Scrubbing the middle of your back

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the challenges of effectively scrubbing and exfoliating the upper middle portion of the back, particularly for individuals who may not have assistance. Participants explore various methods, tools, and creative solutions for back exfoliation, including DIY ideas and commercial products.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested
  • Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses frustration with existing back scrubbing devices and suggests a DIY solution involving a cat scratching post.
  • Another participant mentions using a long scrub towel as a potential solution, similar to a previously described method.
  • Several participants recommend various commercial products, including back scrubbing brushes and loofahs on a stick, while noting their effectiveness varies.
  • Some participants share personal anecdotes about their experiences with back exfoliation, including the difficulty of reaching certain spots.
  • One participant humorously suggests using a battery-powered toothbrush as an unconventional tool for back scrubbing.
  • There are discussions about the social implications of needing assistance for back scrubbing, with some participants joking about the role of a significant other in this context.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the best method for back exfoliation. Multiple competing views and suggestions are presented, with varying degrees of effectiveness reported.

Contextual Notes

Some participants mention limitations in their physical ability to reach their backs due to injuries, which may affect their ability to use certain tools effectively. There are also references to personal preferences and experiences that influence the perceived need for exfoliation.

  • #31
Evo said:
Because a significant other could scrub my back and wouldn't go "eeeewww, are you kidding?"
Just don't mention 'exfoliation' in conjunction with 'back scrubbing'. The scrubber doesn't need to know.
 
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  • #32
chemisttree said:
You could try an inexpensive battery-powered toothbrush. It should be long enough to work and will have enough ommph to get the job done. The tip can be removed and you can use the motor with a replacement for your teeth. (just don't get them mixed up) The replacement package conveniently contains two brush tips... one for your teeth and one for your back. Make sure you get the left-handed version since your right arm has some limited mobility.:biggrin:

That wouldn't work---one would be WAY to small to get any kind of good scrubbing done----




now,... if you had about 20 or 30 of them attached to something...
 
  • #33
Astronuc said:
Just don't mention 'exfoliation' in conjunction with 'back scrubbing'. The scrubber doesn't need to know.

:biggrin: Yeah, I didn't really think that once you knew each other well enough to be in the shower together that scrubbing one's back was all that big of a deal. Of course, with most guys, if you called to them to come scrub your back for you and they weren't already that "close" to you, I'm pretty sure they'd assume you had an ulterior motive and wouldn't hesitate to take you up on the offer.
 
  • #34
or, instead of toothbrushes:


wolram said:
http://www.screwfix.com/prods/91103/Power-Tools/Grinders/Site-230mm-Grinder-240V;jses

http://www.screwfix.com/sfd/i/cat/43/p4758843_l.jpg

(from another thread)
 
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  • #35
Moonbear said:
:biggrin: Yeah, I didn't really think that once you knew each other well enough to be in the shower together that scrubbing one's back was all that big of a deal. Of course, with most guys, if you called to them to come scrub your back for you and they weren't already that "close" to you, I'm pretty sure they'd assume you had an ulterior motive and wouldn't hesitate to take you up on the offer.

women and their motives...my, my, my...
 
  • #36
rewebster said:
or, instead of toothbrushes:




(from another thread)

:rolleyes: Could we at least put a buffer pad on that instead of a grinder? We don't need her to exfoliate her spinal cord. :bugeye:
 
  • #37
Moonbear said:
:rolleyes: Could we at least put a buffer pad on that instead of a grinder? We don't need her to exfoliate her spinal cord. :bugeye:

hmmm...OK...

http://www.shoppershalt.com/Images/Products/SpinSpa/Spinspa_7.jpg

"For aging skin, use the Microdermabrasion Head to cleanse away dead skin cells from head to toe. Use the mesh sponge for a more gentle exfoliation, giving your skin that clean and healthy glow everyday. The soft massaging fingers also improve circulation, which is perfect for areas that are prone to cellulite. Just add your favorite soap or body wash and let the Spin Spa Shower Brush do the rest! The extra-long handle makes reaching your back and lower legs easy! Spin Spa requires no installation and takes three double-A batteries. "

http://www.shoppershalt.com/SpinSpa.asp
 
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  • #38
Moonbear said:
:biggrin: Yeah, I didn't really think that once you knew each other well enough to be in the shower together that scrubbing one's back was all that big of a deal. Of course, with most guys, if you called to them to come scrub your back for you and they weren't already that "close" to you, I'm pretty sure they'd assume you had an ulterior motive and wouldn't hesitate to take you up on the offer.

