Bathroom Medical Equipment – EquipMeOT

How to Use Toilet When Non-Weight Bearing with Crutches or Walker

Lindsay — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 18:06:15 +0000

Living with a non-weight bearing precaution can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to daily tasks like toileting. I know! I’ve broken my ankle twice now. 🙁 The limitations and challenges can test your patience and independence, but with the right techniques and adaptive equipment, navigating this situation doesn’t have to be so daunting. I …

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Choosing the Right Toilet Aid for Wiping

Lindsay — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 17:12:03 +0000

Let’s face it: some of the most important conversations in life are the ones we rarely have. Talking about toilet aids for wiping might not be the go-to topic at dinner parties, but for millions of people, it’s a daily concern that deserves attention. Whether it’s due to limited mobility, injury, or simply the desire …

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How to Use a Knee Scooter in the Bathroom

Lindsay — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 14:08:07 +0000

Using a knee scooter in the bathroom is one of the trickier aspects of recovering from a lower leg injury. A knee scooter can be a lifesaver for people healing from foot or ankle injuries, but it can pose some challenges, especially in tight spaces like bathrooms. But don’t worry, I’m going to walk you …

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How to Use the Toilet After Back Surgery or Injury Recovery

Lindsay — Fri, 02 Feb 2024 03:11:32 +0000

Is there anything more nerve-wracking than trying to figure out how to use a toilet after back surgery? The journey to recovery from back or spinal surgery is often marked by a multitude of challenges and adjustments, requiring patience, resilience, and courage. Yet, amidst the flurry of hospital visits, pain management techniques, and therapy sessions, …

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2022 Gift Guide

Lindsay — Tue, 13 Dec 2022 14:50:39 +0000

It’s that time of year again! Time for the 2022 EquipMeOT gift guide! This curated list includes a variety of ideas to improve comfort, independence, and safety for you and your loved ones this holiday season! Gifts Shoulder Heating Pad Ice/Heat Slippers Multi-positional Wedge Weighted Sleeping Mask Shower Seat Cushion Pill Organizer Electric Drink Dispenser …

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A Guide to Selecting the Best Toilet Seat Riser

Lindsay — Sat, 26 Nov 2022 17:42:18 +0000

Toilet seat risers make your bathroom safer if you or someone in your household needs assistance with toileting activities. Overwhelmed by the options? Intimated by installation? Unsure of what is best for your situation? Don’t worry! In this guide, I’ll discuss raised toilet seats and how you can pick the right setup. First, I’ll go …

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2021 Gift Guide

Lindsay — Sun, 05 Dec 2021 20:07:47 +0000

Welcome to the 2021 EquipMeOT gift guide! This curated list includes a variety of ideas to improve comfort, independence, and safety for you and your loved ones this holiday season! Enough talk…let’s get straight to the recommendations. Gifts Electric Toothbrushes Phone Lanyards Neck Pillow Stick-on Ice Pack Multi-positional Wedge Add-on Traction Cleats Gel Seat Cushion …

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How to Install a Grab Bar in a Tile Shower

Lindsay — Thu, 15 Apr 2021 03:21:17 +0000

Do you want to put a grab bar in your shower, but your shower is a tile shower? Not sure how to do it? I rave about grab bars all the time. They are one of the simplest and best ways for patients to have safety in their home or communities. Showers are a common …

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How to Use a Toilet After Hip Replacement

Lindsay — Wed, 07 Apr 2021 11:55:53 +0000

Are you or a loved one faced with a hip replacement? Wondering how to use a toilet after hip replacement surgery? This post will detail how to use a toilet after a hip replacement surgery. Specifically, we will cover the equipment needed, transfer technique, and hygiene considerations. A toilet “transfer”, as it is commonly known …

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The Complete Guide to Shower Seating (2021)

Lindsay — Sun, 28 Mar 2021 13:23:11 +0000

The freedom to bathe without fear, pain, or exhaustion is one of my highest priorities for every client I work with. In fact, as an Occupational Therapist, helping someone with complex challenges of bathing for the first time following a traumatic event or surgery is one of the fulfilling activities that I could accomplish. One …

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