Re: [QUAD-L] Undergraduate Research Study

Hello I am sorry but unfortunately because it is only undergraduate research, we do not have the funds to pay for participation.  All I can offer you is the chance to help a fellow quad/college student earn credit and funds for school.  I am currently working on my BS in Psychology and plan

Re: [QUAD-L] Undergraduate Research Study.... or you think your wiser than a Quad

W I understand your concern.  It's the Internet and you never can tell.  For all we know everyone on this list is a wheelchair pretender.  Yes, like I said, I will gain money for school because of my own hard work and the information from voluntary participants.  Although in my opinion helping

[QUAD-L] Undergraduate Research Study

My name is Lucas Brown and in July of 2000 I was in a motorcycle wreck that left me with a C-5/6 spinal cord injury.  I am currently an undergraduate student at Lamar University and participating in the McNair Scholar’s Program.   I am working on a research paper concerning the different

Re: [QUAD-L] TREKINETIC manual chair

Dave Here it is: http://youtube.com/watch?v=-duZOgoTyW8 This?is the first gas powered wheelchair for the hand-propelled purist. It is still not available for sale yet. This?is the first gas powered wheelchair for the hand-propelled purist. It is still not available for sale yet. Here's the

[QUAD-L] Paraplegic list??

Does anyone know of a good paraplegic emailing list? Luke c-5/6 incomplete? 7 1/2 yrs post

Re: [QUAD-L] Wheelchair Monologue

Dana Are you serious or sarcastic?? I never can tell with emails.? I don't like the fact that some disabled people bitch to get what they want.? In my eyes, our government (made up of citizens not unlike ourselves) does not help keep us alive so that we can nag till we get what we want.? Yes I

Re: [QUAD-L] Wheelchair Monologue

Dana Well thanks for the complement.? I am in a wheelchair and want things to be accessible for me, but not at the expense of losing my own compassion for others.? I want the generosity I recieve from others to be genuine. Luke c-5/6 incomplete 7 1/2 yrs post -Original Message-

Re: [QUAD-L] Wheelchair Monologue

? In my experience, I've never had people not want to talk to me (and yes the wheelchair is many times the conversation starter).? In fact I've seen more AB's ostracized than crips. People tend to avoid conversing with other people who look sad or?angry, regardless of whether they are

Re: [QUAD-L] supra swimming

I've been wanting to skydive for a while!? I have always loved extreme stuff but I'm not sure I could trust someone else to pull the 'shute cord.? Luke -Original Message- From: Merrill Burghardt [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Thu, 10 Apr 2008 1:35 pm Subject: FW:

[QUAD-L] supra swimming

I've heard it's alright to go swimming with a supra tube as long as you plug up the hole well and tape it off.? Have any of you guys gone swimming with a supra? Luke-? c-5/6 incomplete?? 7 yrs post injury

Re: [QUAD-L] supra swimming

Damn it!? Don't deny me the high dive it's my only dream. Luke -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Wed, 9 Apr 2008 6:13 pm Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] supra swimming Swimming might be ok, but I'd stay away from the high

[QUAD-L] Funny or bad taste

Hey guys, I was joking around and built a website on my PC to make fun?of ?my disability.? One of the links entitled It's A Wheelchair housed what I call the Proven Paralysis Program.? I've had many AB tell me I'm horrible for writing something like this. Just wondering what you guys think.?

Re: [QUAD-L] Funny or bad taste

I haven't turned it into a real website yet but as soon as I make some changes I'll send the URL to the Q-List. You love it, you really love it! Luke?? c-5/6 incomplete 7 1/2 yrs post injury -Original Message- From: KK [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Fri, 4 Apr 2008

Re: [QUAD-L] getting a service dog.

Dana I'm not saying that a person who can't take care of a dog's needs shouldn't get a dog.? I know when I first got my dog I couldn't put on her vest, leash, feed/water her, or really walk her (my home is surrounded by grass and at the time all I had was a manual chair). But I've learned ways

Re: [QUAD-L] getting a service dog.

