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Hacks related to staying comfortable, reducing pain, and/or improving ergonomics in various situations.

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Making a cane grip

There are flocking kits available with which you could try to convert the cane handle to a softer or non-slip grip, but even the cheapest is not very cheap. My hack solution is to wear a cotton glove …
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What are some useful excercise which I can do to prevent back pain?

I can't say that my back pain was the same as yours, but when I need a new chair I bought a typist's chair to work at my desktop PC because I don't like those "manager style" office chairs which are o …
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Stop waking up with a crushed ear?

Use a feather pillow. The pillow can be shaped with one hand so that there is a slight depression under your ear. This removes the pressure on your ear. In addition, it you sleep with one hand cupped …
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How can I make my work from home table interesting and comfy

I worked from home for 25 years, after working in an office for 10. There are some differences between working at home or in company premises (and in my case there wasn't an office I could check in to …
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How can I prevent super glue from getting on my fingers?

Don't oil your fingers because won't be able to handle the toys you want to mend the glue will not stick So wear disposable gloves, such as these. Images from Amazon Available online, or at builder …
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What is the fastest way to remove the smell from the previous toilet user's business?

If you need to go in there now . . . My hack is instead of trying to remove the smell, prevent it reaching you. clip a clothes peg/pin on your nose or pinch the nostrils closed with one hand (if you …
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Finding primary keyboard keys in the dark - alternative to purchasing adhesive dots

My hack is to obtain a USB powered LED lamp. Available for less than the cost of a keyboard. Here is a set of 5 flexible lamps for £1 each. Image from Amazon
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