[QUAD-L] Let's roll
Our church is trying to build a handicapped fellowship hall. My fundraiser made the front page of the local Sunday News. http://local.lancasteronline.com/4/15417 Keep Rollin GA
RE: [QUAD-L] Re New bed
Idon't think any bed alleviates the need to turn, it depends on the person. Mark ---Original Message--- From: Linda Ferrell Date: 07/02/05 19:05:01 To: Billy Kimberlin; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; quad-list@eskimo.com Subject: RE: [QUAD-L] Re New bed does this mattress alleviate the need to be turned? I have a pretty old a lateral rotational mattress which affords me the opportunity to live by myself without having to be turned. I know it is inevitably going to break down one day, so I need to look into new mattresses.Billy Hi Billy, Check out the Genesis Mattress, I had one fora short while, after I came home from the hospital. It was very comfortable gently turned you if you set it to turn. I had one for a couple of weeks when I came home from the hospital rehab. I have a Luminex Air Flo Mattress which is pretty comfortable. Good luck! Friends, Lindaf Yahoo! Mail MobileTake Yahoo! Mail with you! Check email on your mobile phone.
Re: [QUAD-L] ? Any FEET PROBLEMS?
In a message dated 7/2/2005 9:09:36 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Yes. I seem to grown bone spurs and the bones I want have the consistency of chalk. Your feet don't get very good circulation if your normal. Quads seem to get bad foot injuries. You should have foot plates at least the size of your foot.You can justbolt the bigger plate to your dinky heel plate. Some of the DME's will make them in order to sell you the chair. Hey All, I wonder, if ANYONE has had or HEARD OF, any foot problems? From lack of weight distribution, maybe? I've heard NO ONE speak of such. Yet, since not being able to stand on mine, they've curled up like The Wicked-Witches sister, after the house falls on her! ANY IDEAS??? Thanks, Alley101
Re: [QUAD-L] Let's roll
Churches are about the only ones that are straight up about us cripples. Lord knows I need a few prayers. john In a message dated 7/3/2005 1:36:01 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Our church is trying to build a handicapped fellowship hall. My fundraiser made the front page of the local Sunday News.http://local.lancasteronline.com/4/15417"Keep Rollin"GA
Re: [QUAD-L] ? Any FEET PROBLEMS?
Depends on what you "mean" by foot problems. It could include a whole host of things! The biggest problem I have had over my 25 yrs (especially the last 15 yrs) is swelling (edema). They'd get to the point of looking like big potatoes ONLY because of gravity from sitting many hours. Just elevating them WHILE *IN* THE CHAIR does not help them. Only by laying flat on my back with them at or above the heart level ... will they go down. They haven't been like potatoes, though, in a long time (5-6 yrs) because I've limited my hours in the chair. What *you* describe, however, sounds like either you've neglected having your aide (or family member) to do range of motion or good strong foot flexes (pushing them completely vertical) DAILY to avoid "drop foot." AND, if in bed, pushing a pillow or wedge up against them so they CAN NOT curl downward or inward. Some wear special sheep-skinbooties while in bed to avoid the foot curl or drop too. A pillow is sufficient for me. If I do not put that pillow there ... I see my feet curling up and dropping down badly .. which also exacerbates my swelling. And ... have you not worn footwear when up in your chair (since you injury) that keeps the feet straight? It sounds like simple neglect by not doing the above. I'd get on top of it TODAY and EVERY DAY from now on unless you want the witchy-poo curled-up look permanently to the point of no return. Take care! Are you a new list member Alley? Don't recall seeing your name before. Lori C4/5 complete quad, 25 yrs post Tucson, AZ but FROM a small upstate NY town Age -41 the end of this month. ---Original Message--- From: leigh parrish Date: 07/02/05 18:09:25 To: Group Subject: [QUAD-L] ? Any FEET PROBLEMS? Hey All, I wonder, if ANYONE has had or HEARD OF, any foot problems? From lack of weight distribution, maybe? I've heard NO ONE speak of such. Yet, since not being able to stand on mine, they've curled up like The Wicked-Witches sister, after the house falls on her! ANY IDEAS??? Thanks, Alley101
Re: [QUAD-L] Rain Coats keeping legs dry
I've seen great parkas or hooded ponchos maid for those in wheelchairs. I've tried oine one, but never bought one. They look like it would be perfect. I've seen nthem cheaper, but here is one. http://www.accessiblethreads.com/catalog_i.html Greg - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Friday, July 01, 2005 12:29 PM Subject: [QUAD-L] Rain Coats keeping legs dry Hi All, I keep pretty dry in the rain with a rain jacket, expect my lap. Well, I finally figured out a solution and thought I'd share it with you all. I bought a good $65FULL length rain coat. Then my Mom, or a taylor could do it, cut out the back section from the bottom of the pockets around to the other pocket. This makes the back of the rain coat fall just at my butt, then the rest of the full length part of the coat sits on my lap and down my legs! I also put velcro (or a bottom would work)down at the bottom of the coat so it doesn't blow open. I've also done this to winter coats to keep my legs warm. Have a GREAT 4th of July weekend! Bobbie
Re: [QUAD-L] ? Any FEET PROBLEMS?