Stacy I trained my own service, but?I recommend getting one that is professionally trained at least for your first dog. Training a dog is not easy esspecially for a mid-high quad.? You need to be able to care for all of the dogs needs (i.e. feed, walk, put on and take off harness and gear,

Re: [QUAD-L] Handcycle/Permobil Picks

Maria I have the Permobil c-350 with elevating leg rests, tilt-in-space, and recline.? The price on the invoice was right at $21,000.? Not cheap but confortable when riding on bumpy surfaces. I'm going to try to start blogging about my experiences with the c-350 on my myspace. Hopefully

[QUAD-L] Service Dog Insurance

I have had my Golden Service dog for about 7 yrs now.? Recently I've noticed her having trouble swallowing.? I look up on the internet about it and found that Golden's can inherit Dysphagia.? (http://www.petplace.com/dogs/dysphagia-in-dogs/page1.aspx) There are tests to be certain but they are

Re: [QUAD-L] Service Dog pooping in walmart

I have a service dog that I trained myself.  I allow people to pet her in two places: (1) my dorm room [helps draw the ladies in], and (2) when we're sitting outside in the courtyard and she's rollin' in the grass.  Other than those places I enjoy making children cry out, but I wanna pet the

Re: [QUAD-L] Handcycle/Permobil Picks

Here you go: http://www.myspace.com/harpinwheelie Luke -Original Message- From: Quadius [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Fri, 7 Mar 2008 4:27 pm Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Handcycle/Permobil Picks Luke, Do me a favor and send me the link to your space so I

[QUAD-L] Clinical Trial- new antispasmodic drug

Hey guys There's a new drug identified as AV650 that is an antispasmodic drug.? Supposedly, it doesn't have the sedating effect?like baclofen and tizanadine.? It's really a pain in the ass--with baclofen when my spasms are gone I just wanna sleep, but once the meds wear off I'm awake and as

[QUAD-L] Handcycle/Permobil Picks

Hey guys I posted the picks of the c-350 on my myspace, as well as some picks of my handcycle. I've had the Permobil for 2 days now and I'm lovin' it.? I think I'm gonna start blogging about it and talk about the chairs pros and cons. Luke c-5/6 incomplete 7 yrs post

[QUAD-L] New Permobil

Hooray! Not sure if any of you guys have seen or tested the latest chair from Permobil, but its nice. I ordered my c-350 corpus in December and just delivered it. It comes with many options I opted for the tilt, recline, and foot elevator. You can also get the seat elevator. There are

Re: [QUAD-L] New Permobil

Lori Yea this is my first Permobil. This is only my second chair--my first was a Quickie P-222. Back pain is part of the reason I got the Permobil. I'm very active always doing a lot of transfers, moving my body all the time, and riding my handcycle (my body gets exausted). So when I found

Re: [QUAD-L] New Permobil

Down here in Texas the weather ain't too shaby either. I don't see how you guys live any higher than Central Texas though. To me the heat is my home. Luke   -Original Message- From: Lori Michaelson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Quad List quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Mon, 3 Mar 2008 8:13 pm

[QUAD-L] good books and documentaries

just wondering if u guys know any good informative disability books. i've decided to start a disability library at my college. My late grandmother put in her obituary that she would like people to donate money to me for college. It now totals $500 which would be a great start to the

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

[QUAD-L] Helpful website

Here's a really cool website I found.? It's called WheelchairNet: http://www.wheelchairnet.org/index.html More new features than ever. Check out the new AOL Mail ! - http://webmail.aol.com

[QUAD-L] the bag vs. the valve

Does anyone use a valve at the end of their indwelling/supra catheter as opposed to a catheter bag? Sims Portex Valve Luke More new features than ever. Check out the new AOL Mail ! -

Re: [QUAD-L] the bag vs. the valve

I am extremely active so I'm trying to reduce my drag to a minimum.? I've worn a legbag for about 3yrs now and I find that it shifts anytime I move in my chair,?transfer, and/or try to get close to?a woman on a couch.? It just seems to me that if?one's bladder can hold an average amount urine

[QUAD-L] supra pictures

Does anyone know where I can view some actual pictures of what the supra tube site should look like post surgery? Luke More new features than ever. Check out the new AOL Mail ! -

[QUAD-L] supra pubic catheter

Is there a catheter that bends at a 90 degree angle so you don't have to bend a regular catheter? It agitates my bladder to bend it. Luke 7yrs post More new features than ever. Check out the new AOL Mail ! -

[QUAD-L] Where to purchase a van?

