When you think about some of the best inventions ever created by humanity, you might tend to think only about the 'big' inventions, such as the wheel, the printing press, electricity, and computers, just to name a few that dramatically changed our human experience. But some of the most ingenious inventions are often taken for granted, as if we had been using these products for all of human history. Daily Living Aids frequently fall into this category. Products, devices and equipment that are designed to help with a variety of activities in the daily lives of human beings are oftentimes ignored as inventive brilliance, but it is indeed these kinds of products that repeatedly, day in and day out, bring the most value to the individual human users.

A wonderful example of daily living aids that can enhance independence and safety for a wide variety of users is the innovative line of non-slip products designed by GRIP™ Solutions which is now offered by Rehabmart. This unique product line features a wide variety of non-slip devices that offer a secure, slip-free surface that is never sticky or tacky, unlike other similar products on the market. Durable and easy to clean, the GRIP™ products are more comfortable to use and last longer than other non-slip products which is why they are highly preferred by both therapists and consumers alike.

These tactile-friendly and latex-free non-slip products are heat stable to 240-degrees, and are abrasion-resistant, waterproof and lightweight, making them perfect for traveling requirements. You can take them with you to work, school, shopping, the gym or wherever you may need an extra hand to help you stay independent and accomplish your daily tasks and activities. The GRIP™ products are available in an assortment of configurations and sizes to assist with specific tasks, and the following are just a few popular examples:

  

The Safety Grip Rolls are rolls of friction material in smooth or textured versions that create traction, helping to prevent objects from sliding off or away. They can simply be custom cut with regular scissors to create personalized grip aids, such as wraps for jar openers, utensil handles, writing devices, and more. Several rolls can be used to create a non-slip floor surface or furniture mat, as well.

  


The Safety Grip Pads offer a textured friction surface to keep things in place, and are specifically designed for use on standard-sized cafeteria trays. They can also be utilized on any flat surface where extra traction is required, including the floor for added traction during patient transfers.

  

The Safety Grip Board can be used to transport a vast array of items, from electronics to plates of food. The pebbled non-slip surface keeps everything from sliding off during transit, making them invaluable for wheelchair users. Choose from either standard or long sizes to better suit the board to your own unique needs.

  


The U-Grip Universal Safety Grip can help users with a profusion of daily tasks, especially for users with grasping challenges. With the ability to be used anywhere to get a good grip on anything, this portable device can be folded or carried with the incorporated keyring loop for simple, lightweight transportability.

All of the GRIP™ Solutions products are easy to clean and disinfect, and the non-slip properties will last through thousands of cleanings, saving time and money. An ingenious, inventive product line that enhances independence and makes daily life easier for its users, these non-slip creations are perfect for the elderly, the disabled and for anyone with low muscle tone, limited movement or arthritis. They can also be taken advantage of by caregivers, teachers, and physical and occupational therapists for a myriad of applications.

Carol Koenigsknecht,
Medical Consumer Editor,
Content & Social Media Services
and
Hulet Smith, OT
Rehabmart Team Leader & CEO