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Chronic-Illness.org invites you to read Julie Wendell’s Fibromyalgia story:

Living with Fibromyalgia

by Julie Wendell

“Mommy, open this, please?” my 3-year-old son asked as he handed me a cereal bar early one morning.

I tried to tear off the top of the wrapper, but my fingers would not move or grasp the wrapper!

Terrified, I tried opening it again, but to no avail.  I had lost all strength in both of my hands!   As calmly as I could, I asked my 7-year-old son to open the cereal bar for his brother.  But inside, I was panicking because the weakness in my hands persisted for about an hour.

What was happening to me?

Little did I know that the morning of February 10th, 2008 marked the beginning of a myriad of severely painful symptoms.  My life was about to drastically change.

Over the course of the next few weeks, I started to experience alarming new symptoms. In addition to the weakness in my hands, I noticed that the joints in my hands were very swollen and stiff. I even took pictures of my hands from all angles to make sure that their odd shape was not just my imagination. I would often feel sharp zinging pains in my extremities, especially in my hands, wrists, knees, and ankles. My muscles and joints ached like I had the flu. There were times when I would be convinced I had a temperature of at least 101, just to find out it was completely normal every time I checked.

My level of fatigue went from being a “full time single working mother” to feeling like a “full time single working mother who also ran 100 miles a day.” I was physically exhausted from dealing with so much pain every day.

To make matters worse, I started noticing that when I woke up each morning, I would not feel refreshed, even after a full straight 6-8 hours of sleep.  Instead, it felt like I only slept for one hour each night.  So not only was I physically exhausted, I was emotionally drained as well.  The overall level of exhaustion was indescribable, the worst I have ever experienced in my life!  But I was hoping that whatever was plaguing me would just stop on its own.

One afternoon in April 2008, after I got off work and picked up my kids, I couldn’t get home fast enough.  My body was overwhelmed with pain like I never felt before.  As soon as we walked through the door, I immediately headed for the couch, where I spent the next four days. I had to call my mom to help me take care of the kids.  In addition to my existing symptoms, I also suffered from oppressive chest pain, muscles/joints that felt bruised, extreme coldness in my arms and face, and TMJ-like jaw pain.   I also had the sensation that my aching spine and pelvis were going to slide out of my body.

I cried often, because I had no idea how to cope with these bizarre symptoms.

I tried heating packs, ice packs, Tylenol/Advil, but nothing even remotely helped me.

My temperature was still normal at 98.6.

My mom, who is a nurse, thought maybe I had a virus, but most of the symptoms did not even resemble any virus I had ever had in the past, plus I was not running a fever.  Even after the four worst days of feeling severely “sick,” most of my symptoms never fully disappeared.

At this point, I was at my wits’ end, so I finally decided to get some help.  So even though I was terrified of the possible outcomes, I made an appointment to see my primary care physician.

After reviewing my list of symptoms and seeing the pictures of my hands, he thought it was very likely that I had rheumatoid arthritis. He immediately referred me to a rheumatologist, who wanted to test me for not only rheumatoid arthritis, but also lupus, mononucleosis, and multiple sclerosis.

He ordered some x-rays of my hands and a lot of bloodwork.   He also prescribed a week’s worth of steroids to see if that would help.

My daily life started becoming a real chore for me.  Everything and anything I usually did without a problem was now unbearable or overwhelming.  The mornings and evenings were the worst times of day for my pain, fatigue, and weakness.  I tried to stay strong, especially for my children, but there were days where I felt like giving up on everything.

I tried talking to a few friends and family members about how I was feeling, but they would just say that I was complaining too much and/or accuse me of being a hypochondriac. I had never felt so alone in my life.

The results of the blood tests and x-rays came back the following week and were completely normal.  Also, the steroids ended up not helping me at all.  Based on these findings, the rheumotologist suggested that I may have fibromyalgia.  He prescribed an NSAID called mobic to help with my muscle/joint pain and an anti-convulsant/anti-neuropathy medication called gabapentin to help with my nerve pain.

The doctor said that diagnosing fibromyalgia was very tricky because there are no actual diagnostic tools. Instead, the diagnosis is made after everything else has been ruled out.  He also wanted to wait and see how the next few months went with the new medications before confirming the suspected diagnosis.