Hey all When I purchase my van the lady at American LiftAids told me I can buy?it from a local dealership or I can buy it directly?from Braun. Do you know if one way is better or not? Luke c-5/6 Email and AIM finally

[QUAD-L] Van choice

I'm trying to decide between a chevy Uplander and a Buick Terraza. They both have similar body styles.? I am just wondering if any of you guys have owned either vehicle and your opinions. thanks Luke c-5/6 7yrs and some change

Re: [QUAD-L] myspace

eric i have a myspace music: http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofilefriendID=131520492 Luke -Original Message- From: Eric W Rudd [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Wed, 7 Nov 2007 9:27 pm Subject: [QUAD-L] myspace any myspace quads? ? Eric W

[QUAD-L] Van Mods

I just passed my driver's test with flying colors!? Now it's time to start van shopping.? I'm thinking about getting a Chevy Uplander and I'll be driving from the drivers seat as opposed to my wheelchair. Where can I go on the net that can explain all the conversion options for handicapped

Re: [QUAD-L] BOWEL PROGRAM QUESTION

I always eat fruit and drink plenty of water and in about 30min I'm done. Luke -Original Message- From: Paul Jacobson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Sun, 28 Oct 2007 1:47 am Subject: [QUAD-L] BOWEL PROGRAM QUESTION Hello folks,

Re: [QUAD-L] Irrigating indwelling or suprapubic catheters

I keep a leg bag connected to my catheter day and night.? When I'm in bed I don't leave it attached to my leg, I just lay it on the bed next to me.? I've done this for several years now and haven't really had a problem.? I used to have trouble with bags slipping off the catheter but since I

Re: [QUAD-L] Irrigating indwelling or suprapubic catheters

I've found that as long as I drink plenty of water I have no clogs and no problems. Luke -Original Message- From: Danny Hearn [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Fri, 26 Oct 2007 5:31 pm Subject: [QUAD-L] Irrigating indwelling or suprapubic catheters Hi - All My new

[QUAD-L] Sling depth

can anyone tell me what to measure when it's talkin' about adjustable sling depth? it's for a handcycle.? (the three-wheeled bike that you ride, not the stationary unit) Luke Email and AIM finally together. You've gotta

[QUAD-L] handcycles

I'm thinking about purchasing?the Quickie Shadow Mach 2?handcyle from sportaid.com.? Has anyone purchased a handcycle online?? Is the Shadow a good handcycle?? I'm going to take a Walking for fitness class next semester and I thought this would be an awesome way to exercise. Luke c-5/6

Re: [QUAD-L] Exactly 10 years today

Dan I just had my 7yr and I didn't even know it until someone asked me what the date was.??And my date is tatooed on my arm!! Congrats Luke C-5/6 dirtbike -Original Message- From: Danny Hearn [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Fri, 3 Aug 2007 2:35 pm Subject: [QUAD-L]

[QUAD-L] mobile handcycles

I was referring to mobile handcycles (the giant adult tricycles). I believe the stationary ones, like the saratoga,?are called arm bikes. Sorry for not making myself more clear before. Luke c-5/6 7yrs -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Fri, 3 Aug

[QUAD-L] civilian's writing parking tickets

What do I have to do to start writing parking tickets? Luke AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at AOL.com.

[QUAD-L] 2 Magic Bullets

When I'm about halfway through my bowel program I sometimes have to use a second magic bullet to get the last bowel out.? Could this harm me in anyway? Luke c-5/6 incomplete 7yrs AOL now offers free email to everyone.

