Question about opening cheese package

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GNTLGNT

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My Nana has Raynaud's disease so I am always thinking in terms of 'how can an elderly person possibly open this?!' when I see packaging like that.
I spend a lot of my time at her place opening things for her... it's tough for her and people like this.
...that particular affliction shouldn't hamper opening packaging, that's a peripheral blood flow issue-but co-existing arthritis sure would...and as far as Rty?...it's nice to see him get into something semi-whacky rather than his usual fare...he shouldn't be offended, he has seen enough of this group...
 

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...that particular affliction shouldn't hamper opening packaging, that's a peripheral blood flow issue-but co-existing arthritis sure would...and as far as Rty?...it's nice to see him get into something semi-whacky rather than his usual fare...he shouldn't be offended, he has seen enough of this group...
Nana is 95, so her hands/grip is pretty weak. (though she has had the Raynaud's for years and had very little feeling in her fingers because of it.)
 

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Nana is 95, so her hands/grip is pretty weak. (though she has had the Raynaud's for years and had very little feeling in her fingers because of it.)
...indeed, that makes the issue clearer to me now....and even at 53 I hate the damn things...why should I have to have a sharp blade with me just to get into packaging?...anit-shoplifting device you say?....so they just steal the whole damn thing!...duh....
 

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...indeed, that makes the issue clearer to me now....and even at 53 I hate the damn things...why should I have to have a sharp blade with me just to get into packaging?...anit-shoplifting device you say?....so they just steal the whole damn thing!...duh....
I've noticed that since I've been working regularly on the MB my wrists and hand grip have become weaker. My other job is cleaning and when I have had a particularly busy day there is quite a bit of pain.
I'm having to get my boys to open (new) jars sometimes now... (and I'm not quite mid 40's.)
 

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I've noticed that since I've been working regularly on the MB my wrists and hand grip have become weaker. My other job is cleaning and when I have had a particularly busy day there is quite a bit of pain.
I'm having to get my boys to open (new) jars sometimes now... (and I'm not quite mid 40's.)
...what about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, that could be part of it-repetitive motion pain....plus, this type of discomfort is hereditary so some early intervention would be wise...
 

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I don't think so...
The wax is warm, not hot. Immerse hand, take it out and it is coated with the warm wax. You can then wrap the hand in towel or place in cloth glove for a period of time. The wax just peels off and can be re used. I did see a difference.
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Dana Jean

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The wax is warm, not hot. Immerse hand, take it out and it is coated with the warm wax. You can then wrap the hand in towel or place in cloth glove for a period of time. The wax just peels off and can be re used. I did see a difference.
wax_warmer_sample.jpg
I have one of these and it did help my hands.
 

Neesy

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I would cut it in half (with the plastic on it) and then make a cut in the plastic at one of the exposed ends and then slowly peel away the plastic.

. . .Am I getting punked?

Somehow I feel as if I'm making a fool of myself . . .

It's okay - just don't 'cut the cheese' while cutting the cheese.
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Neesy

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This is copied from a site called "Myhealthtips"

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Really? - they must be joking - you are sleeping for heaven's sake!

Must we control all of our bodily functions, even while asleep?

Of course, I sleep alone the majority of the year - Andy hasn't complained yet when he comes home but maybe he is just too polite :rofl::bad_smelly:
 

PatInTheHat

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Has your nana ever tried the warm wax submersion for her hands? It seemed to help my mom's hands/finger with her circulation.
That and bee stings on the afflicted joints, well, unless of course.one is allergic, that and/or maybe in one's 90's.
No foolin', it's an old granny witch curative which works for many dumb, um, I mean, willing, to try it...hey I seen it work, my ol' mule skinnin' partner kept hives so he could blast his hands with bee venom, stopped bein' able to tie his boots, hold a spoon, much less open a jar or bottle til he started doin' it, yeah owwy owwy but pretty daggum nifty
 

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I've noticed that since I've been working regularly on the MB my wrists and hand grip have become weaker. My other job is cleaning and when I have had a particularly busy day there is quite a bit of pain.
I'm having to get my boys to open (new) jars sometimes now... (and I'm not quite mid 40's.)
Mz. Flake, I have had one of these for years now, have not had to ask for help since getting it.

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