Real Review: “Bought these for my son who has ADHD, ODD, dyslexia, and SPD. Before these weights we could barely read his writing, but now what a difference! To me it looks like they help him concentrate more on what he’s writing and he seems to take his time which means less mistakes.”

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We love Dr. Grip pens so much that we included two different versions on our list of recommendations. Nothing beats their ergonomic design, easy grip, and perfect weight distribution. and the Dr. Grip Center of Gravity Pen by Pilot is no exception. Real Review: “I bought these to help a couple of my kindergarten students to remember spaces between their words. It is very helpful to them for that as well as keeping them on the lines! I love them and would get them again!”It also can be helpful to choose a writing tool that has a modified grip that makes it easier to use, especially if you don’t have full functionality of your hand and joints, says Nilanjana Bose, MD, a rheumatologist with Memorial Hermann. This will allow you to perform the functions you want to. If you are looking for a weighted pen that can be used in just about any position—and has a bit of history attached to it—look no further than the Fisher Space Pen. When NASA put the first man on the moon, the astronauts used the Fisher Space Pen during their flight because it could be used at zero gravity. And while you may not need a pen that can write at zero gravity, upside down, or even underwater, you will appreciate that this pen can be used at any angle and on any surface—an important consideration if you frequently adjust the angle of your wrist or hand to find comfort when writing. Why We Love It: This unique design is different from other grips on the market. Since the leads are replaceable, these pencils should last a very long time.

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Original pencil grips (such as the triangular grip, foam grip, gel ridge grip, stetro grip) provide a guide for finger placement on the pencil. They help to reduce some pressure and may be of assistance to those who hold the pencil too close to the nib or too far away. When a child has established the "wrong" pencil grasp for a long time then using these grips will not be helpful. These grips can be helpful with preschool age children who are just learning about finger placement on the pencil. Why We Like It: Spacing words properly is another key part of improving handwriting. A “spaceman” helps kids measure the proper amount of distance between each word. You get 30 in a set, so you should have enough for every student. Also, breaking up your activities into smaller chunks can prevent inflammatory conditions from causing pain flares. But if you cannot take a break from the writing activity, try using a writing utensil that keeps your hand from making a tight fist or keeps your fingers in a position that reduces stress such as the Penagain Ergosof Ballpoint Pen or the Pencil Grip Heavyweight Ballpoint Pen. Real Review: “I’ve fought my daughter to write correctly since kindergarten. She’s now in 7th grade and is willing to try because of these.” Slide the wider end of the grip on first. Righties and Lefties simply place their thumb on the “R” or the “L” printed on the grip. Fingers will naturally fall into place with the middle finger on the underside of the grip. The images on the left show proper positioning.As an added bonus, this pen also can be used to improve strength and develop fine motor skills in kids. And, it is easily adaptable to both lefties and righties. That said, the pen’s longevity is not quite as lengthy as we might have hoped, especially if it is tossed in a bag or drawer until it is needed. Instead, try keeping this pen safe from banging around against other items to protect the integrity of its design and to lengthen its life. If this sounds like your situation, you may need an ergonomic writing tool that will allow your fingers to relax and will put less pressure on the nerves in your hand and wrist—for that reason we recommend the PenAgain Ergosof Ballpoint Pen. This ergonomically-designed writing tool takes advantage of the natural weight of your hand to generate the pressure needed to write. Moderately comfy, stays put, relatively easy to install but pain to remove, fits the Apple Pencil (2nd gen) perfectly In fact, if you swap between pens and pencils often or have a pen or paintbrush you really like, these grips may be exactly what you need, says Karen Jacobs, OT, MS, EdD, an occupational therapist and clinical professor at Boston University. Not only are these grippers inexpensive but they also allow you to keep using the tools you love—even if you’re finding that it is harder to hold them. Designed with a wide barrel that boasts an ergonomic, latex-free cushioned grip, this pen reduces writing stress. In fact, Meredith Warner, MD, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and founder of Well Theory indicates that she opts for this pen when she gets writer’s cramp and finds it extremely helpful.