Re: [QUAD-L] 2 Magic Bullets

I do digital stimulation but it's like my sphincter muscle stays very tight no matter how much I stim.? My doctor put me on 100mg of docusate 1Xday and 2 senna lax tablets on the bp day.? Also because I have a foley I'm constantly drinking water.? Even when the stool is soft it doesn't always

[QUAD-L] quad instrutional video

after going inpatient at TIRR rehab in Houston a month ago, my doctors and therapist were impressed with how well i handled myself (transfers, doing my bp, getting around, etc.) so they wanted me to film myself at home (college dorm) doing my usual routine.? I have a film major buddy here at

[QUAD-L] supur pubic tube

hey everyone i just got back from my urologist's office and I found out that because I've had a foley cath in for the past three years my bladder has shrunk.? i have a lot of discomfort (pain) with the foley. he has told me my alternatives to the foley and i believe my best option is a supur

[QUAD-L] quad friendly beer bottle opener

For all those who drink a lot of beer and hate having to ask someone to pop the top there's 'The Bottle Popper'. http://www.bottlepopper.com/index.cfm It works like a charm. Luke-? c-5/6 incomplete 7yrs AOL now offers

[QUAD-L] permobil street

i recently tried out the permobil street.  it was the smoothest ride i've ever experienced.  i'm thinking about getting it because i'm always having to zoom around the college campus.  the seat height is a liitle tall though.  does anyone own one?  any trouble with it? luke c-5/6 incomplete

[QUAD-L] anyone play the harp?

Hey all i've been playin' the harp for about 6yrs now and i believe it's helped me to cope with many depresive issues. Also it's good for the lungs! Those with little arm movement can play too. I play with my hands, with a harp neck hanger, or I play just by holding the harp in my mouth. With

Re: [QUAD-L] sex

It can be done by folding the cath tube over and wearing a condom. That's what I do. I'm not sure but, I don't think it's very easy to pull a full catheter balloon out through a man's penis. Luke -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Sat,

[QUAD-L] Disability Documentaries

Hey All It's been about a year or so since my last post. Since then I've started going to college--majoring in psychology. What I plan to do is get my Master's in Occupational Therapy. I started a Student Organization along with my fellow college crips. We're called the SWAA--Students

Re: [QUAD-L] RE: Baclofen pump

I have heard that the pump has helped a lot of people but me personally i had a bunch of problems with it. the skin over the pump was very painful to the touch. my spasms kept getting worse the more they raised the dosage. the doctor found bacteria in the baclofen fluid so i told them to remove

[QUAD-L] ticket to work

hey guys will someone tell me the pros and cons of the ticket to work program? my VR brought up the subject and i told her i wanted to learn more about it first. Luke Check out AOL.com today. Breaking news, video search, pictures, email and IM. All on demand. Always Free.

[QUAD-L] why not pet a service dogs

hey guys i'm trying to come up with a list of reasons why a person, other than the owner, is not supposed to pet a service dog.(preverable 5 or 10 reasons becausethey are good round numbers) After i tell someone not to pet my dog i want to hand them a flyer with the list on it. 1) 2 3 4 5

[QUAD-L] college-soc.sec.

are wesupposed to use our social security to help pay for the housing and food? it seems to me like we should. Luke

[QUAD-L] college

hey guys i'm having some trouble getting financial aid for school. i have recieved $2025 PELL Grant but it doesn't quite cover the tuition and fees. i stillneed another$3000 to pay the dorm fee, food ticket, and books. my only income is social security. some people have told me that i

Re: [QUAD-L] Pavement Drawings-Simply Amazing

W I started doing what I call yardart. You ride your power chair in a repedative path in your yard until you kill the grass in a desired shape. It takes a long time and don't do it after a rain all it does is rut up the path. I've only done a bulls eye, but the grass has grown back up now. You

Re: [QUAD-L] Sun

It's 83F hear in Texas. I have my A/C running. Luke In a message dated 11/8/2005 2:23:34 PM Central Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I don't think it's even 50 in Seattle. I'm wearing thigh high stockings, long johns, wool and fleece. I sort of freak out when the weather changes.

Re: [QUAD-L] Sun

It almost looks like I'm sweating it's so humid.. Luke In a message dated 11/8/2005 3:04:34 PM Central Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: It's 84F at 2:57 P.M. with highs expected to hit 88F. I'm lovin' it... With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 29 Years PostTexas, USA

[QUAD-L] quad OT

hey guys I reallywant to pursue becoming an OT. What do you guys think my chances are of competing withAB OTs? I'm c-5/6 incomplete with enough arm strength to do most all my own transfers, but there's no way I'd be able to help another person do a transfer. I've heard that more and more

