Hip dysplasia, and the inevitable total hip replacements that go along with hip dysplasia, cause some very unique issues, especially with self-care and comfort. Here are some items I personally recommended that can help make your life so much easier.
By means of full disclosure, I may earn a small commission from Amazon for links to any products or services from this website. I also want to add that, as a person with bilateral hip dysplasia, and having bilateral hip replacements for 25+ years, I have purchased and/or used each of the products I am recommending.
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$29.99See More DetailsIf you have trouble reading down and getting between your toes, this handled foot and toe cleaner is tops! The soft yellow sponge easily pushes between each toe to keep them squeaky clean.
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See More DetailsNever struggle to shave your legs again! These were developed for women when they are pregnant (and some are even advertised for me to use to shave their backs) but the long-handled razor is perfect for people with hip dysplasia or who have hip replacements. No more struggling, straining, and twisting like a pretzel to get smooth, silky legs.
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$24.99See More DetailsThis is the best lotion applicator I have ever had (and I've bought many of them over the years, only to find they are unwieldy or hard to store.) You put the lotion on the roller, and you can use it on your back, your backside, your legs (front and back) and even your hard-to-reach feet. It also works well with creams. It even comes with two washable replacement rollers. I've had mine for years, and I've never even had to replace the roller cover once.
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$9.99$8.95See More DetailsThis is my favorite sock aid (I call it my sockerator!) It has white terry cloth on the outside, and smooth blue vinyl-type fabric on the inside, so the sock stays on the terry cloth, and your foot slips in easily on the vinyl side. I especially like that it is lightweight, you can curl it up to fit it in a suitcase or bookbag, and it has loops on the end of the strap for those of use who don't have a good grip. I will tell you though, if you use it daily like I do, you do have to replace it every few years, but it is totally worth it!
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$15.97See More DetailsTea tree oil foot soak feels wonderful, and if you have toenail psoriasis, it can really make your toes feel better. The foot soak smooths and softens your feet without having to bend over very much.
Dry, itchy or callused feet? Use this tea tree soak either in a foot soaker or just use a basin or dishpan. This tea tree oil foot soak is incredible and just what you need for softer, more comfortable feet.
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$23.99$21.49See More DetailsDon't store your body wash, conditioner, and other shower items on the floor or on your shower chair, because that makes it difficult to safely access them. I have never seen a shelf product like this that actually sticks to the tile walls and stays there! I have been using mine for over 3 years now, and it has never lost its grip. (I will add that I don't use the attachable hooks because they fall out too easily.) The caddy itself is so helpful! (If you move and have to remove it, you can buy new adhesive tabs for it on Amazon as well.)
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See More DetailsThis is a bath or shower scrubby for your back or lower legs. The bristles are soft and feel lovely on your skin. Because it is silicon, you don't have to worry about bacterial growth as you do with loofahs, net scrubbers, and natural bristle brushes. Just rinse it when you are done and shake out the excess water. Next time you use it, it will be squeaky clean.
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$35.95$31.95See More DetailsIf you are going to sleep on your side with hip dysplasia, or even more importantly, after a hip replacement, you need a knee pillow to keep your hips safe as you side sleep. I have had a least six different kinds of these over the years, and this one is the best by far. The memory foam holds its shape while staying comfortable. I recommend you get it in the gray color -- because the white color always turns ivory with age, and looks icky, even when it isn't. A knee pillow for people with hip dysplasia or replacements is essential.
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$43.99See More DetailsA wedge can help you get more comfortable in bed while recovering from a variety of surgeries. It can also help with GI issues such as GERD. This memory foam wedge is extremely comfortable.
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$14.99See More DetailsThis extension plug contains a place for 3-prong outlets as well as four charger outlets. It is helpful to keep plugs on top of the desk to reduce bending to reach, and I found it was fabulous while staying in the hospital (where there never seems to be a plug or outlet nearby that isn't already in use.) The metal coil makes it sturdy and safe, and oh so easy to wipe off with disinfectant when you leave.
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$7.95See More DetailsHere's a link to my first book, Embracing Life's Limitations: Letting Go of Who You Were Supposed to Be. It is a story of growing up with bilateral hip dysplasia, living with psoriatic arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis, and talks about my first cancer journey, months in hospice, and the incredible doctor who tried a very risky surgery that ultimately saved my life. It's about learning to adapt to, and even embrace, our many limitations.
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$39.99$28.99See More DetailsWhat is this bizarre looking contraption? It is a spinning caddy. It can hold the items you need daily in your bathroom. I don't know about you, but many houses today have bathroom cabinets with no drawers or drawer space. If you are stiff and creaky from having PsA, or unable to bend due to hip dysplasia, this caddy is perfect on your bathroom vanity. No more bending down to a low shelf in our cabinet to get toothpaste, makeup, creams, razors, etc. (One note: To finish putting this together, you have to use these tiny little clear rubber bands. I managed to do it, but if you have severe arthritis in your hands, you may need to get a friend or family member to put it together.) I've had mine for 4 years now, and it still looks new and works like a charm.
