• Long reach shoe horn in black on a cream background
  • Long reach shoe horn in black, with the 46cm length and 4.5cm scoop width marked
  • Close-up of the broad rounded scoop on the long reach shoe horn
  • Long reach shoe horn hanging on a hook by a front door
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The Long Reach Shoe Horn - Put Your Shoes On Sitting Down

The Long Reach Shoe Horn - Put Your Shoes On Sitting Down

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Description

Most shoe horns are about 15cm long, which means you still have to bend down to the floor. This one is 46cm.

Putting your shoes on is one of those small daily jobs that gets harder without you really noticing. A sore back, stiff hips, a knee that's slow to bend, or movement restrictions after surgery: the reason changes, the problem doesn't.

With 46cm of handle you can stay seated. Sit in a chair or on the edge of the bed, slide the scoop in behind your heel, and let your foot follow it down. The scoop is 4.5cm across, wide enough to cover the back of the shoe and stay put.

One moulded piece, no hinge or spring. About 75 grams. A loop in the handle so it hangs by the door instead of getting lost in a drawer.

If you've been given instructions about bending after surgery, check with your physio first.

Sit down. Slide it in. Done.

Who is This For?

This may suit you if:

  • Bending down to put your shoes on is uncomfortable or slow
  • Reaching your feet from a chair takes more effort than it used to
  • You would rather put proper shoes on than move about the house in socks
  • You are setting up a home so that the simple daily jobs stay simple

What it is good for:

  • Putting shoes on from a hall chair or bench rather than down on the floor
  • Slipping into shoes from an armchair or the edge of the bed
  • Managing firmer shoes, boots and slip-ons that crush at the heel
  • Keeping a shoe horn where the shoes actually are, on a hook in the hall
  • Packing for the pool, the gym or a trip, where a bench is the only place to sit

Materials & Measurements

  • Material: Moulded plastic, smooth gloss finish
  • Length: 46cm overall
  • Scoop: 4.5cm across at its widest point
  • Weight: About 75g
  • Hanging loop: Closed loop moulded into the top of the handle
  • Colour: Black
  • Care: Wipe clean with a damp cloth

Important Safety Information

This is a dressing aid, not a medical device, and nothing on this page is professional health advice or a substitute for a consultation. If you have been given specific instructions about how far you may bend, for example after hip surgery, check with your physiotherapist, occupational therapist or surgeon before you rely on this or any other aid. At 46cm it shortens the reach considerably, but depending on your height and your chair it may not remove the need to lean forward altogether.

Use it seated wherever you can. Standing on one leg to put a shoe on can put your balance at risk, and a shoe horn does not change that. Sit down, take your time, and keep your other foot on the floor.

The shaft is moulded plastic. Do not lean on it, put your weight through it, use it as a walking stick, or use it to reach or hook objects. Keep it clear of walkways when you are not using it. If it cracks or splits, stop using it.

Shipping & Returns

Most orders are processed within 2–5 business days and arrive within 8–15 business days after dispatch. During peak periods delivery may take a little longer.

Shipping rates:

  • Free shipping on orders over $100
  • $15 flat rate on orders under $100

We want you to be happy with your purchase. If something isn't right, return it within 30 days of delivery - no fuss.

How to return:

  • Email support@almoststrong.com.au to start
  • If the item is faulty or damaged, we'll send a replacement at no cost, just let us know
  • For change of mind returns, item must be unused and in original packaging
  • Refund or replacement processed once we've heard from you

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The Long Reach Shoe Horn - Put Your Shoes On Sitting Down

Why we like this

Most of what we sell has a clear job. This one has the clearest of all, and it's the sort of thing people don't buy for themselves until somebody suggests it.

We wanted one piece, not two. A moulded shaft with nothing to hinge and nothing to tighten, a scoop wide enough to cover the back of a shoe, and a loop on the handle, because a shoe horn in a drawer doesn't get used. That's the whole specification, and this meets it.
Patrick Sikombe, Physiotherapist and Founder of Almost Strong
Patrick · Founder

The physio behind the store

I built this store because I was already recommending this equipment in sessions every day. As a mobile physio working in people's homes, I know what actually fits a real living room, a real bedroom, a real kitchen and what older adults will actually use.

Everything here has been in my kit bag, used with real clients, and chosen because it works in the home environment, not just in a clinic.

DPT, BSc — APA Member · AHPRA Registered Physiotherapist

Physio pro tip

Sitting down is most of the technique:

  • Sit first — standing on one leg to put a shoe on is where balance gets tested, and a shoe horn doesn't change that
  • Scoop in before your foot — set it flat against the back of the shoe, then slide your heel down the ramp
  • Angle the handle out to the side — you get a cleaner line into the shoe and you're not fighting your own knee

Hang it where the shoes live. The best piece of equipment is the one you actually use.

Key features & benefits

46cm of reach
Three times a standard shoe horn
Hangs by the door
A moulded loop, not a drawer
Made for firmer shoes
Boots and slip-ons that crush at the heel
One moulded piece
No hinge, no spring, no join
Light to carry
75g, easy to keep a spare

What makes us different

Everything on this store is something we actually use. It's in our kit bag — we bring it into real sessions with real clients, week after week. If it's here, it's because we've tried it, trusted it, and watched it make a genuine difference.

We're not trying to sell you everything. The range is curated for older adults building strength and independence at home, and simplicity is the whole point. You don't need a home gym. You don't need to be an expert.

As a mobile physio practice, we can only reach so many people in person. This store is how we share what works with everyone else.

Why it matters

Movement keeps you going

57%
of Australians aged 65+ didn't meet physical activity guidelines
AIHW analysis of ABS NHS, 2022
65+
As we get older, staying active keeps you independent and able to do everyday activities
NSW Health, Physical activity guidelines for older adults
30min
of moderate to vigorous activity on most days is what Australian guidelines recommend for 65+
Australian movement guidelines for older adults, 2026

The evidence is clear: it is never too late to start. A few minutes of movement most days adds up to something real over time. You don't need a gym, a trainer, or a complicated programme. You need simple equipment that works at home and a reason to pick it up.

The evidence

Three things regular movement may help maintain

  • Muscle Strength
    We naturally lose muscle mass as we age. Resistance exercise is one of the most effective tools for slowing that process — at any age.
  • Balance & Stability
    Balance responds well to regular practice. Simple exercises done consistently can make a meaningful difference to how steady you feel day to day.
  • Independence at Home
    People over 65 benefit more from adequate fitness than any other age group — to maintain independence, recover from illness, and reduce disease risk.

Source: NSW Health, Physical activity guidelines for older adults

The Long Reach Shoe Horn - Put Your Shoes On Sitting Down
The Long Reach Shoe Horn - Put Your Shoes On Sitting Down $49.00

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