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Know you need to install a grab bar? Don’t know where to start? Worry no more, in this post, I will describe how to you can install an inexpensive grab bar in your bathroom easily with a few simple tools and techniques. Grab bars are essential to providing a safe bathroom environment. A securely applied …
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In this post, we’re going to detail how to install a handheld bidet (in our case, the Purrfect Zone Bidet Sprayer). Handheld bidets are a nice alternative to toilet-mounted bidets if you require more control for your toilet hygiene. The process of how to install a handheld bidet is simple and a handheld bidet is …
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In this post, I’m going to show you how to install a handheld shower head. Having a handheld shower head is completely essential if you need sit at any point in your shower. For example, if you need to use a tub bench or shower chair. Plus, handheld shower heads are useful for washing your …
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There are a wide variety of raised toilet seats and the clamp-on raised toilet seat is one of the more popular. Clamp-on style raised toilet seats are a popular way to install a raised toilet seat without the need for tools. Most clamp-on raised toilet seats will provide 4.5 inch/12 centimeter of rise, removable arm …
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A simple bidet (like the Luxe Neo 120) can make a world of difference for improving thoroughness and accessibility of toilet hygiene. However, I recently received a request online on how to install a bidet with a raised toilet seat, a topic I have not addressed before. This was a great question. So, I wanted …
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Ever find yourself needing a little extra help putting on compressions socks? Don’t have a tool around to help? No worries! I’ll show you a FREE way to put on a compression sock without tools using only a grocery bag. Compression socks are important for management of many common conditions. So, if you are in …
Working in the kitchen with any condition that limits hand strength, coordination or dexterity can be a frustrating experience, especially for those suffering from debilitating conditions like arthritis. I have worked with so many people that have given up on their cooking or baking activities because they cannot comfortably complete them anymore. Fortunately, there are …
Recovering from back or hip surgery is difficult. The recovery can make even basic activities of daily living arduous tasks. One of these overlooked activities is… How do you put on pants after back or hip surgery? It can be a struggle to put on pants after surgery while trying to maintain your back and …
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If you have never had to install a grab bar in a bathroom, the process of deciding where to place one can be intimidating. You decided you need a shower grab bar, or a toilet grab bar or a bathroom grab bar. Maybe to help with stabilization during visits to the bathroom. But where do …
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Don’t feel safe getting in and out of a car? Have you or your loved one given up on beloved activities because of an insecurity with getting in and out of a car? As an OT in the community, I worked with many individuals who found themselves in this same situation. My first recommendation to …