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Shower hour - personal care management for MG warriors

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Shower hour! . As evening approaches so can the fearful thoughts: 'Do I have enough energy to shower, without putting myself in danger?' 'Can I do it myself or do I once again need to ask for help?' Here are some of my tips and tricks for personal care management for MG warriors and those suffering from fatigue. 1) Choose the right time for you Some of us have more energy in the morning and feel somewhat recharged when we wake. Personally, I struggle to get up in the morning and the thought of still having to shower, especially on a cold morning puts me off even more. I choose to shower at night to avoid the race against the clock in the morning. As showering can be very tiring, I can also safely rest after completing this task. 2) Have the right equipment in your shower  - Handles/ Grab rails : Most showers are not equipt for persons with disabilities. Extra handles are cheap and easy to install. I have purchased some from the local pharmacy that suc