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For most people, using a toilet isn’t something you think twice about. However, when living with a progressive neuromuscular disease like myositis, performing this basic function requires planning.
Using a standard toilet when you have lower body weakness can be challenging and even dangerous, with falls being a major concern. The quadriceps, one of the primary muscles used when getting on and off the toilet, is also one of the first to be affected by myostis. Quadriceps weakness is a primary reason people see a doctor before being diagnosed. Therefore, many people living with myositis need to make modifications to use the toilet safely and comfortably. Of all the options currently available, a toilet lift is one of the best solutions, and here’s why.