During the following months, both of the medications had made a difference to where my daily activities became more tolerable.  I still felt very fatigued, but my quality of sleep seemed to be more restorative (due to the gabapentin).  My muscle and joint pain were definitely persistent but they were on more manageable levels (due to the mobic).

When I went back to the doctor in August 2008, he reviewed all of my test results and evaluated me again, then officially diagnosed me with fibromyalgia, a syndrome characterized by chronic pain, stiffness, and tenderness of muscles, tendons, and joints (definition by MedicineNet.com).

The treatment for fibromyalgia includes pain medication and exercise.  The doctor advised me to continue with the medications I was currently taking and to try doing light exercise when possible.  He also warned me that my medication combination was not always going to be perfect.  He said it may take a few tries with various medications before reaching optimal pain management, and what works for me now may not work for me in a few years.

I was completely devastated, knowing that I was going to live with unrelenting complicated pain and severe fatigue for the rest of my life.

Sometimes, in addition to medication and exercise, doctors recommend a gluten-free diet to help alleviate fibromyalgia symptoms.  Coincidentally, I had already been on a gluten-free diet for 4 years already, due to having an auto-immune digestive disorder called Celiac Disease.  Unfortunately, being on this diet did not stop me from having fibromyalgia nor had it eased its symptoms.  My doctor said that I’m one of the unlucky fibromyalgia patients who was not positively affected by a gluten free diet.  Sometimes I like to think that being gluten free has stopped my fibromyalgia symptoms from becoming uncontrollable.

A diagnosis of fibromyalgia carries a negative stigma in society because the symptoms are very vague and are not so clear-cut as other diseases/conditions.  I have actually heard people say that there is no such thing as fibromyalgia, or that the symptoms are fake and they are all in the person’s head.

It is also widely believed that people who have fibromyalgia just want attention and/or medication.  There are many doctors do not recognize fibromyalgia as an actual medical condition.  Therefore, people who do have fibromyalgia usually have to see numerous doctors before receiving a diagnosis.  Luckily for me, reaching a diagnosis for my symptoms only took 6 months and involved seeing only 2 doctors.  Some people suffer for years before finding an answer.

Since my diagnosis, additional symptoms have added themselves onto the original list, such as hypersensitivity to stimuli.  For example, if there is too much light or sound, I start feeling very overwhelmed and need to remove myself from the situation.

There are times where I cannot be touched, when even my clothes feel like too much overload on my skin and receiving a hug actually HURTS.

I also started becoming sensitive to the weather patterns, especially low pressure systems.  I jokingly call myself the “human barometer” because I seem to predict rain better than the weatherman!  During periods of damp or cold weather, my muscles and joints heavily protest, and in turn, the pain increases substantially.

I found that I have a low tolerance for any kind of exercise, it makes me feel worse rather than making me feel energetic and refreshed.

I have also developed difficulty with my short term memory and concentration (ie-”fibro-fog”), which has affected all aspects of my life, especially work.

Today, it remains difficult for me to deal with the pain and fatigue that I experience every day with fibromyalgia.  My doctor has changed my pain reliever from mobic to tramadol, which is a bit stronger, so my pain is at a tolerable level most of the time.  But I definitely have my share of bad days.

On a positive note, I have learned a few things from my experience with fibromyalgia.

I’ve learned not push myself to do more than I can handle, but I’m still learning that it’s okay to ask for help.

I have also learned to prioritize what is actually important and to just take things one day at a time.

Having fibromyalgia has made me realize it is so important not to take anything for granted.

After my diagnosis, my rheumatologist had pointed out to me that fibromyalgia is not a deadly or destructive disease, which is very fortunate.  However, living with chronic pain and fatigue is still a difficult challenge, no matter what the cause.

Yes, fibromyalgia is REAL.

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PWC Hallie Kretsinger’s Watercolors Raise Money for CFIDS

The story of how PWC Hallie Kretsinger’s watercolors have helped in the efforts to raise money for CFIDS.

Creating hope with ‘happy post’

An article about a UK teenager with CFS — Vikki George — who started the Post Pals service for sending postcards to sick children.

Post Pals – Post a smile on a sick child’s face

Post Pals — the Web site for the “postcards for sick children” service founded by teenage CFS victim Vikki George.

