Anterior Hip

Home Making Tips1. Use a walker apron or plastic bag attached to your walker to transport items within yourhome. You can also spread a folded towel over the top of the walker to carry light objects.2. Carry liquids in containers with lids or covers (e.g., thermos, unopened cans of soda, waterbottles).3. Slide items along counter tops whenever possible rather than trying to carry them.4. Use a reacher to pick up items dropped on the floor or to retrieve items from low areas (e.g.,the crisper in the refrigerator, low dresser drawers).5. Sit on a high stool whenever possible (e.g., at a kitchen counter for meal preparation, a worktable).6. Remove all throw rugs in your home to avoid catching your walking aid or foot and possiblytripping or falling.7. Use a long-handled brush to clean the toilet and tub.8. Use long-handled implements (mop, broom, dust pan and feather duster) for cleaning.9. For laundry, use a pushcart or shoulder bag to transport clothing to/from your washer anddryer. You can also have friends or family assist.SPECIFIC RECOMMENDATIONS FOR YOU:________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________