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first: A wide-brimmed sun hat and gardening gloves are essential. Bionic gardening gloves are available. Designed by a hand surgeon, they feature anatomic relief pads that reduce vibration from mechanical tools and protect against calluses, blisters and hand fatigue. Kneeling pads provide comfort, and for folks who like to get down and crawl around, knee pads provide a lot more mobility. They strap on, are filled with gel, and cost about $30-$40.
The Home Depot has a trio of excellent products. The Garden Brand Garden Rocker bends in all directions and reduces strain on the knees and lower back; it costs $34. For another $15, add the optional cushion that has plenty of pockets for tools. The Garden Brand Comfort Kneeler, $39, also reduces strain on backs and knees.
Fiskar makes a large variety of hand tools that are lightweight and ergonomically designed to minimize stress on hands and wrists.
Not Stooped, Gardenscape, and Life With Ease, all accessible online, offer an array of products for gardeners in need of a little assistance. Ergonomic add-on handles are available to make most tools easier to manipulate.
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