Daily Living - PIP - 0 points for Dressing & Undressing.

Hi I had a review of my current PIP entitlement in August 2025. This was an unplanned telephone review & not a full assessment. Following a substantial delay due to PIP not generating my decision letter, (I had chased up but was ,told to wait longer) I eventually asked for a mandatory reconsideration in January 2026 when I found out verbally by a supervisor(on my intervention) that my points for daily living were 6 (toilet needs, washing/bathing & preparing food). I was fortunately able to keep my enhanced mobility. I had explained in the review that I had been using a shoe aid for some time, due to severe ankle problems. (Pain, swelling, osteoarthritis in ankle) This was aiding me in the dressing process. I explained this further in the request for reconsideration. They already had an abundance of medical evidence from previous submission, so I could not really provide anything else, as I have been discharged from hospital consultation care due to irreparable, untreatable condition. They have upheld their decision (12th March 2026) for 0 points for this descriptor as they say 'whilst we acknowledge that your condition causes you some restrictions we agree with the total points awarded'. I am wondering if anyone can throw any light on this for me. ? I'm not sure if it is worth appealing, as I have not proven that I have trouble bending or problems with my hands. I imagine many people use a shoe-horn to overcome these other disabilities. I did explain that I need to sit down to dress & I know this does not carry points, but without the shoe aid I cannot get my foot into my boot. (I can only wear ankle boots due to severe damage). I am also wondering if they are penalising me as I am a carer for disabled husband.? Although I do not imagine that the 8 points I am trying to achieve could jeopardize the caring entitlement, as without myself having such aids then I am in no fit state to care, or to start my day effectively. I am also worried that if I appeal, then I may lose my mobility component. Any advise would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.