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Old 04-30-2014, 08:52 PM
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I also have similar challenges - dishwashing is very painful bent over the sink and my clumsy hands break everything so the family does most of that. I take clothes from the dryer and fold in a comfy position taking my time. Driving is horrific and I plan on recovery time after anything over a few miles (DC traffic is horrible).
I have found that a sling on my right arm helps me sometimes - especially with chores...I'm right handed so it helps to prevent overdoing it or recovering when too late. A soft c-collar also helps me in crazy traffic not to move my head too much...will wear around the house as well when trying to be productive.
I basically have a plan that physical effort of most types will mean downtime to recover and family understands now so that helps a lot.
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