When You Can't Wipe Your Own Butt (Freedom Wand) (Self-Care Aid)
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- Опубліковано 27 вер 2024
- Famous Physical Therapist's Bob Schrupp and Brad Heineck review a clever product that can be used for wiping your own bottom.
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I am severely disabled, I have stenosis in my lumbar spine and cervical spine, plus I have rotator cuff tears and snapped tendons in my shoulders. I have severe problems cleaning myself after using the toilet. I have tried many of these types of cleaning wands and I find them all too big and clumsy. They may be ok for the less disabled person. My solution is a toothbrush with the longest handle you can find, wrap toilet paper around the bristles then use it to clean yourself. It works great. It is easy to clean and it can be kept in a small jar near the toilet.
I hear you ....thanks dude 🎉🎉🎉
Man, I'm sorry you have all the things.
That's good information. I hurt my back over the holidays and could barely bend. You learn a lot about emergency utilities.
For instance, I need a taller toilet. Soft ladder in bed for sitting up, reorganize food so it's not on the bottom, floor level shelves. Cup with long straw for drinking from a lying down position.
I bet you have a lot of hints and tips.
@DadogeOnComments Thank you.
Thank you so much for this tip. With 2 broken wrists, this is way better than the Freedom Wand, which is too big and unwieldy for me. THANK YOU!!!
@@aliholgate9442 ❤
You are two brave men :-) You have recognized a serious need. When you get old the bathroom rules can change and suddenly you need this kind of help.
No, this is not a subject we don't want to talk about, it's a subject we NEED to know. We need to talk like adults and not giggling kids about bodily functions
what good is showing a product without demonstrating even on a dummy model of how it is supposed to work!
😂😂
How much more do you see or don't you have any imagination
You know why? Because this contraption is useless. The TP falls out, and you can only use little bits of paper at a time. Dont waste your money on this. I realize its an old video, and there may be better tools out now in 2024. I've bought this and many other variations of it. Nope. Does not do the trick.
Cracks me up that they’re both using both hands clicking it together, folding the tp. It’s crazy! I’ll by the wand because it may work but it’s trial and error and they NEVER showed how to use it! Next time try doing it with your non dominant hand by itself!
So....i appreciate that Physical Therapists are showing an interest in this Activity of Daily Living Skill customarily addressed by Occupational Therapists. Here's a tip - purchase the Scrubbing Bubbles Magic wand (DON'T Use the clorox cleaning bar on your body - i know, but legally I have to say it). Just use the wand with a wad of Toilet paper. It cost about $7 at Walmart vs your $50 Freedom wand.
Lynda Anthony thank you.. nice heads up.
You are the real MVP :)
Thank you!!
Oh my goodness! I already have one of those and I'm scheduled for Fusion in January. Thank you so much for your comment
Thanks for broaching a taboo topic. Having spinal fusion surgery soon and thought of this potential issue!
I get my wife to do it, its cheap & she does an outstanding job !
Haha, I’m sorry for laughing 😂 I know it’s a serious problem for some people.
😭😭
I have a back injury and have struggled with this.. I first purchased a wand ( not this one) but one from Walgreens. But it was too large and cumbersome and the pincher broke within no time. So I came up with my own solution. I bought a toothbrush specifically for this purpose. Then I take a long piece of toilet paper and fold it in half two or three times then place the toothbrush half way onto the folded paper then fold the top half back over the toothbrush then fold the sides over eachother and twist everything around the handle till its tightly covered then wipe and then pull off and dispose. I keep a toothbrush in my purse in a baggy as well for times I am out in public restrooms. Very discreet😊
Thank you so much! Having back surgery in January and wondering what I was going to do at public toilets
paper falls off and dry paper dont really clean.best is the dishwashing sponge with built in soap liquid dispenser and 2 inch sponge can be changed.
BRILLIANT IDEA!!!!
It's so nice that technology has created the ability to have forms to address real life problems. Keep it up.
I came here to see demos on how to use these devices and found BnB! So, knowing their videos are of good quality, I watched their video first. I’ve seen similar devices on Amazon, but this one seems superior. 1. It’s made in the USA. 2. It has variable lengths, which can be necessary for various needs and users. 3. It can be easily transported, as it breaks down. 4. The end seems narrow enough to get the job done properly. 5. This one has the hand strap, which others don’t. For some, the strap may be quite helpful. The only thing this video didn’t show was how to use it. But, other diagrams and videos show that, so it’s not completely necessary. I think the features mentioned above, may justify the higher cost.
Thank you I've been to many Drs because of range if motion compromise and not one of them ever talked about this.God Bless You
I'm in that weird part of UA-cam again.
