Built-Up Soft Handle Knife, Serrated, Stainless Steel, Foam Grip

This built-up soft handle knife features a serrated stainless steel blade and a soft foam handle that provides an easy, comfortable grasp for individuals with arthritis, limited hand strength, or reduced grip function. The foam handle is removable as grasp improves, allowing the utensil to adapt to the user's progress. The plastic inner handle measures approximately 5/8-inch in diameter, and the overall handle diameter with foam is approximately 1.5 inches.

Key Features

• Serrated stainless steel blade for effective cutting
• Soft foam built-up handle for easy grasp with reduced hand strength or arthritis
• Removable foam handle — can be removed as grip strength improves
• Plastic inner handle approximately 5/8" diameter
• Overall handle diameter approximately 1.5" with foam

Specifications

• SKU: 10632B
• Brand: Complete Medical
• Utensil Type: Knife with serrated edge
• Blade Material: Stainless steel
• Handle: Soft foam built-up, removable
• Inner Handle Diameter: Approximately 5/8"
• Overall Handle Diameter: Approximately 1.5"
• Country of Origin: China

Ideal For

Individuals with arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or joint pain in the hands will find the enlarged foam handle significantly reduces the grip force required to hold and use a knife during meals, making independent eating more comfortable and manageable. Occupational therapy patients recovering from stroke, hand surgery, or neurological conditions that affect grip strength and fine motor control benefit from the built-up handle that compensates for reduced hand function during the rehabilitation process. The removable foam handle makes this knife a practical long-term adaptive utensil — as grip strength improves, the foam can be removed to transition back to a standard-diameter handle without replacing the utensil. Seniors and individuals with progressive conditions such as Parkinson's disease or multiple sclerosis who need adaptive dining equipment for continued independent eating will find this knife a durable, functional everyday tool.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the foam handle be removed?
Yes. The foam handle is removable, allowing the utensil to be used with the standard plastic inner handle as grip strength improves over time.

What is the handle diameter?
The plastic inner handle is approximately 5/8" in diameter. With the foam built-up handle attached, the overall diameter is approximately 1.5", which is the standard built-up size recommended for individuals with limited grip strength.

Is the blade dishwasher safe?
The blade is stainless steel. Check the product packaging or contact the manufacturer to confirm dishwasher compatibility for the full utensil including the foam handle.

Is this knife suitable for one-handed use?
The built-up handle is designed to improve grip and reduce the effort required to hold the knife, which can assist individuals with one-handed or limited bilateral hand function. For specific adaptive dining recommendations, consult an occupational therapist.