Re: [QUAD-L] Poll

Lucinda, We both became ill in July of 05. Me on the second, and view on the 31st. That was not a good month for either of us. Hope things are going well for you now. Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis ** AOL now offers free

Re: [QUAD-L] belly

I have an abdominal binder that I brought home from the hospital. I haven't worn a binder since the early part of my hospitalization(July 05). Maybe I'll put it on since you say it will help with aligning of the spine and with the quad belly. Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005

Re: [QUAD-L] Question for the ladies.

Thanks for that website for women. I was unaware that it existed. I browsed through it and it looks very interesting. Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis ** AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free

Re: [QUAD-L] Question for the ladies.

Wheelchair, Do you go to a good Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago? I have been trying to get into the Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan, in downtown Detroit, for months. I had an evaluation there over a month ago, for inpatient acute rehab. I have not heard back from them yet. Did

Re: [QUAD-L] Poll

Dave, I sure am glad that ex-Marine was there. It gave us all here on the messageboard, a chance to meet you and benefit from your wisdom. Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis ** AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out

Re: [QUAD-L] hello

Hello Rebecca, Welcome to the group. You will find there is a wealth of information to be had as a member of this group. My name is Naomi, C4, Transverse Myelitis_Diseases and Conditions: Transverse Myelitis_ (http://www.hopkinsneuro.org/tm/disease_and_condition_detail.cfm?condition_id=8)

Re: [QUAD-L] Question for the ladies.

Wheelchair, Yes, I did have a referral from my primary care physician, and I think the whole problem and hold up is with my insurance paying for it. Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis ** AOL now offers free email to everyone.

Re: [QUAD-L] Messages In Triplets

Merrill, I thought it was just me, who was receiving multiple messages. I'm actually receiving two of some messages, not all. Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis ** AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about

Re: [QUAD-L] TV Shows on Computer

How do I get TV shows on my computer? Do I need something extra in order to receive the shows? Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis ** AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at

Re: FW: [QUAD-L] TV Shows on Computer

Merrill, I was able to get the TV on my computer. I just needed the website. I watched the CSI episodes that I missed. I just got a new laptop about a month ago. It also has Windows XP Media Center. My husband was told to bring it back with the receipt and they would install Windows

Re: [QUAD-L] Poll

Lucinda, So sorry to hear about your accident. How long ago was that? You made me hungry. Talk about those Waffle House cheesy grits and cinnamon toast. Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis ** AOL now offers free email to

Re: [QUAD-L] How I became a quad

Ron, As bad as things seem sometimes, they could always be worse. Yes, every day breathing is certainly a holiday. Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis ** AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from

Re: [QUAD-L] Ditropan and wierd feelings

Kevin, I took Ditropan for a couple of days, period. The second day, I could not urinate at all. When cath, I had 1200 cc of urine my bladder. My doctor, DC'd the med immediately! I have not taken it since. Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis

Re: [QUAD-L] Sleep aids??

I take 5 mg of Ambien every night. I have been taken it for nearly a year. I can't really tell if the Ambien still works or not, because I take it at night time with about nine other pills, which all cause drowsiness. Most nights I fall asleep before my head hits the pillow would stay

Re: [QUAD-L] my 40th birthday party

Professirx, Congratulations on your 40th birthday! Thank you for sharing your pictures with us. It looks as though you really enjoyed your birthday party and it is always nice to put a face with the name. By the way, how did you come up with your screen name? I chose mine because I

Re: [QUAD-L] devotees

Jessica, This isn't anything new. There are hundreds of websites for Devotees, Pretenders and Wannabes. Devotees, are people who are attracted to people with disabilities. Pretenders, are those who pretend to be disabled. Wannabes, are those who have the desire to be disable, sometimes to

Re: [QUAD-L] Check out Wheelchair Diffu sion » Blog Archive » Superfourin- All...

Kathy, That is some type of wheelchair! My chair is center drive, which I prefer. Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis BRBRBR**BR AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at http://www.aol.com.

Re: [QUAD-L] RE: Vocalize iTalk Voice Controlled Cell Phone Systems

Dan T, I have this same phone. It was the only voice activated phone I could find. I have had it for nearly 2 years now without any problems. My husband just plugged in to a phone jack. Simply saying hello will answer the phone. It comes with a small remote control, which enables you

Re: [QUAD-L] Cold

Greg, Ha ha... very funny! Our current temperature 7° We were snowed in today. I live in Ypsilanti, Michigan(Ann Arbor). Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis

Re: [QUAD-L] How Do You Read Books?

Dave, Thank you very much for the book information. I will see what's necessary to use it and take advantage of it. Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis

Re: [QUAD-L] severe chills

John, Thanks for the information. I learned a lot from it. Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis

Re: [QUAD-L] severe chills

Belle, Don't stay in the sun too long. You may get a sunburn. I did that last summer. The sun felt so good, I just sat there to soak it up and end up with a sunburn. Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis

Re: [QUAD-L] this is crazy

Win, I do the same identical thing. I go to bed with a heating pad on my shoulder. During the night, my husband turns it back on again. I can only feel the temperature on my shoulder. Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis

Re: [QUAD-L] Home Again

Dave, So glad to hear your home again and all of your tests came back fine. Way to Go! I agree with you. Hospital care is terrible. Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis

Re: [QUAD-L] How Do You Read Books?