I have my PCA bend my leg while stretching foot and Achilles' heel. So far, this has helped considerably. I used to wear the specialty boots which had the hard backing and prevented foot drop.Quadius__Do You Yahoo!?Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: [QUAD-L] ? Any FEET PROBLEMS?
I get the same potato toes you are describing Lori. The only thing that alleviates mine is lying on my back also. Ironically, I went out looking for the really nice sandals about three years ago and found some, only to learn that my toes swelled way too much for me to where without socks. Now I ride around looking like a geek.Quadius (a.k.a. Billy from Tampa)Lori Michaelson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Depends on what you "mean" by foot problems. It could include a whole host of things! The biggest problem I have had over my 25 yrs (especially the last 15 yrs) is swelling (edema). They'd get to the point of looking like big potatoes ONLY because of gravity from sitting many hours. Just elevating them WHILE *IN* THE CHAIR does not help them. Only by laying flat on my back with them at or above the heart level ... will they go down. They haven't been like potatoes, though, in a long time (5-6 yrs) because I've limited my hours in the chair. What *you* describe, however, sounds like either you've neglected having your aide (or family member) to do range of motion or good strong foot flexes (pushing them completely vertical) DAILY to avoid "drop foot." AND, if in bed, pushing a pillow or wedge up against them so they CAN NOT curl downward or inward. Some wear special sheep-skinbooties while in bed to avoid the foot curl or drop too. A pillow is sufficient for me. If I do not put that pillow there ... I see my feet curling up and dropping down badly .. which also exacerbates my swelling. And ... have you not worn footwear when up in your chair (since you injury) that keeps the feet straight? It sounds like simple neglect by not doing the above. I'd get on top of it TODAY and EVERY DAY from now on unless you want the witchy-poo curled-up look permanently to the point of no return. Take care! Are you a new list member Alley? Don't recall seeing your name before. Lori C4/5 complete quad, 25 yrs post Tucson, AZ but FROM a small upstate NY town Age -41 the end of this month. ---Original Message--- From: leigh parrish Date: 07/02/05 18:09:25 To: Group Subject: [QUAD-L] ? Any FEET PROBLEMS? Hey All, I wonder, if ANYONE has had or HEARD OF, any foot problems? From lack of weight distribution, maybe? I've heard NO ONE speak of such. Yet, since not being able to stand on mine, they've curled up like The Wicked-Witches sister, after the house falls on her! ANY IDEAS??? Thanks, Alley101 Yahoo! Sports Rekindle the Rivalries. Sign up for Fantasy Football
[QUAD-L] Trackball
Do any fellow you mousestick users utilize a trackball to operate your mouse on the computer? I am looking for a quicker way to operate the mouse, other than using my NaturallySpeaking or the number pad on my keyboard. I would like to know if anyone is using NaturallySpeaking professional 8 and if they would recommend upgrading from 7.3. Quadius__Do You Yahoo!?Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: [QUAD-L] Trackball
http://www.naturalpoint.com/smartnav/ The best! Richard --- B. Kimberlin (Quadius) [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Do any fellow you mousestick users utilize a trackball to operate your mouse on the computer? I am looking for a quicker way to operate the mouse, other than using my NaturallySpeaking or the number pad on my keyboard. I would like to know if anyone is using NaturallySpeaking professional 8 and if they would recommend upgrading from 7.3. Quadius __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: [QUAD-L] Trackball
I use the Kensington orbit trackball. And since I'm right-handed I changed the left click over to the right side of the trackball. Jim
Re: [QUAD-L] I'm new to the list
In a message dated 08/06/2005 21:30:05 GMT Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hello I'm new to the list, It came thanks to Wally. I've been to Sunsetpines Resort, really nice place to go and Dale is a friend of mine. I'm from WI. and am curious how many are Wisconsinites out there? I'm a c3-4 incomplete quad injured in car accident9-25-98 from central WI. Tom Discover Yahoo!Stay in touch with email, IM, photo sharing more. Check it out! Hey Tom, Welcome to the group! I'm Smurf (real name Sarah) and I'm 21 from the UK! I became a para in March 2002 after a road accident which took place around 4 months after my 18th birthday. It's an awesome group here, and I'm sure you will settle in real quick! Love Smurf xxx
Re: [QUAD-L] A good idea I'd like to share
