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She asked me whether bending over like that would cause “heartburn”, something she’s felt lately when bending over like that? Anyone have any idea of what she’s talking about?
Yes, that can cause heartburn. As others have said you can get a handheld shower head and install it yourself. We have had one for years and it even has an off switch so you can turn it off before you try to hang it up again.
If she had a shower head that could be hand held, she could wash her hair in the shower without getting her face wet. Buy on Amazon and install yourself. It's easy.
Search "caps to wash hair in the shower" you will see all kinds of stuff. I used the hand held shower head with mom putting her head back and a handtowel over her face. The handheld shower heads can be bought at Walmart under $20.
Ahh the potential caus3 and effect theory. This might be something to ask a doctor to search for an answer. If she also bends over with routine work like weeding or laundrey, should that also cause the problem? She could try taking a PPI in the morning to see if it goes away. I am a sink washer all my adult life. So I would be resistant to change without a definitive answer. I get heartburn for a different reason that was found by endoscopy. My problem was a surprise. If she is a morning washer, the heartburn might arise from night time reflux. She could have a hiatal hernia or something else.
At 92 I highly doubt you can teach her a new way to wash her hair unless an aide is washing her hair for her. Yes, the position could cause heartburn. You should talk to her PCP about this and maybe they will try putting her on a PPI medication.
To prevent heartburn when washing hair, adjust the routine to avoid completely bending the head forward, which puts pressure on the stomach. Instead, wash hair while sitting upright at a salon-style sink, taking a shower, or using a specialized Hair Washing Tray to keep gravity working in your favor.
Key Lifestyle Adjustments
Time meals carefully: Never bend over or lie down within 2 to 3 hours of eating a meal. Avoid large portions: Switch to several small meals throughout the day to reduce stomach fullness. Adjust clothing: Loosen belts or any restrictive garments around the waist before washing or grooming. Manage trigger foods: Limit intake of highly acidic, fried, or fatty foods, chocolate, and caffeine, as these can weaken the esophageal sphincter.
Over-the-Counter (OTC) Solutions
Antacids: For immediate, short-term relief, OTC antacids can neutralize stomach acid quickly. H2 Blockers: Medications like famotidine (Pepcid) can reduce acid production for longer periods. Alginates: Products that form a physical "foam barrier" over stomach contents are highly effective when bending over.
When to See a Doctor
In older adults, heartburn can sometimes mimic or mask other conditions, such as angina or heart-related issues. Consult a physician or gastroenterologist if symptoms are chronic, do not respond to lifestyle changes, or if there is difficulty swallowing.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
I agree that:
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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APFM may provide information to me electronically. My electronic signature on agreements and documents has the same effect as if I signed them in ink.
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APFM may send all communications to me electronically via e-mail or by access to an APFM web site.
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If I want a paper copy, I can print a copy of the Disclosures or download the Disclosures for my records.
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This E-Sign Acknowledgement and Authorization applies to these Disclosures and all future Disclosures related to APFM's services, unless I revoke my authorization. You may revoke this authorization in writing at any time (except where we have already disclosed information before receiving your revocation.) This authorization will expire after one year.
F.
You consent to APFM's reaching out to you using a phone system than can auto-dial numbers (we miss rotary phones, too!), but this consent is not required to use our service.
Key Lifestyle Adjustments
Time meals carefully: Never bend over or lie down within 2 to 3 hours of eating a meal.
Avoid large portions: Switch to several small meals throughout the day to reduce stomach fullness.
Adjust clothing: Loosen belts or any restrictive garments around the waist before washing or grooming.
Manage trigger foods: Limit intake of highly acidic, fried, or fatty foods, chocolate, and caffeine, as these can weaken the esophageal sphincter.
Over-the-Counter (OTC) Solutions
Antacids: For immediate, short-term relief, OTC antacids can neutralize stomach acid quickly.
H2 Blockers: Medications like famotidine (Pepcid) can reduce acid production for longer periods.
Alginates: Products that form a physical "foam barrier" over stomach contents are highly effective when bending over.
When to See a Doctor
In older adults, heartburn can sometimes mimic or mask other conditions, such as angina or heart-related issues. Consult a physician or gastroenterologist if symptoms are chronic, do not respond to lifestyle changes, or if there is difficulty swallowing.