Hollywood Legend Blake Edwards, PWC

Information on Blake Edwards, a PWC for more than 20 years, and his honorary Oscar, plus links to a video clip featuring Edwards’s comments about his struggle with CFIDS from “I Remember Me.”

A dead horse rescued me

An interview with Laura Hillenbrand, author of Seabiscuit.

Author of ‘Seabiscuit’ endures rough ride

An article about Laura Hillenbrand, the author of “Seabiscuit” who has CFS. The article was written after the publication of her book and shortly before the release of the film based on the book.

Betting on Seabiscuit

An article that originally appeared in the December 2002 issue of Smithonsonian Magazine about how, despite her chronic fatigue syndrome, Laura Hillenbrand beat the odds and wrote a bestseller.

CFIDS Advocate Tom Sheridan

Tom Sheridan of The Sheridan Group is a Capitol Hill lobbysit and advocate for CFIDS causes.

Spotlight on Dr. Lucinda “Cindy” Bateman

An article about Dr. Lucinda “Cindy” Bateman, a doctor who (as of 2005)  has spent more than 15 years working with patients who have CFIDS and Fibromyalgia. Dr. Bateman is the co-founder and executive director of OFFER, the Organization for Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Education and Research.

SupportME.co.UK

Established by a recovering M.E./CFS sufferer, this site is an online resource for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Post Viral Fatigue Syndrome, and Fibromyalgia resource.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? or Chronic Mercury Poisoning?

Jeff Clark’s personal site that includes articles about his claims he was cured of Chronic Fatigue.

Personal Stories

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome robs its victims of their chances to lead normal lives. These are first-person PWC accounts of how devastating the illness has been to the patient, written on a very personal level, often with details about how CFS / CFIDS / ME has affected family life and relationships, friendships, ability to work, social life, and other things that most people take for granted.

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Back Scratchers

Back scratchers definitely make life easier, especially for those with range-of-motion or mobility issues — and are among the must-have items for those who wish to make living alone easier. Keeping a back scratcher within easy reach certainly beats having to resort to finding a wall or doorway to rub up against or trying other desperate measures to scratch that itch you otherwise can’t reach.

17.5″ Bamboo Back Scratcher

This material used to make this back scratcher is cut from mature bamboo, which makes it environmentally responsible — and very strong and sturdy. The handle is a comfortable hand filling 1 1/2″ wide, not a skinny stick like you’ll find on other back scratchers. The handles are stiff, so you won’t have to bend away from your back when you’re trying to scratch hard. Each is hand made; no two are identical.

Bamboo is a fantastic material. Not only is it strong and durable, but since it is technically a type of grass, it is also very easy to grow and harvest in an environmentally responsible manner. In other ways, scratching your back is another way you can go green.

Set of 3 Bamboo Back Scratchers

If you want to keep a back scratcher within easy reach. you can buy them in the discounted package of three (3).

There are other options available, such as a back scratcher with a rake design, a rake-style back scratcher with a cushioned grip, and a telescoping handle back scratcher (which is nice if you want one for in the glove compartment or to carry in your purse), but for the low price and added ease of being able to slip it inside your clothing to reach an itch, the best bet is usually a simple bamboo back scratcher.

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Grabber Reaching Aids

Grabber reaching aids definitely make life easier, especially for those with range-of-motion or mobility issues — and are among the must-have items for those who wish to make living alone easier. Grabber reaching aids come in a variety of models and prices.

Carex 26 Inch EZ Grabber Reaching Aid

Easy-to-use grabbers and reachers help when you need to grasp items from hard-to-reach places. Different models help with different tasks.

The Carex 26 Inch EZ Grabber Reaching Aid shown on the left has a 90-degree rotating arm that lets you adjust the angle from which you wish to pick up something.

Whether it’s something you dropped on the floor (or was already there) or something lightweight you need to get from a shelf, a moderately priced grabber reaching aid like the Carex 26 Inch EZ Grabber will make living alone easier.

Ontel GOP2-MC18/6 Gopher 2 Pick Up and Reaching Tool

For on average $5.00 less, you can get the Ontel Gopher 2 Pick Up and Reaching Tool. This inexpensive model also has a rotating arm, plus the added convenience of being jointed in the center of that arm so that — if you don’t have a convenient place to lean it up against the wall so it’s within easy reach but out of view so it doesn’t clutter the room appearance — you can fold it up for easier storage. The comfortable handle with large trigger that activates two suction-cupped gripping “fingers” when squeezed.

