[QUAD-L] NWI SCI Group presentation to the AAMA
Subj: Fwd: NWI SCI Group presentation to the AAMA Hello everyone, I was honored by a request to present the _NWI SCI Group_ (http://nwiscig.blogspot.com/) to the local Asian American Medical Association this evening. I gave a brief presentation of the history of the group and our projected direction to about 30 physicians in Northwest Indiana. Many were surprised to find out that a group like ours existed. A few even approached me after and said they enjoyed the presentation. This should give us more exposure to others with SCIs (spinal cord injuries) or SCDs (spinal cord diseases) and more funding and activities. It was very well received. I thought I would let you all know what was going on within the group. I also spoke about _Unite 2 Fight Paralysis_ (http://u2fp.org/) and the _Working 2 Walk Symposium/Rally_ (http://working2walk.org/) . This is a good time to mention Bridges 2 Hope. _Bridges 2 Hope_ (http://bridges2hope.org/) is an advocacy tool used to demonstrate how many people there are living with SCI/Ds in a given state or area. I urge everyone to check out the website and submit your picture and story as soon as possible or give them to me to submit under the group name and logo. Sincerely, Joe White Northwest Indiana Spinal Cord Injury Group 219-531-0055 _nwiscig.blogspot.com_ (http://nwiscig.blogspot.com/) -- Joe White Northwest Indiana Spinal Cord Injury Group 219-531-0055 _nwiscig.blogspot.com_ (http://nwiscig.blogspot.com/) **Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape. http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp0030002489
RE: [QUAD-L] Ramblings on health
Thanks Joan, I really enjoyed reading your post, stay strong and God Bless! Silas From: Joan Anglin [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, January 09, 2008 3:58 PM To: quad-list@eskimo.com Subject: [QUAD-L] Ramblings on health Over the years I have been amazed at the differences between levels of spinal cord injury. As is so often noted, we vary tremendously. We each have our own demons to deal with, and we each deal with them in often ingenious ways. I have often felt frustrated that it was so difficult to find the answers for seemingly small problems. Until I came up on this list a couple of years ago, I had been relatively isolated from other quads. Reno had no physiatrist, so I just used a family practitioner and she and I dealt with problems as they came up. Lucky for me, I hardly had any problems. The biggest whammy was being bitten by a brown recluse spider, and not having it diagnosed until a lot of damage was done. Luckily, that was during the time I had insurance. The people on this list have so much experience, and are so willing to share it with the rest of us, that many of the small problems can be resolved rather simply. At Santa Clara Rehabilitation, they emphasized keeping everything simple. Since I had very little access to information about quads, I kept it simple. The first 14 years bowel care consisted of digital simulation every third day, but after realizing that I was major lactose intolerant we changed it to four times a week-Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday-and I've stayed on that routine since then. I did not even have a urologist that was familiar with quads, so I just stayed with intermittent catheterization, not knowing the options. I do use an overnight bag with a 14 F red rubber catheter overnight as I do not have anybody to cath me. I've been very fortunate and do not have many UTIs, and have never had a serious one. I must admit that having to stop activities in order to be cathed is somewhat of a nuisance, but if it means that I will not have to deal with UTI's I will continue to live with the scheduling problem. Of course, I cannot be sure that that is why I do not have UTI problems, but if it ain't broke, why fix it? My new urologist told me that one of the advantages of using intermittent catheterization is that my bladder has stayed a normal size, and I am able to hold around 500 CC's before my body lets me know it is time. If I watch what I eat and drink that is usually around 6 to 7 hours. Except for pressure sores I have enjoyed remarkable health, and thanks to the clinitron bed my pressure sores have been cured, and I hope that I can remain free of pressure sores. Because I cannot feed myself, it has been relatively easy for me not to gain weight because I hate being fed by other people. One would think after 17 years that I would be comfortable with it, but the only time it works well is when I share a plate and realize I am not keeping somebody from eating their food. JIt's also very difficult to snack when I have to ask somebody else to fix it for me. This summer I had many tests done, because my physiatrist was appalled that I