Blue Jay 32 Inch Extra Long Shoehorn and Shoe Gripper 2-in-1

Blue Jay 32" Extra Long Shoehorn & Shoe Gripper – 2-in-1 | Dressing Aid | No Bending Required | BJ100160

Put on shoes without bending, stretching, or losing your balance. This 2-in-1 tool combines an extra-long 32" shoehorn with a built-in shoe gripper — the gripper holds the shoe in position while the shoehorn guides your foot in effortlessly, all while standing upright. No assistance needed. The smooth plastic shoehorn glides the foot in without damaging shoe backs, and the tool also doubles as a reaching aid for grabbing lightweight objects. Lightweight, durable plastic construction. Ready to use out of the package.

Key Features

• 32" extra-long reach — no bending or stretching required
• 2-in-1 design — shoehorn and shoe gripper in one tool
• Shoe gripper — holds footwear in position while you slip your foot in
• Smooth plastic shoehorn — glides foot in without damaging shoe backs
• Doubles as a reaching aid — grab lightweight objects without bending
• Prevents falls — eliminates the need to bend or balance on one foot
• Lightweight and durable plastic construction

Specifications

• Brand: Blue Jay
• SKU / Model: BJ100160
• UPC: 753940960070
• Length: 32" (81 cm)
• Material: Durable plastic
• Compatible Footwear: Dress shoes, sneakers, loafers, and most standard footwear

Ideal For

• Post-surgery recovery — hip, knee, and back procedures with bending restrictions
• Seniors and individuals with limited flexibility or balance
• Arthritis, sciatica, and chronic back pain
• Pregnancy and anyone who cannot bend comfortably
• Anyone who needs to put on shoes safely while standing without assistance

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the shoe gripper work alongside the shoehorn?
The shoe gripper is a hook or clip at the end of the tool that catches onto the back of the shoe — holding it steady on the floor or in position while you use the shoehorn to guide your foot in. Without a gripper, shoes tend to slide away or tip over as you try to insert your foot, forcing you to bend down to reposition them. The gripper eliminates this problem by anchoring the shoe in place, allowing you to slip your foot in smoothly with one hand on the tool and no bending required.

What is the difference between this 32" shoehorn and the 24" dressing aid stick?
Both are Blue Jay dressing aids, but they serve different primary purposes. This 32" tool is specifically designed for putting on shoes — the shoe gripper and shoehorn combination makes it the more effective choice for footwear. The 24" dressing aid stick (BJ100140) is designed primarily for pulling on and adjusting clothing — shirts, pants, socks, and undergarments — with a smooth S-hook, and also includes a shoehorn. If your main challenge is shoes, this 32" tool is the better choice. If you need help with both clothing and shoes, the 24" dressing stick covers both. Many users keep both tools for different tasks.

Is this recommended after hip replacement surgery?
Yes. A long-handled shoehorn is one of the standard adaptive equipment items recommended by occupational therapists for patients recovering from hip replacement surgery. Hip precautions typically restrict bending past 90 degrees — which is required to put on shoes normally. The 32" length allows patients to put on shoes while seated or standing without bending forward past the hip precaution limit. Your occupational therapist will demonstrate the correct seated technique for using a long shoehorn as part of your post-operative rehabilitation program.

What types of shoes work best with this tool?
This shoehorn and gripper works best with slip-on shoes, loafers, sneakers, and dress shoes with a standard heel counter — the shoehorn guides the heel in smoothly without collapsing the back of the shoe. It is less effective with very stiff or narrow heel openings, high-top shoes, or boots where the opening is too small for the shoehorn to fit comfortably. Shoes with elastic laces or no-tie lace systems are ideal companions for this tool, as they eliminate the need to bend down to tie laces after the shoe is on.