selm

I have back problems too. Look into Bissell products. I bought a small Bissell vacuum that is light weight and has some attachments. I actually got a Bissell "stick" vacuum I use for quick jobs in the kitchen. Neither of them does as thorough a job as a full size vac but they do keep things neat. Also, for the area rugs consider a carpet sweeper. I got one and really like it for quick pick up.
I switched from sponge mops to a Swiffer mop. It is quick does a good job. I hate the cost of the cleaner bottle and the pads but it works well. I haven't tried it yet but I did find a way to re-use the bottle with your own cleaner solution on UTube. I'm going to try that and also try to make my own re-usable pads. The Swiffer solution does leave the floor slightly tacky for awhile so will be happy to use my own solution.
I found this solution in a newspaper column many years ago: 1/4 cup baking soda; 1/2 cup white vinegar; 1 cup household amonia. Mix all ingredients and add warm water to make one gallon. I mix it in an empty gallon milk bottle. Shake to mix everything. The warm water is for mixing it; you can use it cooled too. Great for cleaning painted woodwork, counter tops, vinyl floors - no need to rinse except if used on metal then rinse with clear water immediately.
These are the original instructions. I have used this on regular kitchen cabinet doors(not painted) and have not noticed any problem with the finish but it might depend on the exact finish on the cabinets.