Page 18 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 26, 2023 Patriots lose three tough ones By Greg Phipps A bout a week ago, it appeared the Revere High School baseball team was in a strong position to earn a state playoff berth. But since notching their eighth win with fi ve regular-season games left, the Patriots lost three straight and needed to win their fi nal two games of the campaign in order to make the tournament. Ten wins pretty much assures teams of a spot in the playoff s, and Revere had to score a win over Boston Latin on Wednesday and on the road at Gloucester on Saturday. The three defeats that dropped the Patriots to 8-10 were all close, down-to-the-wire battles in which they came up just short. On Monday, Revere rallied in the seventh before the potential tying run was thrown out at the plate to end a 5-4 Senior Day loss to Malden Catholic. Losses to Lynn English, 13-10 in eight innings, last Friday and Somerville, 3-2, last Wednesday consisted of similar scenarios. Against English at home, the Patriots fought back from a 5-0 defi cit in the fi fth inning and a 10-7 disadvantage in the seventh to force the contest to extra frames. English put up a threespot in the top of the eighth while the Patriots could not musAmerican Exterior and Window Corporation Senior Dom Boudreau was looking to help the Patriots in their fi nal two regular-season games this week, as Revere still had hopes for a playoff berth. Toenail Trimming Tips for Seniors Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend some good toenail clipping solutions for seniors? My toenails have gotten increasingly thick since I’ve gotten older and have become very diffi cult for me to reach down and cut. Almost 80 Dear Almost, Trimming your toenails is a Contact us for all of your home improvement projects and necessities Telephone: 617-699-1782 Toll Free: 1-888-744-1756 Email: info@americanexteriorandwindow.com All estimates, consultations or inspections Insured and Registered Complete Financing task that most people don’t think much about, but as we get older it can become very challenging. For many older adults, like yourself, toenails can become thicker and harder to cut, and reduced fl exibility can make it more diffi - cult to even get into the right position to cut them. Fortunately, there are solutions available that can make this job a little easier. One of the simplest tricks for cutting thick toenails is to simply take a bath or shower, or soak your feet in warm water, prior to cutting them. The water helps soften them for easier cutting. There are also toenail softening Senior Chris Cassidy hoped to help his team into the postseason this week. ter a third comeback rally in their half of the inning. Last Wednesday’s loss to Somerville was more of the same. The Patriots got a stellar complete-game eff ort from ace righty Kyle Cummings (no earned runs). They loaded the bases in the bottom of the seventh before a line drive turned into an out to end the game in Somerville’s favor. creams you can buy, like “Miracle of Aloe Toenail Soft” and “Barielle Toenail Softening Cream,” that temporarily softens thick, hard nails. Just rub it into your toenails at bedtime and in the morning, they’ll be easier to cut and fi le. Most people’s toenails grow about 1/16 inch per month, so it’s appropriate to cut them every six to eight weeks. When cutting nails, take care not to cut too far down. Overaggressive trimming and cutting the toenails too short can lead to ingrown toenails. Podiatrists typically recommend leaving a very small bit (about 1/32 inch) of nail past the nail bed when trimming. You may also want to avoid a rounded cut. It’s best to cut the nails fairly straight across, ensuring that the corners of the nail do not cut into the skin folds of the toe. And use an emery board to smooth the jagged edges and corners that can snag and potentially tear the nail as it grows. Top Toenail Clippers There are a number of medicalgrade or specialty toenail clippers recommended by professionals for older adults. For thick nails the “New Huing Podiatrist Toenail Clippers” is a top option. This clipper has a sharp, curved blade that easily cuts through any toenail, no matter how hard or thick it has gotten, and a nonslip, cushion grip that allows for comfortable clipping. For those with limited mobility, check out the “Clipperpro Omega Select Toenail Clipper,” which has a long plastic grip that’s much larger than that of a standard set of nail clippers and a blade head that swivels 180 degrees. Both of those features make this clipper much easier to use for anyone with arthritis or mobility issues, since they have more control and an added range they can reach. And for people who have a hard time bending over, there are long handled toenail clippers like the “DriFeez Long Handle Toenail Clippers” which come in four sizes – 20, 24, 28 and 32 inches long. It also has a heavy-duty clipper with a 1/8-inch-wide jaw opening designed to cut thick toenails. All of these clippers are available online at sites like Amazon. com or Walmart.com at prices ranging between $10 and $40. Toenail Trimming Services If you get to the point that you can’t, or would rather not cut your own toenails, a podiatrist can provide both foot and toenail care. But be aware that routine foot care is not covered by Medicare unless you have an underlying condition or injury that requires a professional to tend to your feet. If you are generally in good health, regular pedicures at a nail salon is good option for getting your toenails cut and is much cheaper than visiting a podiatrist. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior. org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book. Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma
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