have not had scans done regularly. Everything was just OK, and luckily for me everything was in its right place J. They noted I had a couple of gallstones, and wanted to watch them. But over the holidays everything changed. My years of being healthy made me unaware of how sick I was. When my daughter said that I was yellow, and I had several days of burning pain in my stomach, I went to the ER. Except for being yellow, everything appeared to be OK-blood pressure, no fever, pulse rate OK, and my urine was rather dark, but not really worrisome. They were extremely busy in the ER, but we let them know I would need to be cathed in a couple of hours. They were very understanding, and came out a couple of times to let us know they had not forgotten us, and were able to get me into a room as quickly as possible. Everything changed however when they found out I was passing a gallstone and had pancreatitis, and they moved into high gear. I was admitted, and they explained my options, and we all agreed that I would have to have my gallbladder removed as soon as the pancreatitis subsided. My body was ready two days later-not my mind J-and I went to surgery, only to wake up with a tracheotomy! Certainly not what I was hoping for, as the anesthesiologist had said there was a 5% chance that I would have to have a tracheotomy. Unfortunately the scar tissue from my first tracheotomy prevented a simple intubation, and my daughter had to agree to a tracheotomy. Now I was facing a much longer stay in the hospital. I was in ICU for nine days because I had a major bleed-rapid response and all the rest-and really came face to face with my mortality. My care there was absolutely great, but then I had to move to a more long-term facility. WOW what a difference. Got there on Tuesday and, and by Thursday I wanted to leave. I went for
Re: [QUAD-L] Ramblings on health
it seems to be a pretty fast trip down that slippery slope into poor health that often leads us very near to the pearly gates. i took one or 2 in 2006. i hope that the one that gets me is a rocket ride right through the gates. dying by inches just isn't in my plan. both my parents went that way - it wasn't very nice to watch. dave In a message dated 1/9/2008 2:59:08 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Over the years I have been amazed at the differences between levels of spinal cord injury. As is so often noted, we vary tremendously. We each have our own demons to deal with, and we each deal with them in often ingenious ways. I have often felt frustrated that it was so difficult to find the answers for seemingly small problems. Until I came up on this list a couple of years ago, I had been relatively isolated from other quads. Reno had no physiatrist, so I just used a family practitioner and she and I dealt with problems as they came up. Lucky for me, I hardly had any problems. The biggest whammy was being bitten by a brown recluse spider, and not having it diagnosed until a lot of damage was done. Luckily, that was during the time I had insurance. The people on this list have so much experience, and are so willing to share it with the rest of us, that many of the small problems can be resolved rather simply. At Santa Clara Rehabilitation, they emphasized keeping everything simple. Since I had very little access to information about quads, I kept it simple. The first 14 years bowel care consisted of digital simulation every third day, but after realizing that I was major lactose intolerant we changed it to four times a week-Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday-and I’ve stayed on that routine since then. I did not even have a urologist that was familiar with quads, so I just stayed with intermittent catheterization, not knowing the options. I do use an overnight bag with a 14 F red rubber catheter overnight as I do not have anybody to cath me. I’ve been very fortunate and do not have many UTIs, and have never had a serious one. I must admit that having to stop activities in order to be cathed is somewhat of a nuisance, but if it means that I will not have to deal with UTI’s I will continue to live with the scheduling problem. Of course, I cannot be sure that that is why I do not have UTI problems, but if it ain’t broke, why fix it? My new urologist told me that one of the advantages of using intermittent catheterization is that my bladder has stayed a normal size, and I am able to hold around 500 CC’s before my body lets me know it is time. If I watch what I eat and drink that is usually around 6 to 7 hours. Except for pressure sores I have enjoyed remarkable health, and thanks to the clinitron bed my pressure sores have been cured, and I hope that I can remain free of pressure sores. Because I cannot feed myself, it has been relatively easy for me not to gain weight because I hate