That made me literally laugh out loud. Too funny. I was thinking the same thing when I saw the title of this video. I have been looking at back surgery videos.
SC29403 carpal tunnel videos sent me here.
Wait till your in the position of needing one...
This was invented a Billion years ago by a T-Rex :)
Max Power
No ,this is good guys with good advice 🤗🤗🤗🤗
I had a wrist fusion. No one warned me about not being able to wipe. Doctors should warn patients!
Why would you want to wipe? Use a bidet like the rest of the civilized world.
Docs don't really know things like that. That's why they should ALWAYS refer to Occupational Therapy
Doctors should warn patients.
For some doctors (i.e. chiropractors) it has been, in essence, mandated via the mainstream medical community.
In fact these doctors are likely the least likely to cause any harm.
@@heidigummel1459 They don't all know either. I asked one today after my right hand was put in a splint and she couldn't answer the question! She just said "Yeah that's a challenge." Oh great. :-(
People should join an online support group before the surgery. Then they would know what to expect after surgery. I joined one before my lumpectomy. There’s a support group for any disease. Ask anything! They are there because they want to help others. I even stayed in my group after surgery so I could help others.
Lmao. I can just imagine trying to clean this thing in a public bathroom sink when there’s a lot of people in line
No one is going to wash that in a public restroom!
I stopped wiping altogether. Just change my shorts every couple weeks and it's all good.
Same here sir no point in wiping
@@howdyfucker443 HaHaha... ;-)
I unfortunately was blessed with a very long torso and short arms. This makes bathroom trips embarassingly hard. I’m glad that I’m not the only person who can’t reach.
Complete garbage
I was worried because I am going to have surgery humerus surgery and I want to fill clean. Thank you for sharing this video.
So are you standing up or sitting to use this best?
I didn't even have to go two this morning, and yet there is a skid mark in my underwe ar. How could that have happened? I even remember rinsing behind in the shower.
Should I wipe every chair I sit down on? I have OCD. I can't always tell proper sanitation from absurd compulsions.
I use the three seashell method.
I use a bidet. I got a feeling my way is better.
Demolition Man . Nice . After needing something like this after multiple shoulder surgeries, I have thought about the sea shells so many times. 👍😁
Bidet!!! Amazon sells the toilet set kind both heated or not (tap water doesn't feel that cold, generally) or a sprayer that hooks onto the wall or over the tank. Installs in five minutes flat.
And a blow dryer!
You still have to dry well. If you don't, you get rash.
@@techshabby0001And depending on how disabled you are, and where, you may NOT be able to install it. Or in some rentals.
@@techshabby0001And a squirt of water doesn’t work for many, unless you wipe first. Think of trying to clean out job of peanut butter off the floor. You’d wipe it up with a dry thing first and then wash it.
I got a loved one diagnosed with Guillian Barre Syndrome paralysis and can't turn to wipe the ass
Thanks, UA-cam, I said I needed some help putting bras on, not... not this! I'm facing neck surgery, though, and I wonder... but in the meantime, I know that something really is wrong thanks to a physical therapist (and neurologist, and spine surgeon, of course), despite being told differently by my gaslighting butt of a former doctor, so thank you, physical therapists!!!
Just hook your bra and put it on like a shirt over your head
Double up on magnesium because the medication slows the digestive system so when you do have to go you won’t be compacted.
I have severe rheumatoid arthritis in every joint.... My elbows and shoulders are the worst right now.... My daughter doesn't really like me bothering her at work to come home and wipe my butt.... I'm definitely going to try this. I tried a different one but it didn't have the curve at the end so it didn't work well...
Thank you for this video.... I'll let ya know if it works for me❤
PTs doing OT work
I bought one similar. Hah! Would have been better off using corn cobs.
Nah bruh you would of been better off loosing weight fat ass
You have no idea why someone might have to use a device like that! I have a rare autoimmune disorder and have carpal tunnel because of it and lost my mobility have some humility!
@@thelieinaprilchabersbanda118 What an ass hat. Guess you never heard of someone of normal weight who had to have hip replacement. Let your hips totally go and let's see how well you wipe your ass
How are you supposed to do the folding and wrapping with one arm?
I know many people with disabilities and this would be a god send for them. Thanks for posting this
A bidet that has a dryer works wonders. Saves on toilet paper too!
WOW, so great you brought this up, my husband has a bad back and never thought he had a problem he, of course, nevered mentioned.. On another note there is a badee, would that be helpful?
Glad it was helpful!
Lol I was expecting exercises for helping range and reach...I was very confused.
Aren't there any exercises to increase flexibility and range if you can't reach your derriere, instead of using an aid.
