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Whilst all care is taken to provide accurate information with respect to the item described, the Independent Living Centre (ILC) is not involved in product design or manufacture, and therefore not in a position to guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. Selection of equipment, which is both suitable and appropriate for individual needs remains the responsibility of the person(s) considering requisition, and no responsibility is taken by the ILC for any loss or injury caused through use of the equipment or alleged to have arisen through reliance upon information provided. As information is subject to change any enquiries should be directed to the manufacturer.
Item Details
Buyers Guide - Electric Shavers
ILC Reference NO 11:61:100
Item sourced from ILC NSW database
Short Description
Some shavers will be easier than others for people with a disability to use independently and consideration should be given to their features when buying a new shaver.
Price Guide
Approx Price: $0.00
Price Date: 14/03/2008
More Details
. Points to consider when buying a shaver:
1. Ease of switching on and off
1.1 Position and type of controls
2. Ease of Use
2.1 Weight to hold
2.2 Ease and comfort of grip. Further considerations include:
. Closeness of shave
. Kindness to skin
. Speed of cutting
. Length of power cord, or cordless rechargeable shavers. Note:
Electric shavers are more economical than rechargeable.
. Sideburn / moustache trimmers.
. Foil shaving heads are more easily damaged than rotary or flat
cutting heads.
. Noise and vibration levels
. Need to use shaving cream or lather
. Ease of comprehension of instructions
. Length and conditions of warranty
2.3 Comfort of angle of use
3. Ease of assembly and disassembly
3.1 Ease of cleaning
. Suggestions for those who experience pain, weakness or stiffness of hands:
. Handles on razors and shavers can be extended or built up if necessary.
. Razors can have a finger / hand cuff added to make holding easier.
. The handle on shaving brushes can be extended.
. A device is available which helps remove two or three point plugs from the power point.
. Suggestions for those who want to shave areas other than face:
. People who find it difficult or painful to bend can apply depilatory
wax with a cloth attached to a pick-up stick.
. Cold wax hair remover may be safer for the uncoordinated person than a razor or shaver.
For further information check Choice Magazine or talk to a retailer of
small electrical appliances.
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These are general suggestions - if you experience considerable difficulty in performing activities of daily living, consult an occupational therapist at a community health centre or aged care assessment team, or make an appointment with the ILC.
APPROXIMATE PRICE: $150
MORE PRICES: $200 - $300 Rechargeable
$150 - $180 Electric
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