BASIC ACTIVITES OF DAILY LIVING (ADLs)

Basic ADLs consist of self-care tasks that are necessary for the most fundamental aspects of functioning. They include, but are not limited to, these areas:

  1. Functional Mobility:
    • Transferring (moving in or out of bed or a chair unassisted – mechanical transfer aids may be used)
    • Locomotion (moving to different areas in the same room or on the same floor, within the home or on a level surface outside, by walking alone or using a cane, walker, wheelchair, or scooter) while performing activities
  2. Bathing:
    • Washing one’s entire body
    • Getting in and out of tub or shower
    • Sponge bathing
  3. Dressing:
    • Taking clothes from drawers and closets
    • Putting on and taking off clothes and outer garments, including fasteners
  4. Self-feeding:
    • Getting food from plate to mouth
  5. Personal hygiene and grooming:
    • Brushing / combing / styling hair
    • Trimming nails
  6. Maintaining Control Over Urination and Release of Stool:
    • Maintaining complete self-control over urination and defecation
  7. Toileting:
    • Getting to the toilet or remote toileting receptacle
    • Sitting down or otherwise aligning oneself over the toilet or the remote toileting receptacle
    • Discharging urine and/or feces
    • Cleaning oneself
    • Getting back up or moving off the remote toileting receptacle
    • Dumping contents of remote toileting receptacle into the toilet
    • Flushing the toilet
    • Arranging and fastening clothing

Simply stated, basic ADLs are the tasks people do when they get up in the morning and prepare to go out of the house: get out of bed, go to the toilet, bathe, dress, groom, and eat.

Below is a sampling of products and equipment that are designed to help you complete your basic ADLs for a longer period of time. Click on the links to find out more information, see other products selections, and if you like, to make a purchase from one of our providers.

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All Terrain KneeRover Steerable Knee Scooter Knee Walker Heavy Duty Crutches Alternative in Blue

$269.99
  • Padded Contoured Comfortable Knee Platform with Easy Folding Mechanism. The handlebars are made of comfort foam 7/8 inches steel
  • 12″ x 8″ x 8.5″ Wire Basket is included for convenient storage and transport of your personal belongings
  • Leg Compatibility: Left and Right. Knee Rest: 3″ Contoured Molded Foam
  • Accommodates patient heights 5′6" – 6’6″
  • 3″ Contoured Knee Support Adjusted Height Range: 18″ – 21.5″. Handlebar Adjusted Height Range: 34″ – 41″

NEW KneeRover QUAD All Terrain Knee Walker in Metallic Blue

$399.00
  • The KneeRover QUAD is the Next Generation knee walker, providing the ultimate in comfort, stability and all terrain freedom. Equipped with an industry first - FOUR 12" air filled tires, the KneeRover QUAD is perfect for navigating any terrain with ease.
  • Ideal for individuals recovering from injury or surgery to the foot, ankle or lower leg as well as below the knee amputees. The KneeRover QUAD is an excellent alternative to crutches and offers the most versatility among knee walkers.
  • Maximum stability and control when maneuvering - these steerable knee walkers offer an advanced automotive style tie-rod steering mechanism and a proven drum braking system.
  • Fully adjustable knee platform and handle bars with premium easy folding mechanism for simple transport and storage of rolling knee walker. Grips are made of easy clean rubber
  • Lightweight yet heavy duty frame offers unprecedented strength and stability for a knee scooter. All Terrain KneeRover knee walker offers a 350 lb weight capacity and is recommended for individuals with heights 5' - 6'4".