Greetings Nancy, I'm surprised that your son doesn't realize that his condition is quite normal, once he gets into bed and lacking the strength to position himself. Kind of like a fish out of water. The answer or resolves are not simple but must be tried n errored. Quads are so different. Not only by the level of injury, but also the effects and results differ greatly on those injured at the same level. Some may have biceps and no triceps. Others have triceps and no biceps. And then there are those with triceps on one arm and biceps on the other. Transfers and positioning are taught by OT in Rehab Hospitals and sometimes at home. Sometimes it happens and other times it was never meant to be. Is your son presently working with a Occupational Therapist, at home? Best Wishes In a message dated 11/18/2011 1:39:13 P.M. Central Standard Time, [email protected] writes:
My son is having a really hard time with the fact that once he is out of his chair in bed that he can't get up. Mind you he has an automatic adjustable bed. Wants to try sleeping in his chair. Needless to say...I will not let that happen if I have any say....has anyone else had this overwhelming feeling. Can most of you sit up, reposition yourselves or transfer out of bed / Peace be with you........ Nancy P