Yeah. What happened to the days when you could invite someone into the shower with you and not have it turn into some sex thing?
 
  • #39
TheStatutoryApe said:
Yeah. What happened to the days when you could invite someone into the shower with you and not have it turn into some sex thing?

Is this from the days of the monastery?
 
  • #40
rewebster said:
Is this from the days of the monastery?

Don't let those monks fool you. They are the last ones you should trust in the shower.
 
  • #41
yeah...

about your avatar...is that a monk?
 
  • #42
TheStatutoryApe said:
Yeah. What happened to the days when you could invite someone into the shower with you and not have it turn into some sex thing?
There were such days?
 
  • #43
Astronuc said:
There were such days?

I'm glad I'm too young to remember them. :biggrin:
 
  • #44
rewebster said:
or, instead of toothbrushes:

wolram said:
http://www.screwfix.com/prods/91103/Power-Tools/Grinders/Site-230mm-Grinder-240V;jses

http://www.screwfix.com/sfd/i/cat/43/p4758843_l.jpg

(from another thread)
Something about that does seem quite right. I suppose it's the matter of electrical tools in a shower that seems problematic, let alone the cutting/grinding disk.
 
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  • #45
Moonbear said:
:rolleyes: Could we at least put a buffer pad on that instead of a grinder? We don't need her to exfoliate her spinal cord. :bugeye:
He's tryiing to kill me!
 
  • #46
Moonbear said:
I'm glad I'm too young to remember them. :biggrin:
When I showered in the boys' or mens' gym, I didn't extend an invitation. Now - the girls' gym is a different story. :biggrin:
 
  • #47
Evo said:
He's trying to kill me!

OOOOHooohh, Evo!


You're just looking at it from a different perspective
 
  • #48
I'd go with the Spin Spa.


I think rew is taking dermal abrasion a bit too far - to the extreme one might say.
 
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  • #49
Wasn't someone trying to organize a PF members trip to some 'fun' county fair or something?

maybe we could combine THAT and an exfoliation party?
 
  • #50
rewebster said:
Wasn't someone trying to organize a PF members trip to some 'fun' county fair or something?

maybe we could combine THAT and an exfoliation party?

Ooh, yep, that sounds like a very hippy-ish way to use the hippy dippy soap. Now, if they're going to do it the hippy way, though, should they use a natural sponge, which would include killing little animals, or should they use a synthetic sponge, which is all processed and pumps chemicals into the environment? :rolleyes: No wonder they just sell the soap. :biggrin:
 
  • #51
Moonbear said:
Ooh, yep, that sounds like a very hippy-ish way to use the hippy dippy soap. Now, if they're going to do it the hippy way, though, should they use a natural sponge, which would include killing little animals, or should they use a synthetic sponge, which is all processed and pumps chemicals into the environment? :rolleyes: No wonder they just sell the soap. :biggrin:

No sponges...we'd have to use bark (from a tree that died a natural death, of course!).
 
  • #52
lisab said:
(from a tree that died a natural death, of course!).

A chain-saw quite naturally kills a tree...
 
  • #53
NeoDevin said:
A chain-saw quite naturally kills a tree...

Chainsaw emits CO2, CO2 pollutes environment. That's not OK.
 
  • #54
Why does a question about back scrubbers end up with chainsaws?
 
  • #55
Evo said:
Why does a question about back scrubbers end up with chainsaws?

Oh, it definitely shouldn't. Borek is right, it should be an ax or handsaw. :approve:
 
  • #56
To get back on topic, if you replace chainsaw teeth with toothbrush heads, you will have powerfull back scrubber. A little bit noisy, but verrrrrrrry effective.
 
  • #57
Borek said:
To get back on topic, if you replace chainsaw teeth with toothbrush heads, you will have powerfull back scrubber. A little bit noisy, but verrrrrrrry effective.

Oh, and if it's gas powered instead of electric, you don't have to worry about the electrocution hazard in the shower. As a bonus, you could also use it to scrub the grout. :rolleyes:
 
  • #58
Borek said:
To get back on topic, if you replace chainsaw teeth with toothbrush heads, you will have powerfull back scrubber. A little bit noisy, but verrrrrrrry effective.

Especially if you use the ultrasonic ones...you can exfoliate with cavitation :eek: !
 
  • #59
Might I say...car buffer with scrubbing heads...A LOT safer, quieter, etc. than the chainsaw idea.
 
  • #60
binzing said:
Might I say...car buffer with scrubbing heads...A LOT safer, quieter, etc. than the chainsaw idea.

Ooh, we could just strap her to the roof of the car and drive through the car wash!
 

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