Improving Lifestyles 32-inch Reacher/Grabber Deluxe with Folding and Locking Feature

The Improving Lifestyles 32-inch Reacher/Grabber Deluxe with Folding and Locking Feature is another inexpensive model, and this grabber has a 32-inch reach and convenient folding design. (Warning: Unless you move fast and are there to monitor their actions, keep this style grabber away from preschool-aged boys. They seem to have a fascination with removing the suction cups. In most cases, the suction cups can be glued back in place. But when young boys go into one of their disassemble modes, that can’t be guaranteed.)

The least expensive model discussed on this page is the 26-inch Folding Helping Hand Long-Reach Pick-Up Gripper -Light Weight Aluminum Body.

32-Inch PikStik-Pro Aluminum Reacher

The 32″ PikStik-Pro offers an easy to operate locking mechanism, a soft surface ergonomic handle, thermoplastic resin tips that provide a non-slip gripping surface, 5.5″ rotating jaw opening, and a lightweight anodized dual channel shaft for unprecedented strength.

The 32-inch PikStik PRO is an all-purpose reacher designed for multiple ages and uses. The patented design is strong, light weight, safe, and available in different colors and sizes.

The jaws of the 32″ PikStik-Pro rotate to reach all spaces; they have a locking mechanism that can be used to grab an object securely and then disengaged when you’re ready to remove the object from jaws.

Also available:  20″ PikStik-Pro

Unger 36-Inch Nifty Nabber Pick-Up Tool with Aluminum Handle

The 36-inch Unger Nifty Nabber is designed to pick up something as small as a penny or as large as an 8-pound object.

It has rubber molder over the steel grabbing “fingers” so it won’t damage the object you’re picking up. It operates via a squeeze handle.

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Lotion Applicators

Lotion applicators definitely make life easier, especially for those with range-of-motion or mobility issues — and are among the must-have items for those who wish to make living alone easier.

Lotion applicators come in a variety of models and price ranges.

AquaBella Easy Lotion Applicator

The AquaBella Easy Lotion Applicator has a wooden handle and a sponge applicator (with a protective covering).

The sponge is easy to clean. Simply wash it with soap and water, and cover the sponge with the protective cover, so it’s fresh for your next use.

Another use is to use the AquaBella Easy Lotion Applicator to suds your back in the shower. One Amazon reviewer says that she hasn’t found a better device for this use because: “I have tried other applicators in the meantime, and have found NONE that work as well without scratching me in some manner due to the way others were constructed. Others are made of plastic with sharpish edges that scratch when you run them over your back. This applicator is similar to the size and shape of a bar of soap, however it is sculptured and contoured on the edges and could never scratch anything.”

Earth Therapeutics Lotion Applicator

The Earth Therapeutics Lotion Applicator is similar to the AquaBella Easy Lotion Applicator; the main difference is the ERGO-FORM non-slip ergonomic grip and longer 14″ handle.

If you’re prone to drop things, you therefore might prefer the easier to grasp, non-slip ergonomic grip on the Earth Therapeutics Lotion Applicator.

Other Lotion Applicators Alternatives

Other lotion applicator alternatives include the Roll-A-Lotion lotion applicator with 19 massaging, rolling balls; the bit more expensive Hydas Body Creamer Skin Care Set that has a sponge attachment, a exfoliating sisal head attachment, and a moisturizing attachment with rotating balls; or the even more expensive Body Buddy Lotion Applicator (pictured on the right).

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Long Handle Brush and Comb

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A long-handled brush and comb can help make life easier, especially for those with range-of-motion or mobility issues — and are among the must-have items for those who wish to make living alone easier. A long-handled brush and comb are especially important for those who have difficulty reaching above shoulder level.

Etac Beauty Comb

The Etac Beauty Comb is a long-handled comb ergonomically designed and carefully balanced to provide maximum power with minimal effort and strain on your hands, arms, and shoulders.

The Etac Beauty Comb is 14.5 inches long and specially designed to allow you the perfect reach all over your head, even if your reach stops at the shoulder.

