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“Sharing Adaptive Tricks & Tips"
Bitsy and Terry AndersonJanet McGlynn
John and Bonnie McClun
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How to pick a physician
• Ask other Myositis patients
• Johns Hopkins Myositis Center (https://www.hopkinsmyositis.org/myositis/)
• Join one of the Facebook groups
• Join a support group
• TMA has a medical Advisory Board (myositis.org)
• Mayo Clinic 480-515-6269 (Jackson, FL, Scottsdale, Arizona, Rochester, MN)
• TMA web site has a list of Medical Facilities
• American College Rheumatology
• American Academy of Neurology
• Muscular Dystrophy
• National Institute of Health 301-402-9612
• George Washington Hospital 202-715-40002
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Adaptive Devices - Hands
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Bendable utensils -https://www.healthproductsforyou.c
om/p-sure-grip-bendable-utensils OBI robotic arm -https://meetobi.com Self leveling spoon and fork
- https://www.liftware.com
Handles for your cup Grabber Hook
Electric salt & peppers
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Adaptive Devices - Legs
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Half-Step•Used for stairs•Cuts steps in half•Balance
Rollator/Walker• Balance
• Prevent Falls
Get ‘em before you need ‘em!
Canes• Balance
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Adaptations for the Shower
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Step-In shower(with grab bars)
Shower Stool
https://www.hannaford.com/product/Etos-Bamboo-And-Loofah-Soap-Pouch/959839.uts#
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Adaptive Devices for the Toilet
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Lift toilet seat and Bidet
Toilet Riser• Portable• Available at most medical supply stores, Wal-Mart, etc.
Rear Assistive device :) (holds
the paper) https://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/store/product/self-assist-toilet-aid/1062395205?skuId=62395205&mrkgcl=609&mrkgadid=3279068097&utm_source=bingpla&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=ProductType2%3Dhealth%2520%26%2520wellnessProductType3%3Dhome%2520health%2520%26%2520mobility&mcid=PS_bingpla_nonbrand_beautywellness_&msclkid=e8b0ad83632b1d1947a3f6034c0a37ba&creative=78065381874980&device=c&matchtype=e
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Adaptations for the feet
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No-Tie Shoe Laces
Fit Kicks(for women and men)
Sock Aid
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Adaptive Modifications -Home
Chair Lift
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Cabinet Handles
Smaller Steps
Combination lock (for first
responders)
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Automate your Patio DoorAuto slide (AutoslideofAmerica.com)
Adaptive Modifications - Home
Stair Lift
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Adaptive Devices – Misc.
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Travel Scoothttps://www.travelscoot.com/
Seated Whole-Body Peddler
(Hammacher Schlemmer)
Extended Reach Grabber
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Adaptive Devises cont.
• Gripper on all levels for when I drop things.• Walker on all levels• Slacks with elastic waistbands• Keep shirts buttoned• Light plastic bowls• Electric can opener• Basket on the seat of the walker• Narrow drinking glasses• Leather seats in the car• Great Call Mobil Medical Alert with Fall detection 800-
650-5921
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Ballroom Dancing
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Square Dancing
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Line Dancing
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Tai Chi
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Water Aerobics
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Pickleball and Ping-Pong
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Piano
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Hand Therapy
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Grip and Pinch Digiflex 2 2 1 2 2 1 2 2 2 1 1 1 2 21 150.0% 2
Therapy Putty Exercises
1 1 1 1 1 2 1 8 57.1% 30
Piano 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 12 85.7% 20
Speech 3 2 2 3 1 2 1 3 1 3 2 2 1 3 29 207.1% 10
Clam Shell 1 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 10 71.4% 6
Leg Raises 1 1 1 1 1 5 35.7% 6
Stetch Bands 1 1 1 1 4 28.6% 2
Step Ups 1 1 1 1 1 5 35.7% 3
Tai Chi 1 1 2 14.3% 50
Dancing 1 1 1 1 4 28.6% 50
Swimming 1 1 1 1 1 5 35.7% 20
Aerobic Walking 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 10 71.4% 20
Line Dance Class 1 1 2 14.3% 50
Total Items for Day 11 10 7 13 5 7 7 10 9 9 9 7 5 8 117 8.36
Number of days 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 days
Total Exericise Minutes 133 154 119 188 57 105 109 90 147 132176 72 89 106 1571.0 112.21 min/day
Total Exercise Hours per Day 2.2 2.6 2.0 3.1 1.0 1.8 1.8 1.5 2.5 2.2 2.9 1.2 1.5 1.8 28.0 2.00 hours/day
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Food For Thought
• Our happiness is not set in stone
• Our Genes influence 50%
• Circumstances like income, environment 10%
• Our daily activities and the conscious
choices we make account for 40%.
• Therefore our thoughts and actions make a difference.
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