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Nail Care for Seniors

Nail care is an often overlooked but extremely important part of a senior’s overall health. Many seniors though have trouble properly maintaining their fingernails and toenails doe to mobility problems or poor health. Elderly people with arthritis may not be able to bend over or may experience pain squeezing a traditional nail trimmer. Diabetics especially have to be extremely careful when trimming their nails.

But there are lots of options to help seniors with these problems. From arthritis-friendly clippers, to electric nail trimmers, to safer clippers for diabetics, the nail care guides below are here to help!

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Safe, Easy to Use Toenail Clippers For Diabetics

March 14, 2020 Scott Grant, ATP, CRTS®

Diabetics have to be especially careful when trimming their toenails because small cuts can turn into large problems. Here are some safe and easy to use toenail clippers for diabetics who choose to cut their own toenails.

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Electric Nail Clippers for Seniors: Are They Worth Using?

March 14, 2020 Scott Grant, ATP, CRTS®

Electric nail trimmers work by grinding or filing nails instead of actually cutting them. This provides a safe nail cutting experience for seniors but also a much slower one. Many of these devices aren’t well rated because of that. Keep reading to learn more!

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The Right Nail Care for Seniors and the Elderly

March 14, 2020 Scott Grant, ATP, CRTS®

You can have healthy, beautiful nails regardless of your age. Following tips like maintaining a proper diet and keeping your nails clean, dry, trimmed, and shaped are important. Consider your choice of nail care tools too. Keep reading to learn more about the best ways to care for the nails of seniors and elders.

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Nail Clippers for Arthritis Sufferers (Easy to Squeeze & Less Pain)

March 13, 2020 Scott Grant, ATP, CRTS®

Arthritis can make the squeezing motion needed for nail trimming unbearable. These nail clippers for seniors with arthritis are easier to squeeze, easier to use, and cause less pain than their conventional counterparts.

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Toenail Clippers for the Elderly for Safe Senior Foot Care

April 1, 2019 Scott Grant, ATP, CRTS®

Reaching your feet for proper nail care as you age can get difficult. As a result, foot care and nail care can suffer and lead to other problems. Here are the best toenail clippers for seniors that help you reach and are easier to use.

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I am a lucky dad to four awesome daughters and grandfather to three pretty terrific grandkids. When not working as a custom wheelchair specialist at a regional home medical equipment company, I enjoy early morning runs and occasional kayak trips. I am also a self-admitted nerd who loves anything from the 1980's. Learn More
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