Ever considered where the openings of your jeans should be placed, and why?
Adaptive jeans are a game-changer for wheelchair users—whether you’re a quadriplegic, paraplegic, or living with another mobility challenge. At Christina Stephens, we design every detail with real-life needs and dignity in mind. Here’s why our side and 3-point access jeans offer so much more than style.
2 Access Points (Side Openings) – Quadraplegic Benefits
Who Benefits Most?
- People who use catheter leg bags or colostomy bags and need discreet, easy access for emptying or adjustment.
- Individuals who self-catheterise and want straightforward access to the upper thigh—without having to undress.
- Carers assisting with dressing, especially for those lying down or with limited mobility. This is ideal for many quadriplegic customers.
Why Choose Side Access Only?
- Garment Shape: Without a front centre opening, jeans lay flatter across the lap—reducing bulk and providing a sleeker, more comfortable seated fit.
- Dignity & Privacy: No need to fully undress for medical care or toileting.
- Carer Support: Side access makes it easier for carers to dress someone lying down or with no mobility.
- Reduced Risk: Side access reduces strain, pressure, and the risk of skin breakdown during dressing.
3 Access Points (2 Sides + Front Centre) – Paraplegic Benefits
Who Benefits Most?
- Male users who require front access for urinals, self-catheterisation, or quick toileting—such as paraplegics or others with lower-level injuries.
- Those who can dress independently and want the flexibility to use a centre opening, leaving sides closed for ease.
- Carers who may need to assist with both side and front access for medical devices, dressing, or hygiene.
Why Choose 3 Access Points?
- Ultimate Flexibility: Choose the access point that suits the moment—side for catheters/bags, front for urinals or other needs.
- Easier Carer Assistance: Multiple openings mean carers can adapt dressing methods to the customer’s unique needs.
- All-Day Comfort: No need to twist, lift, or shift awkwardly to reach medical devices or manage toileting.
Real-World Examples: Stephens & Annie Seated Jeans
- Stephens Seated Jeans: Available in both 2 and 3 access point designs, with seamless backs, longer legs, and soft, adaptive denim. Ideal for men who use leg bags, require carer support, or want the option of front access.
- Annie Seated Jeans: Designed for women, with both 2 and 3 access point options for discreet, easy self-catheterisation or carer assistance—all in a stylish, comfortable, all-day seated fit.
Side and front-opening jeans empower wheelchair users and their carers with choice, dignity, and independence—making daily dressing, medical care, and personal comfort easier than ever.