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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Medline Heavy Absorbency Underpads, 36″ x 36″ Quilted Fluff and Polymer Disposable Underpad, 50 Per Case, Great Protection as Bed Pads and Pee Pads

$35.79
  • HEAVY ABSORBENCY - Medline's 36 x 36 inch disposable underpads feature a super absorbent core to provide incontinence protection for beds, furniture and floors
  • SOFT QUILTED TOP SHEET - Disposable bed pads with a soft diamond quilted top sheet is gentle on sensitive skin
  • CORE ABSORBS FLUID AND LOCKS AWAY ODOR - The fluff and polymer chux pad core absorbs fluid and quickly locks away odor
  • LARGE 36 x 36 INCH SIZE - The large size of this underpad makes it great for use as bed pads, furniture protectors or puppy pee pads
  • CONVENIENTLY PACKAGED 50 PER CASE - These chux are pre-folded and can easily fit in a bag for on the go convenience

Medline Lightweight & User-Friendly Wheelchair With Flip-Back, Desk-Length Arms & Elevating Leg Rests for Extra Comfort, Gray, 18″ Seat

$200.58
  • Flip-back, desk-length arms make it easy to navigate under tables | elevating leg rests enhance comfort and remove easily
  • Breathable nylon upholstery is soft and comfortable
  • Premium welds ensure reliability and durability
  • Smooth-rolling Mag wheels with low-maintenance flat-free tires; foot-powered movement with 2” seat-height adjustments (hemi-height)
  • 300-Lb. Weight capacity | 33-lb. Product weight, without leg rests. Latex free; Not MRI safe

Medline Mobility Ultralight Transport Wheelchair, 19” Wide Seat, Permanent Desk-Length Arms, Swing Away Footrests, Blue Frame

$150.25
 
  • Our 300 lb weight capacity ultralight transport chair allows you to travel light while making outings and/or and rehab situations easier
  • This durable transport chair weighs less than 15 lbs | Compact, simple-folding design is great for travel and storage
  • Stow-n-go clips allow the comfort footrests to be locked to the side of the chair when not in use
  • Restaurant-style permanent armrests allow the user to sit closer to tables and desks
  • Padded nylon upholstery | 8 inch rear wheels for easy forward and reverse | Made of high-grade aluminum | 16 inch seat depth, 19 inch seat width
 

Medline ReadyBath LUXE Antibacterial Body Cleansing Cloth Wipes, Scented, Extra Thick Wipes (8 Count Pack, 24 Packs)

$36.99
 
  • Extra thick, soft 8 x 8 inch wipes for fast, easy total body cleansing are great for the mobility impaired, after surgery, or any time a shower is not possible
  • ReadyBath Luxe wipes are pre-moistened with gentle, rinse-free cleansers plus soothing, moisturizing skin conditioners
  • Antibacterial Benzalkonium Chloride helps kill germs
  • Scented, pH balanced, hypoallergenic and alcohol-free | Cloths can be used at room temperature or warmed for added comfort
  • 8 count packs, 24 packs per Case for a total of 192 Wipes
 

Medline ReadyBath Scented Rinse-Free Shampoo Cap with Conditioner, 30 Count – MSC095230

$49.99
  • Single-use, leak-proof cap pre-moistened with no-rinse shampoo and conditioner
  • Cleans and conditions hair, soothes the scalp in one step
  • Works on most lengths and types of hair
  • pH balanced, hypoallergenic and alcohol-free with a light, natural, gender-neutral scent
  • Cap can be used at room temperature or warmed for added comfort

Medline Steel 3-in-1 Bedside Commode, Portable Toilet with Microban Antimicrobial Protection, Can be Used as Raised Toilet Seat Riser, Gray

$54.99
  • Medline Commode be used bedside, as a raised seat over the toilet, or without seat as safety rails around toilet
  • Splash guard for over-the-toilet use, and removable clip-on seat and lid for easy cleaning
  • Seat, bucket, lid and armrests feature Micro ban technology for built-in protection that inhibits the growth of stains and odors from bacteria, mold & mildew
  • Tool-free assembly, easy push-button height adjustment, convenient toilet paper holder, non-slip rubber feet, disposable liners sold separately
  • 350-lb. (159 kg) Weight capacity; Seat height range, 16.5"-22.5" (42-57 cm); Seat depth, 16" (41 cm); Width between arms, 19" (48 cm); Overall width, 21.25" (54 cm).

Medline Tub Transfer Bench With Microban Antimicrobial Protection, for Use as A Shower Bench or Bath Seat, Blue

$72.49
  • Microban antimicrobial* product protection is built-in to this transfer bench, preventing the uncontrolled growth of bacteria, mold and mildew on the bath safety product and providing 24/7 cleanliness protection
  • Anti-Slip Suction cup foot piece secures bench to tub floor
  • Lightweight, easy to assemble , Latex Free
  • Side arm provides additional stability
  • Heavy duty transfer bench supports up to 350 lbs.
  • Suggested for people with arthritis, bending or stretching limitations, and for those with a recent knee or hip surgery
  • Suggested for people with arthritis, bending or stretching limitations, and for those with a recent knee or hip surgery
  • Microban Antimicrobial Protection
  • Textured, molded backrest and seating surface offer a non-slip surface with holes for water drainage
  • Suction cup feet grip the tub floor for added safety. Weight Capacity: 350 lbs, 300 lb