[QUAD-L] new minivan

Hey all, After 13 years of paralysis I'm finally going to be able to drive. I have to use fully electronic controls which are really expensive and the manufacturer won't transfer them between vehicles after a certain period of time so I'm looking for a really good van to get as many years as

Re: [QUAD-L] shower chair

That's the second time someone has mentioned the ocean VIP so I'll definitely be checking it out. As far as quality goes we've apparently had very different experiences. The first shower chair I ever had delivered was broken on delivery(didn't accept it of course). Then the leg rests never

[QUAD-L] shower chair

It's past time for me to get a new shower chair and I wanted to know if you guys had any recommendations or warnings. I need something that tilts so I don't slide out and I'd like to have something that'll fit over a commode. I have a roll in shower, but I was looking at a tubbuddy with tilt in

[QUAD-L] lack of energy

Do any of you guys struggle with being tired/weak all the time? Over the last few years it's gotten pretty bad where sometimes I can barely move(what movement I actually have). I think it's in large part due to diet. I don't get hungry very often so I usually end up forgetting/skipping lunch.

Re: [QUAD-L] lack of energy

Thanks for the reply. I recently had my doc check thyroid and testosterone levels. Testosterone was 400 something(I'm 26) and thyroid was dead center in normal range. I know that testosterone in the 400s is slightly low, but well within the normal range I believe. I'm sure it is a combination

Re: [QUAD-L] intermittent catheterization

Thanks everyone for all the input. I think I'll retry condom caths and see how it works out. Is there a particular brand/type condom you'd recommend? What about leg bags and hoses that do a good job of not kinking, hold a lot, not bulge too much, etc.? Are any of you able to empty the bags

[QUAD-L] re:why suffer

lori said "God helps those who help themselves" that's nowhere in the bible, but the people could leave and go to a hotel.

[QUAD-L] RE: iBot

i seriousy considered the ibot and even drove one. they have a web siteiBOT™ Mobility System: About The iBOT™ Mobility System

Fwd: [QUAD-L] Exercise

i exercise twice a week at the gym with a personal trainer. i also do therapy twice a week ---BeginMessage--- Any of you guys exercise much? Greg, Yes, two to three times a week I do Lisa Ericson's Seated Aerobic Workout. I LOVE IT! I am C 4,5,6 what level are you? If you'd like I can tell

[QUAD-L] new to this

I'm a new subscriber and i am trying to move out of my parents home and be on my own. I'm a 19 C2 incomplete ventilator dependant quad. I need some advice on what i need to do. I realize that I'll have to have someone live with me for my care. can i get your input on what's the best thing