Handout

Adaptive Cleaning Tools

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Population:

Adult

Discipline:

Diagnosis:

ADLs/IADLsArthritisBalance/Vestibular/FallsBrain InjuryChronic PainHome ModificationsNervous System ConditionsOrthopaedicsProgressive Neurological ConditionsSpinal Cord InjuryStroke

Help patients identify cleaning tools and strategies that can reduce physical effort, conserve energy, and make household tasks more manageable. This handout is designed for individuals with fatigue, pain, limited mobility, balance challenges, or reduced strength who want to maintain participation in home cleaning activities. This printable handout is for occupational therapists working with adult patients, covering ADLs/IADLs, Arthritis, Balance/Vestibular/Falls and Brain Injury. Print Resource, US LETTER, 1 PAGE. Members can view and print it.

Use this resource when a patient, family, or colleague asks:

How can I reduce bending reaching and scrubbing during home cleaning tasks?
How can I modify household cleaning tasks for a person with fatigue after stroke?
What cleaning tools can help someone with arthritis keep up with household chores?

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