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A little time spent getting your home ready before your surgery can
make a big difference in your recovery. Here are some helpful hints
for around the house:
House in general
Remove throw rugs and tack down loose carpeting
Remove
electrical cords, telephone cords, toys, and other tripping
hazards
Fix or be aware of uneven flooring and surfaces
Provide good lighting
Cover slippery surfaces with
carpets that have nonskid backs
Place regularly used items
such as remote controls, medications, and reading materials in
convenient and easy-to-reach locations
If your mail is
delivered to an outdoor box, contact your post office to request
delivery to your door
Kitchen
Stock up on canned and frozen foods
Prepare meals
ahead of time and freeze them
Store food in a cupboard
that’s waist to shoulder level
Place frequently used
cooking supplies, pots, pans, plates, and utensils on the counter or
where they can be easily reached
Bathroom
Stock up on toilet paper, shampoo, toothpaste, medications, and
other personal items
If your shower has doors, replace them
temporarily with a curtain
Put a chair in your shower
Get a handheld shower head
Get a raised toilet
seat
Get a shower sponge with a long handle
Put
handrails in the shower and next to the toilet
Place a
slip-proof mat in the shower
Install a nightlight
Bedroom
Set up your bed on the first floor if you can
Wash all
your towels, linens, and dirty clothes
Place loose clothing
and pajamas in waist- to shoulder-level drawers or closets
Install a nightlight
Other
Make sure you have easy access to a phone - consider using a
cordless or cell phone
Reachers and grabbers will come in
handy
A desk chair with wheels can make it easier to get
around
To keep your hands free to use for balance,
consider using a walker basket, fanny pack, small backpack, or an
apron with large pockets to hold things you'll want nearby
Rent/buy/borrow plenty of books, movies, music, and puzzle books
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