being fed by other people. One would think after 17 years that I would be comfortable with it, but the only time it works well is when I share a plate and realize I am not keeping somebody from eating their food. JIt’s also very difficult to snack when I have to ask somebody else to fix it for me. This summer I had many tests done, because my physiatrist was appalled that I have not had scans done regularly. Everything was just OK, and luckily for me everything was in its right place J. They noted I had a couple of gallstones, and wanted to watch them. But over the holidays everything changed. My years of being healthy made me unaware of how sick I was. When my daughter said that I was yellow, and I had several days of burning pain in my stomach, I went to the ER. Except for being yellow, everything appeared to be OK-blood pressure, no fever, pulse rate OK, and my urine was rather dark, but not really worrisome. They were extremely busy in the ER, but we let them know I would need to be cathed in a couple of hours. They were very understanding, and came out a couple of times to let us know they had not forgotten us, and were able to get me into a room as quickly as possible. Everything changed however when they found out I was passing a gallstone and had pancreatitis, and they moved into high gear. I was admitted, and they explained my options, and we all agreed that I would have to have my gallbladder removed as soon as the pancreatitis subsided. My body was ready two days later-not my mind J-and I went to surgery, only to wake up with a tracheotomy! Certainly not what I was hoping for, as the anesthesiologist had said there was a 5% chance that I would have to have a tracheotomy. Unfortunately the scar tissue from my first tracheotomy prevented a simple intubation, and my daughter had to agree to a tracheotomy. Now I was facing a much longer stay
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Hi Eric, It's not just you! Stay strong. With Love, CtrlAltDel aka Dave C4/5 Complete - 31 Years Post Texas, USA Eric W Rudd [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: is it me or is she just loveable object width=425 height=355param name=movie value=http://www.youtube.com/v/OSfGmMmWXyArel=1;/paramparam name=wmode value=transparent/paramembed src=http://www.youtube.com/v/OSfGmMmWXyArel=1; type=application/x-shockwave-flash wmode=transparent width=425 height=355/embed/object Eric W Rudd [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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Hi Myron, And to be truthful, those of us that made it here are the lucky ones. We can speak out about what we've beeen through and what we've seen. There are so many out there without even that going for them. With Love, CtrlAltDel aka Dave C4/5 Complete - 31 Years Post Texas, USA [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I like your thinking...I just am so surprised such horrible conditions exist for so many folks..never knew what really exists until reading some of the emails feel like I am intruding on a private world...Best..Myron - See AOL's top rated recipes and easy ways to stay in shape for winter.
[QUAD-L] Re; Tv show
I wanted to let you guys know there is a show coming on tv that you might be interested in. It is called Mapping Stem Cell Research: Terra Incognita. It is on PBS on jan 15th. Not sure what time. It follows Dr. Jack Kessler's push to cure spinal cord injuries. Motivated by the plight of his own daughter, Allison_paralyzed in a skiing accident-the neurologist shows how personal science can be - Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now.
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Working with Shepherd folks to try to do something..for those that leave hospital after rehab..Concentrating on home environment needs..Myron **Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape. http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp0030002489
Re: [QUAD-L] jim boen's obit
Yes, after reading thru a lot of his online free bookit said that he was
75 + years old--- and man that is a ripe old age, even for a man who would not
even be a quad! His book told a lot about his amazing life as a quad and is
broke down in easy sections to read any part that you want.
Dan H.
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:Does anyone know how old James Boen was when he
died?
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Keep on Rollin,
Paul
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Boen, James R. Probably the longest surviving quadriplegic in America, Jim Boen
died December 6, 2007. He had an idyllic childhood in Peru, Indiana, graduated
from high school in Appleton, WI and attended Dartmouth College where he broke
his neck during his Junior year doing the giant swing on the high bar in 1951.