Quadius, Thanks for the information on the mouth stick. My neighbor was suffering from TMJ. Her dentist told her it was due to her grinding her teeth while she's asleep. She has to wear a mouthpiece while she's sleeping, and yes it affected her jaw. I will obtain a mouse stick from

Re: [QUAD-L] How Do You Read Books?

Where did the individuals at the VA get their page turner? Yes, send me the book. I am open to reading anything at this point. Thanks in advance Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis

Re: [QUAD-L] How Do You Read Books?

Quadius, Thanks, I received the book, and thank God it is in large print. Thank you for all of your information and website. I will follow up on that and let you know when I find. Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis PS. I looked up some page turners on the Internet

Re: [QUAD-L] How Do You Read Books?

Sandy, Thanks for the information on the page turner. They were a bit pricey and not at my budget at the moment. I will have to resort to the old book stand and whatever I could find to turn the pages with. I will let you know when I'm up in reading where to books. Quadius sent me a

Re: [QUAD-L] Superbowl

Quadius, I agree totally. I think Florida AM University has the best collegiate band! I was a little torn at half time. I wanted to see Prince but I also wanted to see the band play. They should have had one or the other but not both together. Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005

[QUAD-L] Who Do I Complain To?

I want to know who do I file a complaint with! I feel as though I have been discriminated against because of my disability. Last weekend, my husband and I made reservations to stay at a luxury hotel in our metropolitan area. I have a full sized van in which to transport my motorized

Re: [QUAD-L] How Do You Read Books?

Dan, Does a mouth stick have to be specially made to fit your mouth? No, I haven't read any good books lately. Actually I haven't read any books lately. As soon as I find out how to turn the page, I will be up and reading(hopefully). Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse

Re: [QUAD-L] How Do You Read Books?

Quadius, Thanks for those pictures. That is a very nice workstation and book stand. Is your mouth stick custom made? Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis

Re: [QUAD-L] How Do You Read Books?

Dana, Pleased to meet you. I've posted a few messages prior to this one. I have enjoyed reading messages on the board for a while, but I don't post often. I will try to stay more visible in the future. Naomi C-4 quad since July 2, 2005 Transverse Myelitis PS. I am interested in the

[QUAD-L] How Do You Read Books?

I am having a dilemma. I was an avid book reader before I became a quadriplegic due to Transverse Myelitis. Now I am in a dilemma as to how do I manage to read a book. I have a book stand, but it is virtually impossible for me to turn the pages. I have looked on the Internet for page

Re: [QUAD-L] How Do You Read Books?

I guess I failed to mention that I have limited use of my left arm and hand and all use of my right arm and hand. Naomi

[QUAD-L] How Do You Read Books?

I am going to get this right sooner or later! I meant to say, I have limited use of my left arm and hand and NO use of my right arm and hand. Naomi

[QUAD-L] Re: [TMIC] Magic?

Frank you are one wild and crazy guy.

Re: [QUAD-L] Balloons

Dave, I usually have 10 cc in my balloon also. On my last visit to the urologist, they only put 6 cc of water into the balloon. I think my doctor decreased the water to 6 cc because I was having bladder spasms. The doctor prescribed Detrol for the spasms, but I never took it. Five days

Re: [QUAD-L] Driving

Dave, Are you from the Ann Arbor Michigan area or were you just there for your driving test? Naomi

Re: [QUAD-L] Environmental Control Units (mattress)

Dave, Thank you so much for that information. I have a RoH0 cushion and there's always a mystery as to how much air should be in. Thanks, Naomi

Re: [QUAD-L] Re: Quad Longevity

Dan, Thank you so much for the encouragement. It is always needed and appreciated and I see on the message board often and I will keep in touch. Naomi

Re: [QUAD-L] Re: Quad Longevity

Wheelchair, Thank you for the positive message. Yes, I would like to thank Jim for starting this web site where we can all go for answers, encouragement, or just to vent. Naomi

Re: [QUAD-L] Re: Quad Longevity

Dana, Thank you for introducing yourself to me. No, I had never posted on the site although I have been on it many times. Now that I have met so many nice people, I will be sure to post often and keep in touch. Naomi

Re: [QUAD-L] Re: Quad Longevity

Mark, Thanks for introducing yourself to me and welcoming me to the jungle. I have met so many nice people on this message board, and certainly hope to keep in touch with them all including you. Naomi

Re: [QUAD-L] Re: Quad Longevity

Hi Stephanie, I saw of posting by you on the quad message board. It caught my eye, because I too, am a C4 -quad due to Transverse Myelitis,1 year post. Here is a little about me and what I've been through. My name is Naomi. I am 50 years old. I was stricken with TM on July 2, 2005.

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