vacuum cleaner recommendations?

02-03-2021, 09:08 AM

Any vacuum cleaner recommendations?

I have shoulder pain from arthritis, rotator cuff issues, etc. that only flares up if I do something I shouldn't.
I just moved to a bigger home with rugs and need a vacuum cleaner.
My daughter's is aggravating my shoulder. It's one of those with the heavy part of it high on the handle.
I thought I should just get a cannister, but I keep reading those are "heavy" for the elderly or those with Parkinson's etc. so I wonder if cannisters are bad for bad shoulders too.

Any vacuum cleaner advice or experience is appreciated.

And, yes, I've been to doctors, had x-rays, MRIs etc. and might actually consider surgery after I get my COVID vaccine since I am now living close to family again.

02-03-2021, 01:14 PM

Is your daughter's a dyson?

q

02-03-2021, 04:46 PM

Mom has a Tineco A10 Hero - it's a cordless. But it only weighs around 5 pounds. She has shoulder issues, it was the lightest one we could find. May give it a look over.

02-03-2021, 06:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by quincy

Is your daughter's a dyson?

q

My daughter's vacuum is a:
Shark LZ601, APEX UpLight Lift-Away DuoClean with Self-Cleaning Brushroll Stick Vacuum
It weighs 10.7 lbs, with a lot of the weight just below the handle, which is the problem. It's been a very popular design for the last 6+ years.

There is a Dyson V7 of similar design and price that only weighs 5.29 pounds, but it is cordless, which means when the battery runs down, no more vacuuming --and I really don't think my shoulder would appreciate it.

But I am open to feedback and others' experiences.

02-04-2021, 03:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thelyricwriter

Mom has a Tineco A10 Hero - it's a cordless. But it only weighs around 5 pounds. She has shoulder issues, it was the lightest one we could find. May give it a look over.

I considered that one, but the reviews said the battery charge lasts only about 20 minutes.
I suppose having a battery that cuts me off after 20 minutes would prevent me from making my shoulder hurt.
What does your mom say about it?

02-04-2021, 11:43 AM

I would look into the Dysons...their newest ones have a longer running time, light weight, but pricey.
I agree that you won't be doing a lot in a single time. 5 minutes in one or two rooms a day goes a long way. They are very efficient and easy to keep clean regarding maintenance.
Whatever one you get, ultimately it will be better with a split cleaning schedule and less balanced weight while vacuuming.

q

02-22-2021, 03:01 AM

Hi. Sometimes I also have some problems with my right shoulder but honestly I can't understand how vacuum cleaner can help. Can anyone explain that? Thanks

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