Re: [QUAD-L] falling asleep...no turns

In a message dated 10/22/2005 2:20:42 PM Central Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi ,I sleep on my side with no turns, since I live alone I have a Luminex AirFlow thru mattress. My tv is my best friend at nite if I can't sleep, Ijust set it on sleep timer hopefully I fall

Re: [QUAD-L] About A.D. = Autonomic Dysflexia

In a message dated 10/21/2005 9:26:47 AM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: It is severe pounding and sharp pain in head that can keep increasing. Thanks, Dan and sweating and chills and spasms... i have a little card that describes what AD is and i carry it with me. most of

[QUAD-L] About A.D. = Autonomic Dysflexia

In a message dated 10/21/2005 11:00:15 AM Central Daylight Time, TheOmen723 writes: In a message dated 10/21/2005 10:20:12 AM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Thank you and Bill for more info on this subject also to any others that may respondDo you know where a card

[QUAD-L] tendinitis tendonitis

is there a difference between tendinitis andtendonitis? Luke

[QUAD-L] electric chair transporting

hey guys if a person uses a power wheelchair, has limited money to purchase an accessible vehicle, and needs to travel for work, school, etc. what options does he or she have? what type of programs are there? Luke p.s.We finally have power back down here in the eastern part of the Lone Star

Re: [QUAD-L] walk project

In a message dated 10/12/2005 5:33:50 AM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I am a quad c3 and 8 years.has anyone heard about www.walkproject.com. Is there one who has undergonethe training.what is your experience? i wish i could attend their trainingprograms.but i will be limited

[QUAD-L] essay help

hey guys i need some help with my essay. would you mind reading my intro and telling me what you think i could do do improve the writing or if you think it's just shit? i'm not trying to suggest that all professionals are wrong in telling people to use a manual wheelchair but i was told

[QUAD-L] shoulder injuries

hey all im writing an essay for school and wondering if you would answerfewquestions: can or could youpush a manual wheelchair? do you have a shoulder injury from pushing a manual chair? has a rehab center, doctor, etc.suggested pushing a manual chair to build arm strength? thanks guys.

[QUAD-L] no running water, no electricity

thanks for all you guys who have us here in Texas in your prayers. we have running water during the day now, but its not drinkable without boiling it first. still no electricity, though. a cool front came inthe other day. i'm still in good spirit and try to keep complaining to

[QUAD-L] no running water, no electricity

hey all i survived rita! but i think the heats about to kill me. i get my brother to toss me in the lake (filled with cold rainwater) twice a day. the only electricity we have is a small generator that we use to power the fridge, a few fans, and the computer (as long as we have gas). my

Re: [QUAD-L] lying flat

when i get on the floor and lay on my back my tail bone hurts and i get dysreflexia. maybe you have a sensitive tailbone. luke In a message dated 9/19/2005 2:30:24 PM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi All, WhenI transfer into bed the head is raised up a bit. I stay like

Re: [QUAD-L] sleep

i'm always too hot or too cold that's why we put my bed near my window unit so that i can adjustthe tempwhen i feel a flash coming on. luke In a message dated 9/14/2005 11:32:45 PM Central Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I've been having a terrible time sleeping. I'm

[QUAD-L] sleep

In a message dated 9/15/2005 9:49:56 AM Central Standard Time, TheOmen723 writes: In a message dated 9/15/2005 9:42:35 AM Central Standard Time, DAANOO writes: What does everybody take for sleeping. I've used Ambien for over 10 years and it isn't very effective at all

[QUAD-L] info about spasms

Spinal Cord Injury - InfoSheet #16Level - ConsumerDate: December, 2001 What is Spastic Hypertonia? Spastic Hypertonia (SH) is a term that doctors are now using to offer a more complete description of spasticity and various conditions of extreme muscle tension. Spastic Hypertonia refers

Re: [QUAD-L] hey,,this is normal for me,,what about you ?

my bp has gotten down to 53/35 before and i didn't even feel lite headed. i asked my doc and she said that AS long as i feel aright when it gets that low i'm ok. it seems to get lower when i start working out. luke In a message dated 9/15/2005 6:25:39 PM Central Standard Time, [EMAIL

[QUAD-L] Netiquette

Netiquette Home Page -- A Service of Albion.com This site shows how to keep the peace over the net. Luke

[QUAD-L] Fwd: Ingrates

In a message dated 9/12/2005 11:05:55 AM Central Standard Time, TheOmen723 writes: It has been in the news. i've seen people demanding help all over the news, even themayor of new orleans. i can't say i wouldn't do the same though. i hope would have enough sense to appreciate help

[QUAD-L] Quad Workstation

Physical therapy, vocational, and recreational rehabilitation products for quadriplegics. here's what i have. luke ---BeginMessage--- Physical therapy, vocational, and recreational rehabilitation products for quadriplegics. here's what i have. luke ---End

Re: [QUAD-L] Hello???

