How heavy is this toothbrush? Would it be okay for an older person with some arthritis?
638039
It has some weight to it but not heavy per se. The handle is a nice size so gripping would not be an issue. Unless extremely frail I thi this is a fine product. Good luck.
638040
I don't know the exact weight; I'd estimate about 8 oz. I guess it would depend how severe the arthritis is as to whether it would be suitable. If not too severe, I do not think they would have any problem with its weight.
638041
I think it would be fine but of course this depends on the degree of arthritis.
877742
These mugs are a little bit weighty. They are pretty sturdy. The plates and bowls are of average weight, not any heavier than any other plate. The mugs are rather large, so by virtue of size alone they have noticeable weight to them. I think that even with arthritis, you would be able to lift it.
904483
If you have arthritis in your hands I would not recommend this Unit. The pressure is a little more in this unit compared to the Dyson rechargeable Vac which I also have. Hope this answer helps.
958526
It is wonderful .My mom is 93 and lobes this walker .It only weighs 8 lbs .She van go anywhere with it .Hope this helps.
548036
We hang our kid's electric toothbrushes and they are fine. I wouldn't try my Sonicare though (too heavy.)
575172
This is not heavy at all. It is good quality amd I use mine alot and I have arthritis.
969239
actually I used it and it is poorly built and heavy this is actually built for old aged people it may help some what in just walking but it bothers a lot while walking which is more severe than arthritis So I would no recommend it for running .
1495235
You could still operate it. If you have lots of pain in that area, it may be difficult to operate, otherwise you should be fine. This one is 3-4 inches to long for me and I am 5'8". If you are taller than that, it will be fine for you but if the same size or shorter, I would look at the 32" one. Even the one with the pistol handle, which might work better for your arthritis. Hope this helps in your decision.
1609195
I don't have a scale to weigh it. But I'm 80 years old and can lift it with one hand. In my opinion it's a great health tool.
71764
Hi! It weighs at almost three pounds...if buying for a senior citizen, please check with their doctor first because it is heavy and it is powerful on the high speed...you don't want any injuries or bruises if it's dropped accudently... I love mine and it works great in a short amount of time, just check with their doctor and follow the directions included!
776277
I wouldn't use this toothbrush myself it is a child/tweens toothbrush but if you have a small mouth I think it would be suitable.
1566812
It weighs 4lb 7 and 3/4 oz. weighed on my kitchen food scale. I have rheumatoid arthritis and can pick it up easily. Also the handles stay cool and are ergonomically designed which helps in lifting it easily.
71763
Hi!It weighs at almost three pounds...if buying for a senior citizen, please check with their doctor first because it is heavy and it is powerful on the high speed...you don't want any injuries or bruises if it's dropped accudently...I love mine and it works great in a short amount of time, just check with their doctor and follow the directions included!
1421298
It's not heavy like cast iron is. I don't find it to be any problem, and I am 63 years old. The two handles at the end make it easy to manipulate. I have no difficulty washing it in the sink! If this doesn't answer your question, feel free to ask me for more info! Thanks, Sherry
342588
The head of the toothbrush is a normal size as appears in the picture. Different brush heads are available. I don't know what you mean by sensitive gums. However, you can vary the amount of pressure you apply up to the point where it blinks to tell you that you are pushing too hard. There are two speeds to pick from so you should find one of them satisfactory. A certain amount of "vibration" and pressure is required to adequately clean your teeth, of course. I've found it to do a much better job then a manual toothbrush.
2235318
That doesn't seem right. But I can't be sure without weighing it. I will say I put it together with no difficulty, and pick it up and move it easily. It doesn't seem heavy. I am seventy with a bad arm, so I think it if I can pick it up and move it, most people can. It is sturdy though.
71765
I do not have a scale but it is heavy. I used it on my 87-year-old father. He wouldn't have been able to handle it with the weight and his inability to use his shoulders at this point. He has become frail and I'm afraid the vibration at this point would hurt him, so I no longer use it on him. Great for a younger person though who can handle it on their own.