In a message dated 09/06/2005 21:55:56 GMT Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi All, Well, I think this is a GREAT idea. I got a Medic ID bracelet that states my wish's. It reads: Do not resuscitate - I am a quadriplegic 1973 - keep me pain fee comfortable. This is all written on the back, on the front is the medical symbol. It cost me $21 and I'm having the chain taken off and a leather strap put on instead. Because the chain is in my way when I do stuff. You can get a necklace if you wish. The phone # if any of you are interested is 800-439-8899 ~ Bobbie ~ I'd like to add on to what Bobbiesaid, I've got a similar thing called a SOS Talisman, it's similar to what Bobbie has, except with the Talismans there's a tiny "locket" thing with a strip of paper in it which holds all personal information as well as blood group, medication, tetnus updates, allergies, and quite a bit more. You can get them in the bracelet/chain style or a necklace, but I'm not sure if there are any other ways that they come in. There is a website for them but I don't know what it is, but if you do a search it will come up like that Love Smurf xxx
FW: Re: FW: Re: [QUAD-L] New Bed
I also position my hip on a lightly inflated donut. I've had a number of hip pointers in the past few years and this has solved the problem with a modicum of discomfort. So far, no side effects. My bed from Comfortdirect cost $1500. From: William Willis [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: quad-list@eskimo.com Subject: FW: Re: FW: Re: [QUAD-L] New Bed Date: Sat, 02 Jul 2005 10:50:32 -0400 No, but I try not to sleep on the same side for more than 2-3 nights. From: Quadius [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: William Willis [EMAIL PROTECTED], quad-list@eskimo.com Subject: Re: FW: Re: [QUAD-L] New Bed Date: Fri, 1 Jul 2005 16:29:34 -0700 (PDT) Do you still require turning with this mattress? Quadius William Willis [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I bought this same mattress last fall, queen size. So far, I have been very pleased with it. From: David K. Kelmer To: QuadPirate , quad-list@eskimo.com Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] New Bed Date: Mon, 27 Jun 2005 18:20:34 -0700 (PDT) Hi QP, It is a great looking bed. I hope you get many good nights of sleep on it. Way to keep fighting to get what you needed in your new bedroom. Keep us updated on how it feels to you. With Love, CtrlAltDel aka Dave C4/5 Complete - 29 Years Post Texas, USA QuadPirate wrote: FLAVOR00-NONE---4.0;Hey people, Just to let you know, I asked Voc Rehab if they would purchase me a new bed and really thought I was wasting my time but this morning a lady (attractive) named Linda from Assistive Technology came by to evaluate my need and looked at my old piece of junk bed which looks like a child's bed and probably is and said no problem. I was asking for a memory foam bed but she asked me to look into a SAT mattress which is what Mr. Reeve used and wow what a bed and I she let me pick out the 54x75 which is awesome. Take a look at this bed and don't think you can't get one if you talk to the right people. Check it out. http://www.comfortdirect.com/sat-mattress.php Take care, Mark - Yahoo! Mail Stay connected, organized, and protected. Take the tour
[QUAD-L] Where's Tony????
Tony
Re: [QUAD-L] A good idea I'd like to share
I think it takes a bit for folks to understand the DNR. I am my seizures don't require them to do much more than hold my hand. I've had a few AD episodes lately. Wish I knew what was causing them. I know valium and vicodin seem to help, but the vicodin isn't doing much about the pain. john In a message dated 7/3/2005 7:26:44 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: In a message dated 09/06/2005 21:55:56 GMT Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi All, Well, I think this is a GREAT idea. I got a Medic ID bracelet that states my wish's. It reads: Do not resuscitate - I am a quadriplegic 1973 - keep me pain fee comfortable. This is all written on the back, on the front is the medical symbol. It cost me $21 and I'm having the chain taken off and a leather strap put on instead. Because the chain is in my way when I do stuff. You can get a necklace if you wish. The phone # if any of you are interested is 800-439-8899 ~ Bobbie ~ I'd like to add on to what Bobbiesaid, I've got a similar thing called a SOS Talisman, it's similar to what Bobbie has, except with the Talismans there's a tiny "locket" thing with a strip of paper in it which holds all personal information as well as blood group, medication, tetnus updates, allergies, and quite a bit more. You can get them in the bracelet/chain style or a necklace, but I'm not sure if there are any other ways that they come in. There is a website for them but I don't know what it is, but if you do a search it will come up like that Love Smurf xxx
[QUAD-L] IMS pile of junk, or are they?
