Nearest Slade Pharmacy and opening hoursRECOVERY
AND MOBILITY
Recovering from surgery can be a painful and frustrating experience as you struggle to accomplish tasks that were once a simple part of life. There are a number of recovery and mobility appliances that can help you with daily activities such as reaching, twisting, bending, stretching, lifting, turning and washing, including:
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Reachers and grabbers help pick things up without needing to twist or bend awkwardly |
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Vehicle support handles help you enter and exit cars more conveniently and safely |
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Swivel cushions help prevent hip and back strain during weight transfer |
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Sock aids help you put on your socks, including compression stockings, when bending is difficult |
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Shoe horns enable you to take shoes on and off without bending and stretching |
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Knee walkers are a safe alternative to crutches, especially when recovering from foot or ankle surgery |
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Hand rails on your bed provide support to help you lift yourself in and out of bed |
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Grab bars around the house provide additional support when moving around the home. They are useful in the bathroom, the bedroom or in the living room beside your couch or favourite chair |
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Quad canes provide extra stability and the confidence to go for a short walk |
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Bath / Shower bend chairs help you get in / out of the bath and sit under the shower |
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Toilet seat raisers elevate the toilet to make it easier for you to lift yourself up |
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A toilet wipe aid assists when reaching is difficult |
Speak to a Slade Pharmacy team member about how to improve your recovery and mobility.
