Why Showering Every Day After 65 Could Be Doing More Harm Than Help.

Falls remain one of the most common causes of injury among seniors. Showering every day can unnecessarily raise this risk, particularly for those with balance problems, joint pain, low blood pressure, or reduced strength.

Being clean doesn’t mean showering daily

One key point is often overlooked: cleanliness doesn’t require a daily shower.

Many dermatologists and geriatric experts suggest that adults over 65 usually only need to shower two or three times a week—unless they sweat heavily, experience incontinence, or have a medical condition that requires more frequent bathing.

On days without a full shower, simple habits are often enough, such as:

• Washing the face, hands, underarms, and groin

• Changing clothes regularly

• Using a warm, damp cloth for spot cleaning

These steps maintain hygiene while being kinder to aging skin.

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