Question

What are some bathing tips if you have Parkinson's disease?

Answer 1

• Use a shower chair.
• Use a hand-held hose.
• Use a long-handled sponge or scrubbing brush.
• Use soap-on-a-rope, bath mitts, or sponges with soap inside or a soft soap applicator instead of bar soap.
• Use lukewarm water, as very hot water can cause fatigue.
• Sew straps on towels to make them easier to hold while drying.
• Put a non-skid rug on the floor outside the tub so you don't slip.
• Put a towel on the back of your chair and rub your back against it to dry, or use a terry cloth robe instead of a towel to dry off.