Ergonomic apparatus which holds commercially available nail clippers in working position

Abstract

This invention enables a physically impaired individual to trim his or her fingernails or toenails with a commercial nail clipper without holding and squeezing the clipper. The device includes a base which holds a small and/or large commercial nail clipper in a removable, reversible sleeve, a hand/foot rest to aid in placing and holding nails between the clipper cutting blades and a lever to be pressed to apply force to the clipper actuating arm and accomplish nail trimming. The primary purpose of the device is to assist individuals in trimming their own fingernails or toenails, especially those who have lost the dexterity in one or both hands or experience pain when squeezing a nail clipper. The invention may also be hand-held by an individual who needs assistance holding and operating a nail clipper.

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