You, my friend, should be a crash engineer for the mobility industry. Before a vehicle, is released for the consumer, it has to pass a HWTSA crash test, just like any vehicle on the market. A halon extinguisher, is better than a good idea. However, it always nice to know where manufacturers decide to place a 20 gallon fuel cell. There was a couple of manufacturers who chose to place the fuel cell directly under the drivers seat, below the floor. Oh, they seem to forget to tell the consumer that, as they are showing the consumer how wonderfully the lid opens and closes. W In a message dated 7/3/05 1:42:39 PM, DeLiMiTeD4 writes: I think theres ways to make sure the vehicle won't explode or leak fuel in most accidents. It doesn't make it a baby Hindenberg. If it scares you, Halon extinguishers are still sold aren't they?
[QUAD-L] FW: failure notice
From: S. Dial [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, July 03, 2005 7:14 PM To: Mike Batista Subject: Fw: failure notice Hi Mike, Would you forward this to the quad-list for me and ask what I should do? Have I been bounced? Thought that only happen to AOL users? Thanks, appreciate any and all help! Steph - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, July 03, 2005 8:04 PM Subject: failure notice Hi. This is the qmail-send program at trueband.net. I'm afraid I wasn't able to deliver your message to the following addresses. This is a permanent error; I've given up. Sorry it didn't work out. quad-list@eskimo.com: 204.122.16.69 does not like recipient. Remote host said: 553 5.3.0 quad-list@eskimo.com... Spam blocked see: http://spamcop.net/bl.shtml?216.163.120.8 Giving up on 204.122.16.69. --- Below this line is a copy of the message. Return-Path: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: (qmail 21121 invoked by uid 1006); 4 Jul 2005 00:04:20 - Received: from [EMAIL PROTECTED] by rs0 by uid 1003 with qmail-scanner-1.16 (spamassassin: 2.64. Clear:SA:0(1.1/100.0):. Processed in 1.075096 secs); 04 Jul 2005 00:04:20 - X-Spam-Status: No, hits=1.1 required=100.0 X-Spam-Level: * Received: from unknown (HELO trueband.net) (127.0.0.1) by -v with SMTP; 4 Jul 2005 00:04:18 - Received: (qmail 21089 invoked from network); 4 Jul 2005 00:04:18 - Received: from unknown (HELO oemcomputer) (216.163.96.248) by -v with SMTP; 4 Jul 2005 00:04:18 - Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: S. Dial [EMAIL PROTECTED] From: S. Dial [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Quadlist quad-list@eskimo.com Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] ? Any FEET PROBLEMS? Date: Sun, 3 Jul 2005 20:07:30 -0400 MIME-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary==_NextPart_000_00AD_01C5800A.D777AD20 X-Priority: 3 X-MSMail-Priority: Normal X-Mailer: Microsoft Outlook Express 6.00.2800.1478 X-MimeOLE: Produced By Microsoft MimeOLE V6.00.2800.1478 This is a multi-part message in MIME format. --=_NextPart_000_00AD_01C5800A.D777AD20 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Mine are like that, as well, it's from years of atrophy from lack of ROM = my podiatrist says I need tendon release surgery but can't find a = surgeon willing to do it. So, I spend some days in my WC others in a = Geri (recliner on wheels) to keep the sides of my feet from continually = breaking down which they started doing a couple of years ago. If I had = $$$ I'd get OT/PT therapy to try to reverse the damage, is this an = option for you?=20 Steph --=_NextPart_000_00AD_01C5800A.D777AD20 Content-Type: text/html; charset=iso-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable !DOCTYPE HTML PUBLIC -//W3C//DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional//EN HTMLHEAD META http-equiv=3DContent-Type content=3Dtext/html; = charset=3Diso-8859-1 META content=3DMSHTML 6.00.2800.1505 name=3DGENERATOR STYLE/STYLE /HEAD BODY bgColor=3D#ff DIVFONT face=3DTahoma size=3D2 DIV DIVFONT face=3DTahoma size=3D2Mine are like that, as well, it's from = years of=20 atrophy from lack of ROM my podiatrist says I need tendon release = surgery but=20 can't find a surgeon willing to do it. So, I spend some days in my WC = others in=20 a Geri (recliner on wheels) to keep the sides of my feet from = continually=20 breaking down which they started doing a couple of years ago. If I had = $$$ I'd=20 get OT/PT therapy to try to reverse the damage, is this an option for =""> you?=20 /FONT/DIV DIVFONT face=3DTahoma size=3D2/FONTnbsp;/DIV DIVFONT face=3DTahoma=20 size=3D2Steph/FONT/DIV/DIV/FONT/DIV/BODY/HTML --=_NextPart_000_00AD_01C5800A.D777AD20-- -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.323 / Virus Database: 267.8.8/37 - Release Date: 7/1/2005
