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Water bottle with a straw for those with Charcot Marie Tooth Disorder.

Ice Ice Baby! The Best Water Bottle

Disability Life Hacks & TipsBy LainieJune 14, 2018Leave a comment

This is a less expensive version of a best selling insulated water bottle that uses the same technology to keep beverages icy cold the whole day; Literally. This one comes with 4 different style lids including one with an attached straw.

A tool for zipping, pulling & buttoning when you have a disability or neuromuscular disorder.

THE POCKET DRESSER

Disability Life Hacks & TipsBy LainieJune 14, 2018Leave a comment

Going shopping? Throw this in your purse & you’ll have all the dressing tools you need for trying on & removing clothing and shoes. It’s also great to take with you when traveling.

Disability hack for blowdrying your hair when you have a chronic condition or disability

Blow Dry Your Hair Without Breaking A Sweat

Beauty & Self-Confidence, Disability Life Hacks & TipsBy LainieJune 14, 2018Leave a comment

This amazingly simple device can be life changing for some women as it allows you to blow dry your hair without holding a heavy dryer. This one is made by a well respected beauty brand & has a heavy base that doesn’t fall over. You just attach any size blowdryer to the easy open velcro…

Disability tool for buttoning and zippers when you have a neuromuscular condition like charcot marie tooth, arthritis or ms.

Don’t Miss A Button

Disability Life Hacks & TipsBy LainieJune 14, 2018Leave a comment

For anyone with fine motor challenges, these button assist tools are indispensable. I like this one because it has a large soft grip handle and doubles as a pulling tool for zippers.

Disability hack for in the shower for those with neuromuscular disorders.

Baby Got Back (Clean)

Disability Life Hacks & TipsBy LainieJune 14, 2018Leave a comment

Get your own back; literally. This long handled applicator eliminates the need to bend and twist to apply moisturizers, lotions & sunscreens in those hard to reach areas. The cord loop is large enough to fit over your wrist and it can conveniently hang on a hook in your shower.

Disability hack for those who struggle with neuromuscular conditions

Sock it To Me! Sock Slider

Disability Life Hacks & TipsBy LainieJune 14, 2018Leave a comment

If you have back problems and difficulty bending and twisting , this sock assist device will be a huge help. It’s a huge time savor for many people but does require some hand dexterity so it’s not ideal for those who have hand neuropathy.

Disability hack for self manicures

NAIL ASSISTANT

Disability Life Hacks & TipsBy LainieJune 14, 2018Leave a comment

This holder & stabilizer for nail tools is one of those, ”why didn’t I think of that?” simple but helpful gadgets. When you have a hangnail & don’t have time for a manicure, this device keeps your tools stable so you can push down on a nail clipper instead of having to grip it.

Disability tool for cutting when you have cerebral palsy or Charcot Marie Tooth Disorder

Cut Your Food Without Cutting Yourself

Disability Life Hacks & TipsBy LainieJune 11, 2018Leave a comment

The Rocking T Knife is an awesome tool for people who have limited hand function, tremors and/or a weak grasp. The reviews are stellar on this kitchen tool that will prevent a trip to the ER.

Slipper alternative for leg brace afo wearers to prevent slipping.

No Slip Socks That Rock!

Disability Life Hacks & TipsBy LainieJune 11, 2018Leave a comment

These no slip socks are a great slipper alternative. When I don’t have time to put on my leg braces for quick trips to the bathroom or when letting my dogs out, I throw these no slip socks on.  I always feel secure and safe that I won’t slip and fall. I also use them…

Eating tools to assist those with neuromuscular conditions be active & independent

Utensil Set For Shaky Hands

Disability Life Hacks & TipsBy LainieJune 11, 2018Leave a comment

This utensil kit for those who experience mild to moderate hand tremors gets tons of positive reviews. Reportedly, it can sense and counteract hand tremors and helps you get food into your mouth instead of all over clothing.

Disability hack to assist those with neuromuscular conditions open jars

One Touch Jar Opener

Disability Life Hacks & TipsBy LainieJune 11, 2018Leave a comment

This is one of those As Seen on TV Products that you will actually use and rely upon. If your grip strength is limited, this will be your new bestie.

Voice assist hack to help those with CMT, MS or other neuromuscular conditions.

“Alexa, Please Unload The Dishwasher”

Disability Life Hacks & TipsBy LainieJune 11, 2018Leave a comment

Ok, she can’t do that, but she can do other helpful things. When my hands hurt   from neuropathy or too much typing, I simply ask Alexa to do tasks like setting a kitchen timor to letting me know what time a movie is playing at my local theater. Alexa will also turn off lamps, read…

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