After 9 months in the hospital (where he learned a million jokes), he took
correspondence courses, attended Lawrence University and graduated from
Dartmouth with high distinction in mathematics. He earned his MS and PhD in
math at the University of Illinois where he met his wife, Dorothy. After
teaching at Southern Illinois University, a year at the University of Chicago
and teaching algebra at the University of Michigan, he became fascinated by
biostatistics and spe! nt seve ral years at Stanford working on a post
doctorate before coming to the University of Minnesota in 1964. He was a full
professor in biometry for 24 years and Associate Dean of the School of
Public Health for 14 years before retiring in 2000. He found that as a quad,
he could shoot a gun, so target shooting and hunting became his passion.
Besides his wife of 50 years, he is survived by son, Dean (Dyna),
granddaughter, Elly; daughter, Susan Koehn (Brad) and grandsons, Aidan and Alex
Bendini; and extended family, Grace and Rick Sheely. A service will be held at
the Cremation Society Chapel, 7110 France Ave. S. in Edina (952-924-4100) at 1
pm December 17, with visitation at 12 and reception following. Memorials
suggested to the Boen Scholarship
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Date: Mon, 17 Dec 2007 08:17:14 -0500
What did he die of?
On Dec 17, 2007, at 7:07 AM, William Willis wrote:
I found Jim Boen's book here. Hope it works.
http://www.jimboen.com/50index.htm
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Date: Sat, 15 Dec 2007 17:23:43 -0800
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Subject: [QUAD-L] oops
sorry...
www.startribune.com/obituaries
Lucinda
C-4,5 complete
July 31, '05
Mpls., MN
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[QUAD-L] Texas Health and Human Services Commission January/February Edition of In Touch
Health care reform package seeks to create culture of insurance Medicaid I.D. card ready for statewide expansion New codes, identifiers now required for Medicaid claims Deadline approaching for tamper-resistant prescription pads Federal review of payments comes to Texas Committee aims to enhance input from medical community in cases of child abuse Coordination of care enhances new managed care program Need Medicaid provider? Check the Web New group at HHSC has new leader HHSC providing weekly column to Texas newspapers Briefs The complete In Touch newsletter can be accessed at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/stakeholder/Jan_Feb08/index.html. With Love, CtrlAltDel aka Dave C4/5 Complete - 31 Years Post Texas, USA
Re: [QUAD-L] supra-pubic catheter
Did your doctor say that your body will accept a SP? Most can, some can't. There are more Pros then Cons regarding that procedure. Is the SP more effective for you then a bladder augmentation, thru the belly button? Best Wishes In a message dated 1/10/2008 7:49:54 P.M. Central Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I went to my doctor yesterday and she suggested that I have a super pubic catheter put in, because I am constantly plagued UTIs. I don't know if this is a good idea or not. I don't have access to a shower, so I just get bed a bath every day. I have read several things on this list regarding supra-pubic catheters, and I don't think many of them were positive. Can some of you shed some light on the subject for me. What are the advantages and disadvantages? Keep in mind that I do not have hand function. Thanks in advance. Naomi C4 quadriplegic since July 2005 due to Transverse Myelitis Start the year off right. _Easy ways to stay in shape_ (http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp0030002489) in the new year. **Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape. http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp0030002489
[QUAD-L] supra-pubic catheter
I went to my doctor yesterday and she suggested that I have a super pubic catheter put in, because I am constantly plagued UTIs. I don't know if this is a good idea or not. I don't have access to a shower, so I just get bed a bath every day. I have read several things on this list regarding supra-pubic catheters, and I don't think many of them were positive. Can some of you shed some light on the subject for me. What are the advantages and disadvantages? Keep in mind that I do not have hand function. Thanks in advance. Naomi C4 quadriplegic since July 2005 due to Transverse Myelitis **Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape. http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp0030002489
Re: [QUAD-L] (no subject)
Good luck with that one! The list is endless. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Working with Shepherd folks to try to do something..for those that leave hospital after rehab..Concentrating on home environment needs..Myron - Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape in the new year. - Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Yahoo! Search.