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$38.99$28.13See More DetailsBio freeze in a roll-on bottle is great for when your calves are stiff, when you get Charlie horses, or when you wake up with restless legs. You simply roll it on your skin, and it helps your joints and muscles relax and feel better.
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$72.99See More DetailsThere are dozens of kinds of seat cushions on Amazon that say they help keep you comfortable when you have a job that requires sitting most of the day (or if you are just always at the computer, like me.) I've tried 5 different kinds of cushions and 4 of them fell short. The Cushon Lab seat cushion is the only one that allows me to sit for long periods of time without becoming stiff or painful. I realize they are a bit expensive, but which would you prefer -- spending your money on a cushion that doesn't really help and then not using it, or buying the best and finding great relief? (I have two of these in my home.)
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$65.99See More DetailsIf you are getting the Cushion Lab seat cushion, you may want to also get the Cushion Lab back cushion. (I have two of these at home.) They provide incredible back support, and when paired with the Cushion Lab seat cushion, they can make any desk chair into the most incredibly comfortable desk chair. It has a strap that goes around the chair to hold it in place. They have a variety of colors. The Cushion Lab seat cushion, back support combo provides supreme comfort.
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$9.99See More DetailsI know what you are going to say, "I need a heavy-duty metal long-handled shoehorn." I beg to differ. Metal long-handled shoehorns are slippery, easy to drop, and hard to hold on to. They are also heavy in your hand and not the least bit flexible. What you really need is a lighter weight, plastic shoehorn, and this one folds so you can take it with you on vacation, or to store it away in your dresser.
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$19.99$15.99See More DetailsOf course, while a grabber (or reacher) is always essential for members of the hip dysplasia club, this particular one folds in half so you can fit it in a suitcase, bookbag, briefcase, or very large purse. I find it is fabulous to have this for traveling, going to doctors' appointments or an imaging appointment where you have to change into a gown, or just to keep in your car or office. You never know when you'll need it.
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$38.99$31.19See More DetailsWith Crohn's or IBD, while recovering from hip replacement surgeries, and during medical treatment for cancer, a bidet is an essential piece of equipment. Easy to add to your toilet, and easy to use, a bidet cleans your bottom with a stream of water and helps reduce toilet paper irritation. It also reduces the need for a twisting motion (to wipe.)
If you've never used a bidet, you don't know what you are missing. Thisis a basic model that uses room temperature water, but they also come in deluxe models that use heated water, and ones that have two streams -- one for your bottom and one for women during their menstrual cycle. Once you have a bidet, you'll never understand how you did without one!
(This bidgt is easy to install. I didn't need a plumber, my retired neighbor came over and installed it in less than 30 minutes.)
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$12.88See More DetailsWith hip dysplasia or after hip replacements, being intimate with your partner can seem like a daunting task. As osteoarthritis sets in as we age, it can become even more difficult to find comfortable ways to enjoy intimacy. This straightforward book can help you find ways to enjoy intimacy again even with painful or replaced hips. Let's face it -- hip dysplasia is notorious for limiting our abduction, adduction, pelvic strength, and flexibility. This book has the answers to questions you never dared to ask.
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$13.99See More DetailsThese wonderful copper compression socks are great for keeping blood circulating in your legs and prevent leg cramps. These compression socks come in a variety of colors.
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$189.99$179.99See More DetailsThis upright rollator is wonderful for helping with mobility and balance, while keeping you in an upright position. Regular walkers and rollators lead to the user becoming hunched-over, but an upright rollator keeps your back nice and straight, and keeps you with good posture. I've had mine since 2020 and it is still working great!
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$29.99$24.99See More DetailsThis sofa or bed cup holder is amazing! It can hold cups of coffee, cans or glasses, as well as other items. I personally keep my glasses in one section for safekeeping, along with my Roku remote. When I adjust my adjustable bed, this cup holder stays in place. It is so helpful whether on a bed, a couch, or a table top.
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$64.99$59.99See More DetailsThis variety of bed wedges can help you stay comfortable while resting, reading in bed, sitting up to watch TV or use a laptop, to raise your legs higher, when needed, etc. These can be used on a regular bed, on your sofa, or many other types of furniture. The quality memory foam can reduce body pain, improve blood circulation, help with low blood pressure, and relieve acid reflux. The removable zipper covers are easy to remove and launder.
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$349.99See More DetailsThis recliner has electric lift, heat, massage, and cup holders. Comfort and convenience, all in one chair!
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