The oval handle for the Etac Beauty Comb has a soft-grip and textured surface assures a better and more stable grip, which can give you extended reach and improved strength.

Etac Beauty Hair Brush

The Etac Beauty Hair Brush is a long-handled brush with same ergonomically designed and carefully balanced design as the Etac Beauty Comb that provides maximum power with minimal effort and strain on your hands, arms, and shoulders.

The soft-grip, textured handle on the Etac Beauty Hair Brush is 14.5 inches long and specially designed to allow you the perfect reach all over your head, even if your reach stops at the shoulder.

As a compromise, you might consider the Etac Beauty Kit which includes the Etac Beauty Comb along with a long-handled bath bruth and a Multi-Purpose Grip to use to hold a razor, nail file, or toothbrush.

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Back Scrubbers

Back scrubbers definitely make life easier, especially for those with range-of-motion or mobility issues — and are among the must-have items for those who wish to make living alone easier.

Back scrubbers come in a variety of models and prices.

Popular types of styles of back scrubbers include long handle models with a loofah, cleaning, or net pouf (mesh) sponge. Others have nylon bristles or natural bristles. Also popular are the two-handled back scrubbers and those with a dual-sided head that has bristles on one side and massaging “beads” on the other.

The AquaBella Long Handle Bath Brush is a 14-inch long back scrubber.

The AquaBella Long Handle Bath Brush’s nylon bristle brush provides a gentle, cleansing massage and is appropriate for use with bath soap or gel.

The 18-inch AquaBella Loofah Back Scrubber Brush is a high quality bath brush with a 5-inch long removable loofah sponge head.

A loofah will be soften once its wet, which makes it a great natural defoliator.

The 18-inch AquaBella Natural Bristled Bath Brush has an all-natural, removable bristle brush.

The AquaBella Natural Bristled Bath Brush’s long handle makes it great for reaching your back and other hard-to-reach areas of your body.

The AquaBella Deluxe Mesh Brush helps a little soap or bath gel go a long way. The all-around net mesh also makes the brush gentle on your skin. The handle is easy to grasp, a great consideration for those who are prone to drop things.

Note: The AquaBella Deluxe Mesh Brush is also appropriate to use as a lotion applicator. (It’s recommended that you use a separate brush for the shower and another one for lotion.)

Tip: If you don’t have time to wash out the AquaBella Deluxe Mesh Brush after use (with either soap or lotion), place an appropriately sized zip-closure baggie over the head; this allows you to store or hang the brush without the soap or lotion in the head attracting dirt or dripping onto a bathroom surface.

The AquaBella Massaging Bath Brush has a natural bristle brush on one side of the head and massaging beads on the other.

At 12 inches the AquaBella Massaging Bath Brush is a little shorter than some back scrubbers, but some prefer the stability of a non-removable head.

Like most long-handled back scrubbers, the AquaBella Massaging Bath Brush has a hanging “loop” so it is easy to hang to dry.

The AquaBella Sisal Back Scrubber is a dual-handled, exfoliating back scrubber made of natural sisal scrubber and terry cloth.

The dual handles make it easy to stretch the AquaBella Sisal Back Scrubber to get to those hard-to-reach places on your back and body.

As a plus, the AquaBella Sisal Back Scrubber can also be used as a back scratcher.

The two-handled, Dual Sided Back Scrubber lets you clean and massage your back (and other hard-to-reach places) at the same side.

One side of the Dual Sided Back Scrubber has large bristles, and the other side has smaller one, letting you choose which style of scrubbing, massaging, and exfoliating action you prefer.

The Dual Sided Back Scrubber also has comfort-grip handles.

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A Foot Brush

A foot brush and foot care aids definitely make life easier, especially for those with range-of-motion or mobility issues — and are among the must-have items for those who wish to make living alone easier.

Brushes for the feet and other feet-cleaning aids come in a variety of models and prices.

Foot Cleaning Brush by Rose

The 25″ long, long-reach wand on this Foot Cleaning Brush lets you clean your feet without bending.

The Foot Cleaning Brush by Rose features soft nylon bristles.

The Foot Cleaning Brush by Rose has a sponge tip to clean with soap or to use to apply lotions and medicinal ointments.

Long Handled Foot Brush by Dynamic Living, Inc.