Re: [QUAD-L] supra-pubic catheter
Wheelchair, What will make someone unable to accept SP? What is the difference between bladder augmentation and SP? I have an appointment with my urologists in February. I guess he will explain all this to me. I'd just like to get input from those who have experience with SP, which will help with my decision. Naomi C4 quadriplegic since July 2005 due to Transverse Myelitis **Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape. http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp0030002489
[QUAD-L] muscular contractions
Subject: muscular contractions A Professor was giving a lecture on Involuntary Muscular Contractions to his first year medical students. Realizing that this was not the most riveting subject, the Professor decided to lighten the mood slightly. He pointed to a young woman in the front row and said, Do you know what your ass hole is doing while you're having an orgasm? She replied, Probably deer hunting with his buddies. He laughed so hard he couldn't finish teaching the class. Naomi C4 quadriplegic since July 2005 due to Transverse Myelitis **Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape. http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp0030002489
[QUAD-L] supra-pubic catheter
Bladder Augmentation, was a procedure pioneered by a URO for those born with Spina Bifida. The doctor builds a tunnel using your material from the bladder and connects it to a flap by the belly button. You know about the SP already. You might also consider doing GOGGLE search on both for your perusal and consideration. Best Wishes In a message dated 1/10/2008 8:29:50 P.M. Central Standard Time, LadyNotes writes: Wheelchair, What will make someone unable to accept SP? What is the difference between bladder augmentation and SP? I have an appointment with my urologists in February. I guess he will explain all this to me. I'd just like to get input from those who have experience with SP, which will help with my decision. Naomi **Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape. http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp0030002489
Re: [QUAD-L] supra-pubic catheter
-Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thu, 10 Jan 2008 10:44 pm Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] supra-pubic catheter I had the sp tube put in about 2 months ago.? I love it!? Good stuff: 1. No risk of damaging my urethra 2. My penis is free for sex 3. Is not as painful as the indwelling Bad stuff: 1. slight mucusy leakage from the hole 2. can't really lay on my stomach 3. doesn't really change risk of UTI 4. it's kinda scary knowing I have a hole in my stomach -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Thu, 10 Jan 2008 7:48 pm Subject: [QUAD-L] supra-pubic catheter I went to my doctor yesterday and she suggested that I have a super pubic catheter put in, because I am constantly plagued UTIs.? I don't know if this is a good idea or not.? I don't have access to a shower, so I just get bed a bath every day.? I have read several things on this list regarding supra-pubic catheters, and I don't think many of them were positive. ? Can some of you shed some light on the subject for me.? What are the advantages and disadvantages?? Keep in mind that I do not have hand function.? Thanks in advance. ? Naomi C4 quadriplegic since July 2005 due to Transverse Myelitis Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape in the new year. More new features than ever. Check out the new AOL Mail! More new features than ever. Check out the new AOL Mail ! - http://webmail.aol.com
Re: [QUAD-L] Ramblings on health
Joan Enjoyed your rambling. Keep it up. Joan Anglin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Over the years I have been amazed at the differences between levels of spinal cord injury. As is so often noted, we vary tremendously. We each have our own demons to deal with, and we each deal with them in often ingenious ways. I have often felt frustrated that it was so difficult to find the answers for seemingly small problems. Until I came up on this list a couple of years ago, I had been relatively isolated from other quads. Reno had no physiatrist, so I just used a family practitioner and she and I dealt with problems as they came up. Lucky for me, I hardly had any problems. The biggest whammy was being bitten by a brown recluse spider, and not having it diagnosed until a lot of damage was done. Luckily, that was during the time I had insurance. The people on this list have so much experience, and are so willing to share it with the rest of us, that many of the small problems can be resolved rather simply. At Santa Clara Rehabilitation, they emphasized keeping everything simple. Since I had very little access to information about quads, I kept it simple. The first 14 years bowel care consisted of digital simulation every third day, but after realizing that I was major lactose intolerant we changed it to four times a week-Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday-and Ive stayed on that routine since then. I did not even have a urologist that