Grooming, Bathing and Using the Restroom

Grooming, bathing and using the restroom with arthritis can all pose a challenges, but there are numerous aids that can help. One of the major keys in controlling arthritis is limiting the amount of joint movements that lead to tenderness. You can incorporate the following devices in your daily regimen to safely, effectively and inexpensively limit joint pain.

Devices for the upper body

If you suffer from severe arthritis in the upper body there are several devices you can purchase to limit your pain. First, you can buy a chair for the shower which helps to limit standing in the shower or constant bending in a bath. Additionally, you can purchase an arm and back scrubber which extend your reach and allow you to access hard to reach places on your body with limited movement. A back support on the toilet can limit resistance when using the restroom.

Devices for the lower body

The lower body is very important in controlling arthritis when bathing, grooming and using the restroom. Toe and foot scrubbers are a necessity when bathing to limit your joint movements. Use steps to more easily get in and out of the shower or bath. Additionally, if you are in a wheelchair, keep the materials you use while grooming all in one place to limit the need to move or reach.

Arthritis is difficult to deal with in the bathroom, particularly because of all of the movements required. If you are able to limit these movements, your overall pain will decrease significantly. Try out these techniques to see which work best and limit pain the most in your quest for relief from arthritis pain.