Adapted scissors and cutting aids allow children and adults with disabilities to safely and independently cut a variety of materials. Some scissors are specifically meant to assist with fine motor skills and/or hand mobility as well as pain and fatigue from arthritis and similar conditions.

What kinds of scissors are there?

• Easi-Grip Loop Scissors: for those with weak grip or arthritis, can be closed with a gentle squeeze
• Table Top Scissors: make cutting easier for those with a limited grip and hand control, operated by pressing the large handle and automatically re-opens
• Dual Control Training Scissors: provide assistance for children with weakness, tremors or other issues who cannot operate scissors independently.
• Self-Opening Scissors: scissors with a small built in spring which opens automatically when hand pressure is released
• Easy Action Bent Scissors: for those with arthritis or limited hand strength, spring gently opens blades after each cut to reduce hand strain
• Pillow Grips Scissors: full finger area is coated with spongy cushion to reduce strain and fatigue
• Electric Scissors: cuts a variety of materials
• Battery Operated Switch Adapted Scissors: activate a switch to cut through paper
• Safety Scissors: cuts paper, but won’t cut skin, hair or clothes