was familiar with quads, so I just stayed with intermittent catheterization, not knowing the options. I do use an overnight bag with a 14 F red rubber catheter overnight as I do not have anybody to cath me. Ive been very fortunate and do not have many UTIs, and have never had a serious one. I must admit that having to stop activities in order to be cathed is somewhat of a nuisance, but if it means that I will not have to deal with UTIs I will continue to live with the scheduling problem. Of course, I cannot be sure that that is why I do not have UTI problems, but if it aint broke, why fix it? My new urologist told me that one of the advantages of using intermittent catheterization is that my bladder has stayed a normal size, and I am able to hold around 500 CCs before my body lets me know it is time. If I watch what I eat and drink that is usually around 6 to 7 hours. Except for pressure sores I have enjoyed remarkable health, and thanks to the clinitron bed my pressure sores have been cured, and I hope that I can remain free of pressure sores. Because I cannot feed myself, it has been relatively easy for me not to gain weight because I hate being fed by other people. One would think after 17 years that I would be comfortable with it, but the only time it works well is when I share a plate and realize I am not keeping somebody from eating their food. JIts also very difficult to snack when I have to ask somebody else to fix it for me. This summer I had many tests done, because my physiatrist was appalled that I have not had scans done regularly. Everything was just OK, and luckily for me everything was in its right place J. They noted I had a couple of gallstones, and wanted to watch them. But over the holidays everything changed. My years of being healthy made me unaware of how sick I was. When my daughter said that I was yellow, and I had several days of burning pain in my stomach, I went to the ER. Except for being yellow, everything appeared to be OK-blood pressure, no fever, pulse rate OK, and my urine was rather dark, but not really worrisome. They were extremely busy in the ER, but we let them know I would need to be cathed in a couple of hours. They were very understanding, and came out a couple of times to let us know they had not forgotten us, and were able to get me into a room as quickly as possible. Everything changed however when they found out I was passing a gallstone and had pancreatitis, and they moved into high gear. I was admitted, and they explained my options, and we all agreed that I would have to have my gallbladder removed as soon as the pancreatitis subsided. My body was ready two days later-not my mind J-and I went to surgery, only to wake up with a tracheotomy! Certainly not what I was hoping for, as the anesthesiologist had said there was a 5% chance that I would have to have a tracheotomy. Unfortunately the scar tissue from my first tracheotomy prevented a simple intubation, and my daughter had to agree to a tracheotomy. Now I was facing a much longer stay in the hospital. I was in ICU for nine days because I had a major bleed-rapid response and all the rest-and really came face to face with my mortality. My care there was absolutely great, but then I had to move to a more long-term facility. WOW what a difference. Got there on Tuesday and, and by Thursday I wanted to leave. I went for hours without anyone checking in, no call button that I could use, and no
RE: [QUAD-L] supra-pubic catheter
I had mine done at Craig hospital in Colorado. I still have constant UTI's however I think mine are caused by possibly my caregivers not washing their hands enough and constantly being around my younger brothers however.. for me because im a younger male it also allows for sex.. Im not sure how concerned you are about that, or if it's a problem for you.. changing them is fairly easy as well, my nurse comes out once a month to change mine. Hope this helps some! Danny Espinoza 24/m/California Occupation before accident - Network engineer / SR. Network security engineer Broke c2,c6,c7 and doner bone at c2 TBI from blood going to central cortex from spinal cord off a vent woohoo however only one diaphragm works right now due to asymmetric SCI http://secureminds.us/ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, January 10, 2008 5:49 PM To: quad-list@eskimo.com Subject: [QUAD-L] supra-pubic catheter I went to my doctor yesterday and she suggested that I have a super pubic catheter put in, because I am constantly plagued UTIs. I don't know if this is a good idea or not. I don't have access to a shower, so I just get bed a bath every day. I have read several things on this list regarding supra-pubic catheters, and I don't think many of them were positive. Can some of you shed some light on the subject for me. What are the advantages and disadvantages? Keep in mind that I do not have hand function. Thanks in advance. Naomi C4 quadriplegic since July 2005 due to Transverse Myelitis _ Start the year off right. Easy http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp0030002489 ways to stay in shape in the new year.
