand by?
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Try Marks&Spencer. They have the easy to fasten shirts. They are designed for children and young adults who have problems fastening buttons etc. I think they go up to a size 38inch chest They just look the same as a normal shirt. Think they have velcro on them but you obvious can't see it.
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The shirts have the labels taken out as well just in case they irritate people.
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I recommend this company https://www.completecareshop.co.uk/further-information/advice-and-guides/
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Hi @DylanEvans and congratulations on the job! Have any of these been helpful?
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I'm going to try sewing press studs into my shirts (or rather, my mum's going to do the sewing!).
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I hope this works for you @DylanEvans! I know I had a friend who had Velcro sewn onto her shirts but the buttons were reattached at the front so you couldn't tell.
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