Daily Tasks After Surgery: Recording Changes Without Self-Testing

orthopedic surgery recovery

Written from a family caregiver perspective. The operator cares for an older mother with rheumatic, spinal and knee problems and is not a medical professional. This article offers general information, not individual clinical clearance. READER WORKSHEET · Use your own information Daily function observation log Record ordinary tasks already permitted by your care team. Confirm … Read more

Shopping Carts Are Not Walkers: Planning Support for Groceries

Shopping Cart as a Walker

A shopping cart is not a prescribed walking aid. If you need support for walking or balance, do not use a cart test to decide whether you can replace your walker with it. Written from a family caregiver perspective. The operator cares for an older mother with rheumatic, spinal and knee problems and is not … Read more

Turning With a Walker: Questions for Individual Training

Turning With a Walker

Turning with a walker should follow the method taught for your exact device, restrictions and assistance needs. A general small-step sequence cannot establish that a turn is suitable for everyone. Written from a family caregiver perspective. The operator cares for an older mother with rheumatic, spinal and knee problems and is not a medical professional. … Read more