The switch at which you grab & release with is to high up on the wand in my opinion. I don't want to take the entire wand out before I release it to get rid of the rag!
I really don't think they intended for you to put the whole wand up your ass, but then that might just be a horse of a different color.
They should've got some more fb from actual disadvantaged asswipes and made a better engineered products, maybe there's different styles if you look online I bet but I can also see a huge market for this soon with so many needy ppl and such little help available or those who want to keep independent , I mean what's the options other than Depends. Even then you need a fresh wipe
QVC. Demonstrate it. Inquiring minds want to see it in action. Would sell like hot cakes for Christmas.
Not funny for those who need it!
how does one reach with the stick though? Egyptian toilets are good, the ones which have a water pipe to wash the bottom with.
"I WOULDN'T USE IT FOR SHAVING." LOVE IT, THANKS !
If I was a kid I would hate to get a whooping with that lol
Occupational Therapists teach this along with better techniques!!
100%
Thanks for this very informative and tasteful video Bob and Brad!
OT here :) Always love watching your channel! You guys are great!
So much has changed in 8 years.
This thing is crap (pardon the pun) After two weeks of fighting these types of devices (my poor wife!) we put a bidet seat in. Problem solved. Also portable bidets (turkey baster types) work too if you aren’t going to be home or have to work.
I’m 11 weeks post op and found very little in the way of useful information prior to and after my surgery. I’m an amateur filmmaker and will be putting out a video shortly to cover the nuances of this very major procedure that I hope will be helpful. I know it would have been for me.
Where do you get
@@DebbyLong777 Anywhere now. They’re very popular. Just got Amazon and search Bidet.
Recovering from shoulder replacement, esp reverse total shoulder.
I can see Bob isn’t used to doing the washing up. Just put the appliance straight in the sink and if possible straight into disinfected water. No need to contaminate the draining board.
nice aid it is helpful for ADLs
thanks for sharing website address
I'm in a boot with a fracture and am dreading my first poo as I can't bear weight on it but have a low toilet 😅
If you only have one for instance use youe good hand and use baby wipes!
No! Use a bidet!!!
Glad you are addressing this. Very expensive!
That tiny bit of paper isn’t even large enough to wipe. And I’ve gone from four pieces, six pieces and eight pieces. They all fall out. I’m using it the way I should. I’m having hip replacement next week and I’m distressed.
My carpenter friend told me , you find out who truly loves you when you break both arms.
I don't know about putting the wand on the counter after using it in a public restroom. Other people use that counter.
I like the grippy part, but couldn't tell if you had to keep the button in a certain position. This wouldn't work with spastic hands.
They said they had another link for another video, but I don't see it under show more nor on their playlists. There isn't a playlist for toilet issues.
ive been not wiping for years
Same sir
Lucky for me I can reach. That little bit of tissue would not work. In fact I use a damp washcloth. Because my bowel movements are a bit messy.
Brilliant guys! I am looking for ways to handle this situation for after shoulder surgery and you show using two hands to apply the TP! Ain't going to help!
They showed how to do it one-handed, too.
WHAT?!? I use a simple bottle brush.
No paper used. Works great.
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That sound a little harsh 😩
I can’t see this working all that well. device you still have a lot of twisting but you need to be able to get significant paper or better wet toilet disposable wipes and the claw situation just doesn’t seem that workable. I’m right now having this issue with my back and it is hell to reach the back...cry in pain he’ll. But when you live by yourself and are in 60s ..you aren’t ready to have to call someone,to help nor go in a rehab every time your back goes out. It is just awful. But I don’t see this working well. I have an idea that I think will work well , is more sanitary than this and I think will be easier. I just need my back to improve enough to make up mock up. Also..who is going to take this to a sink in a public bathroom in front of people to clean. To mention if it gets fecal matter..you don’t want that in a hands sink. Why is it that guys don’t think these things through. They should have actually used it to clean themselves a few times (private) and maybe had several patients try and give opinion before bringing out to show.
All of us can adjust as needed and wipe from the front. Would you rather have people yell for someone to wipe them or walk around with poop in their pants because they can't wipe?
@@TheGoddessHope Nope. Can't reach it that way.
My answer..a back scrubber brush in the shower. Just remove the screen in the drain. Plenty of soap....east reach. Lively.
Grateful!
Happy we could help!
Wouldn’t it be easier to have a bidet
I thought you were going to teach us a stretch to do to help.
My co-worker and her husband go to the local swim center and use the whirlpool hot tub to clean their butts. I’ll never use a public hot tub again 💩
Did not find this product on your Amazon page....
darn. I was going to invent something and take it to Shark Tank.