This Long Reach Foot Brush and Toe Washer makes it easy to clean your feet, even if you can’t bend down!

The Long-Handled Foot Brush has bristled brush scrubs for use on the soles of your feet.

Other features are:

• Soft foam sponge to slide between your toes to remove dirt.
• A length of more than 20″ to help you reach your feet in the shower or tub.

Ms. Pedicure 2-in-1 Foot Brush & Pumice

The Ms. Pedicure 2-in-1 Foot Brush & Pumice can be used in the bath, in the shower, or while soaking your feet. Use it to scrub your feet, cuticles, and under nails with the brush; use the pumice to rub away dry, rough skin and calluses. When you’re done, simply rinse the brush and pumice and then hang to dry.

One reviewer says:

“I use this brush with the pumice side removed…the angle of the handle and the low height of the brush’s bristles are perfect for getting inside Uggs boots and lined Crocs to brush them out. Nothing else works as well.”

Natural Bristle Brush Options:

6 1/2-inch Merben International Hard Texture Coconut Foot Brush

The 6 1/2-inch Merben International Hard Texture Coconut Foot Brush is a handmade natural coconut foot brush is perfect for a fabulous foot massage at the end of a long day to relieve your dry, itchy and aching feet. Brush to have soft and smooth sandal-ready feet all the time! 6 1/2 inches in length, this handheld foot brush can be used wet or dry to soften dry and rough skin on the heels and soles of your feet. The natural coconut bristles are firm but gentle on your tender tootsies!

8-inch Merben International Hard Texture Coconut Foot Brush

The 8-inch Merben International Hard Texture Coconut Foot Brush is natural, handmade brush that provides a longer handle for an easier reach.
The longer reach makes it a more convenient way for those with mobility issues to clean their feet.

EcoTools BAMBOO Foot Brush & File

The EcoTools BAMBOO Foot Brush & File lets you bring more green into your shower scene!
Scrub feet clean with the brush side, then smooth and soften with the file. (Green advantages: File made of eco paper. Recyclable paper hangtag. File shrinkwrapped in recyclable plastic.)

Practical Alternatives to a long-handle foot brush:

Soapy Soles Elite Foot Brush

The Soapy Soles Elite is a 3-in-1 foot care product that scrubs, massages, and indulges your feet with three different surfaces. One cleans, one massages, and one stimulates. Therefore the Soapy Soles Elite give you the  ultimate way to clean and massage your feet – without bending over.

The Soapy Soles Elite pad suctions to the floor of a tub or shower. The bumpy center oval has nodes or “bumps” that can be used for a reflexology home treatment to reduce stress and improve health.

The center oval is detachable and can be replaced with the Elite Pumice or Elite Soap Dispenser. Just pop out the center insert and pop in a different insert. Use the Pumice for exfoliating and gently removing dead, dry skin. Rub your foot over the Elite Soap Dispenser to release just the right amount of your favorite liquid soap.

Avivo Shower Sandal Footscrubber

The Avivo Shower Sandal brings the spa treatment directly to you, allowing you to gently scrub, massage, and stimulate your feet without bending. This Avivo Shower Sandal’s soft, high-quality bristles offer premium cleaning power, while its sole features suction cups (shown on the right side of the picture on the right) that affix securely to your shower or tub surface. With this innovative sandal, an invigorating foot scrub is as simple as moving your foot back and forth while showering.

Keeping the Avivo Shower Sandal clean is a snap because it is safe to wash it in the dishwasher or washing machine.

Sole Scrubber Foot Mat

Take a cue from Asian culture and make foot scrubbing an end of the day ritual with this convenient mat. Suction cups secure the foot-shaped mat to the tub or shower floor, while plastic fibers cleanse and massage. With a squirt of Tea Tree Oil Purifying Foot Wash, squeaky-clean feet are just a shuffle away. (Note: The suggested Tea Tree Oil Purifying Foot Wash has antiseptic properties from the tea tree oil and deodorizing ones from a refreshing blend of Citrus and Wild Mint.)

Pedi-Perfect Foot Scrub

No more bending or back pain.

The Pedi-Perfect Foot Scrub is a unique foot cleaning system you use in the shower. 2-in-1 pumice and nylon brush sides provide you with an easy way to clean and polish feet. It suctions to the shower floor for secure footing.
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