A mobile arm support is an OT item. I used the support when I was initially in the hospital, three years ago, and it was very helpful for me then. Now that I have my own, which has recently been installed on my wheelchair, I'm hoping to receive the same or better results with it. My only problem is having someone to correctly set it up for me doing the day. Because there are so many adjustments that can be made on the support, it is crucial to have it initially adjusted properly so the only adjustments to be made later will be adding or removing a rubber band. My left arm is the only arm I have any mobility in, and it is very little mobility. I am unable to raise my arm any higher than my bust line. But with the device. I am able to turn the light switch off and on, operate a door knob, retrieve mail from the kitchen counter, and even work on my beaded jewelry projects. It may not seem like a lot, but it allows me a significant amount of independence by having it available to use. Naomi C4 quadriplegicdue to Transverse Myelitis since July 2, 2005
In a message dated 1/24/2009 5:48:22 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, wheelchair writes: Thank You Naomi. Was that a OT or PT item, in your case? Once again, in your case, how does it work for you. Best Wishes In a message dated 1/24/2009 4:38:21 P.M. Central Standard Time, LadyNotes writes: The BFO is now known as the MAS, Mobile Arm Support. I have one that attaches to my wheelchair that I use for task work such as reading a magazine, feeding myself, or any other work that requires the use of my arm. It can be adjusted up, down, or side to side, steel with the use of rubber bands. Naomi C4 quadriplegicdue to Transverse Myelitis since July 2, 2005 In a message dated 1/23/2009 9:13:49 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, wheelch...@aol.com writes: Balanced Forearm Orthosis (BFO), is a device used in rehab. PT or OT may use them to create Zero Gravity on ones arms , using rubber bands as counter tension on the BFO. With Zero weight on the fore limbs, the patient can begin the process of exercise to strengthen muscles. By posting BOF, I was hoping that one of the OT or PT would correct me with....... well you know where I'm going, lol. Did you have any exposure to BFO in rehab? Best Wishes In a message dated 1/23/2009 7:42:41 P.M. Central Standard Time, quad...@gmail.com writes: It really would have been great with cell phones. I never really thought about that aspect of the show. I read the story about the Las Vegas scooters. I guess that they're willing to pay for them, but then again everyone thinks they're disabled. Panhandling can be lucrative in the right spots. I just read in my local paper that street performers are looking to rent a couch down here during the Super Bowl. I could make some extra cash, but I don't want somebody I don't know staying in my house. This is completely unrelated, but what are BOFs? I happened to see that acronym in one of your previous e-mails and someone else asked. I've been in his chair for 13 1/2 years and I've never heard of that acronym. Quadius On Fri, Jan 23, 2009 at 8:34 PM, <_wheelch...@aol.com_ (mailto:wheelch...@aol.com) > wrote: Its a shame that the show ended before cell phones... It would have been so good. Have you heard about those lazy butts who can afford to rent mobility scooters in Las Vegas and dealers willing to rent them for $40 bucks a day without asking questions. or the California street beggars that are using hospital grade wheelchairs to beg in with cups. Some can make a couple hundred dollars a day doing this...... Kewl, eh? BestWishes In a message dated 1/23/2009 7:27:15 P.M. Central Standard Time, _quad...@gmail.com_ (mailto:quad...@gmail.com) writes: This reminds me of the Seinfeld episode about George parking in the disabled spot. I'm lucky that I have someone with me so I don't have to take it disabled spots most of the time. I really feel for those individuals who drive or actually need a disabled spots with the ramp access ____________________________________ A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. _See yours in just 2 easy steps!_ (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100000075x1215855013x1201028747/aol?redir=http://www. freecreditreport.com/pm/default.aspx?sc=668072&hmpgID=62&bcd=DecemailfooterNO6 2) -- Quadius C2-3 incomplete 13 years post injury ____________________________________ A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. _See yours in just 2 easy steps!_ (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100000075x1215855013x1201028747/aol?redir=http://www .freecreditreport.com/pm/default.aspx?sc=668072&hmpgID=62&bcd=DecemailfooterNO 62) ____________________________________ >From Wall Street to Main Street and everywhere in between, stay up-to-date with the _latest news_ (http://aol.com/?ncid=emlcntaolcom00000023) . ____________________________________ A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. _See yours in just 2 easy steps!_ (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100000075x1215855013x1201028747/aol?redir=http://www .freecreditreport.com/pm/default.aspx?sc=668072&hmpgID=62&bcd=DecemailfooterNO 62) **************From Wall Street to Main Street and everywhere in between, stay up-to-date with the latest news. (http://aol.com?ncid=emlcntaolcom00000023)
