A standing position is a goal in progress, not something you achieve overnight, as Bob V suggested. Bones can soften from non-use and must be reeducated and harden using training and a well trained physical therapist, working with your doctor. Besides, the brittle bone issues, the diaphragm is another issue that must be resolved, so you don't pass out as your body goes vertical. Going vertical will benefit a strong bone body and should be considered a goal and I congrat anyone considering the necessary journey. Thanks Bob V Best Wishes In a message dated 4/8/2015 2:55:33 P.M. Central Daylight Time, [email protected] writes:
I second the CAUTION on standing if you haven't stood in 20 years. The *average* para and quad has severe osteoporosis after 20 years. I would talk with a PM&R doc and ask about a bone scan--best would be a bone scan of bones in the lower leg--which only a few centers do. Here is an article I wrote about the natural progression of bone loss after spinal cord injury. Fingers crossed you are among the 20% of individuals that for some unknown reason develop stronger bones as time goes on. Bob V Osteoporosis Update: Avoiding the Breaks http://www.newmobility.com/2009/12/osteoporosis-update/ On Apr 8, 2015, at 10:59 AM, William Lang III wrote: Hi, You said you had not stood up for 20 years. Did you have a doctor recommend standing? You might be doing harm to yourself at this juncture. Your bone structure is not used to standing especially after such a long time. I am 26 years post and I get range of motion every day prior to seating. I believe that has benefited me over the years. If you are still looking, I donated a standing frame by advertising it on craigslist. you can try there. on Apr 7, 2015, at 3:04 PM, [email protected]_ (mailto:[email protected]) wrote: i'am a c 6,7 quad been paralyzed for 26yrs i having a really hard time finding a used standing lift. i cannot affored the new ones i looked every where. and there are no rehab places to receive outpaient theraphy. i have not stand up in 20yrs its been so long and frustrating. any help would be greatfull. ty =
