Therapy Activity

Grooming Nails

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Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page

Population:

Adult

Discipline:

OT

Diagnosis:

ADLs/IADLsArthritisNervous System ConditionsOrthopaedicsSpinal Cord InjuryStroke

This resource offers different compensatory strategies and adaptive equipment for improving independence with grooming nails. This printable therapy activity is for occupational therapists working with adult patients, covering ADLs/IADLs, Arthritis, Nervous System Conditions and Orthopaedics. Print Resource, US Letter, 1 page. Members can view and print it.

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

  • How do I modify nail care tasks for low vision or one handed use?
  • What adaptive equipment can help with nail clipping after stroke or spinal cord injury?
  • How can I improve independence with nail grooming in patients with limited hand function?

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