Both at home and in restaurants, I cut up some of the meats and vegetables that are hard for her to manage. She has a buttoner for buttoning and unbuttoning clothing, but since that is very time-consuming, I help her dress and undress whenever I can. We have placed tong-like tools around the house to help her pick up small objects. Items in drawers and in the refrigerator are placed near the front for easier access. The Scleroderma Foundation in no way endorses any drugs or treatments reported on this website.
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Because the manifestations and severity of scleroderma vary among individuals, personalized medical management is essential. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that all drugs and treatments be discussed with one's physician to assure proper evaluation and treatment.