I'm looking for something like this and for the most part, it looks like it would be very helpful but in my case, I need something with much more of a curve. Presently I use a cane. I just wrap the toilet paper around the end and then use twist ties to keep it in place. It works but I have to believe that there is a product out that would be more user friendly.
brians48now A bidet is best but expensive so you can buy squirt bottles like for mustard/ketchup from a dollar store. Fill with warm water. Squirt water on you privates towards inside toilet bowl. Drs give peri-care bottles like that for women after childbirth. Dry with a towel after. Less expensive than this wand.
@@thatgirlfromdabronx9198 Reading comments because I'm having carpal tunnel surgery on my dominant hand and wiping with the other won't do (short arms). Saw your post about this peri-care bottle. This is what I need. I know you posted this 3 yrs ago, but if you see it, thank you! :)
They can shave w this too. Well not the same one... Im dead😂🔫
They seem very excited and into this. 👀
Its almost as if they enjoy helping people
@@suribuxton9079 Ok but damn
Bad news I'm have back surgery next week. The good news my gay boyfriend is in charge of wiping.
Before 9/11 this was known as the French wand
Read all the comments; there is good experienced information given...
I'm 82 and dread the time this might happen to me!
Oh, God...
Thank you for watching!
I am curious if this would work with my father that has Neuopathy in his hands its kind of hard for him to open an close hands, an wonder if he would have the strength to pinch the toilet paper to place into the feeder.
if he cannot.... would he get money back or how would that work?
Just want to say “thanks for this idea”. Post op double fusion, no one to really help me with this issue and then I remembered your video.
Back scrubber in a shower. Just remember to remove the drain screen. Soap. Easy to reach, very thorough. Plan your shower.
Good video and helpful
it think it would be time to get a bidet or just step into the shower where you might have a douche hose setup.
You guys are awesome ❤
I just had total shoulder replacement three days ago.
Off topic a bit, I've been hearing air leak I'm assuming coming from the surgical sight...not 100% sure maybe it's all in my head.
There is no pain, infact I've noticed so much of the stiffness has gone away.
My shoulder still feels weak.
I'm hoping things are healing correctly.
I just had right shoulder (dominant hand) rotator cuff surgery...
Voy a tener una operación en mi hombro derecho rotator cuff Necesito algo para usarlo con la mano izquierda limpiarme qué me recomiendas
You guys mean well but are terrible at explaining how the product works. 😅. Thanks to another video I found, the woman had 3 different items (one was this one). She did a great job which helped me decide which one was best for me.
Ha, ha, oops. Reachers not teachers. Sorry. Auto correct phone.
How does it work?
A Bidet would be a whole lot EASIER & CLEANER!!
Show your examples using one hand
I'm having issues after a back injury( middle too. lumbar area stiff). What exercise can I do to improve mobility
Tip: Use wet wipes first, than toilet paper to dry. Dry alone may not work very well. Best to wash.
You can also buy a flush/dry machine;)
1:53 seconds. Still talking, no wand
I'm glad someone is finally talking about this! Really works ( with practice😀)
Oh hell no..................get a powered bidet. End of problem. Been there and have several t-shirts to prove it.
How durable is this tool? I'm a big and short person, 260 lbs & 5'4", and I'm having an issue wiping in a public restroom or an airplane bathroom; thus, I think I will soon need something like this, for I will be taking a trip to Spain from NC, and I don't think I'll be able to unless I have this tool or a similar one. I appreciate anyone helps here. Thank you for your videos. 🤔
P.S. I couldn't find the tool shown in this video in amazon!!!
My daughter has a progressive disease and easy everyday tasks have become very difficult now :(
This is a good idea and helps preserve her dignity for awhile longer, especially since she’s only 18. Wet toilet wipes might be awesome to use too.
If it hasn't been suggested yet, attaching a bidet may help quite a bit as well.
I've been looking at numerous videos of different devices, and flushable wipes ARE recommended....but they WILL mess up a septic system!!!!!
What a great idea thank you
@@DrOTGuy If it’s possible I’d certainly install one. But it doesn’t solve the problem when out. You’d just have to have someone with you, to assist you in such a situation.
Get a bidet. Problem solved. Every house in the Middle East & Europe has a bidet & I always wonder why Americans don’t have it.
A bidet is used after the initial wiping.
I pulled my back and struggling bad
Have either of you tried this contraption? Please do and tell us how it went.😂 They do have different types but please try this one.
The strap is extra of course!
Ok men, that's the general Custer's sabre !!
it best to use your hand if you have the ability
Have a rare autoimmune disorder and have limited mobility
FORGOT TO ADD DIAMETER TRY 1" TO 1" 1/2 TO START