River are you talking about the U.S. which is $7,001,852,607,623.35 in debt? In a message dated 9/1/2005 9:54:43 AM Central Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: i can't believe this happened in the "richest" country in the world.

Re: [QUAD-L] Transfers

i to am c-5/6 without the use of my fingers and iwork at whatever it is i'm trying to do with my hands until i figure out a way get them to accommodate me. now people, a lot of times, can't even tell my hands are paralyzed. In a message dated 8/26/2005 9:44:53 PM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL

[QUAD-L] filing papers

how do you guys file your papers? every 2 or 3 days my desk is covered with papers, which i just keep putting to the side, neglecting to sort them. luke

[QUAD-L] Transfers

In a message dated 8/23/2005 10:12:33 AM Central Standard Time, TheOmen723 writes: hey paul can you do a weight shift in your chair or turn yourself at night? if not that would be a good starting point.i'm c-5/6 incomplete, have veryweak tricepts and have been transfering

Re: [QUAD-L] Transfers

I LET MY SPASMS HELP ME WITH MY FEET. ONCE I HAVE MY BUTT ON THE BED I LEAN BACK AND MY LEGS NATURALLY FOLLOW. THEN I USE MY TRAPESE BAR TO HELP MYSELF STRAIGHTEN OUT. I USE TO TRANSFER TO A REGULAR MATTRESS WHICH WAS EASY BUT NOW I HAVE A PRODIGY AIR MATTRESS WHICH MAKES MOVING WHILE I'M

Re: [QUAD-L] Mattresses

what problems did you have with the Prodigy mattress? i just got one. luke In a message dated 8/22/2005 3:43:46 PM Central Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I have been a C-5 quad for almost 40 years and, remarkably, I have been very few skin

Re: [QUAD-L] Pain and AD

Gabe's Mom, i knowexactly what he is going through. i had the same problem for a number of years. serious pain (in my hips, back, tailbone), dysreflexia, horrible spasms. i really thought i was going to die and everyone that came around me just felt bad because no one could help.iwas

Re: [QUAD-L] Am I the only eBay shopper here?

we found out that my aid could go to the company she works for and get two boxes of gloves every two weeks for free. luke In a message dated 8/16/2005 6:09:34 PM Central Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Doesn't Medicare pay for gloves?

[QUAD-L] Voice Activated Hands Free Phone

In a message dated 8/15/2005 4:59:13 PM Central Standard Time, TheOmen723 writes: about a month ago i started using lifeline. CBA is covering it. i have a little beeper that hangs arouiind my neck and a speaker phone in my room. when i hit the beeper it calls them and they see if i

[QUAD-L] hanger

it took me awhile to learn to transfer to the stander. it's a little tricky. you bend the hanger like this. put the end of the hanger that has the red box around it through the button hole, then put the button in the very tip of the part of the hanger w/ the red box around it. pullthe

Re: [QUAD-L] bowel mgmt

karen the thing that helped me become indepedent the most was transfering. i was very weak when i first came home after my accident but i went back to rehab a second time and they helped me build up my strength enough to start moving myself around some . i started working out, stretching,

[QUAD-L] bowel mgmt

In a message dated 8/11/2005 6:17:14 PM Central Standard Time, TheOmen723 writes: there is a difference between Magic Bullet brand and the generic. the generic has hydrogenated vegitable oil along with the other ingredients,i think it makes them last longer. it didn't work

[QUAD-L] wheelchair drop out

hello everyone i was just sitting outside looking at the ducksby the lake in our backyard with my dog, Daisy. doesn't her name just sound so sweet. well that sweet dog just pulled me out of my chair trying too get the ducks. i caught myself at first but i had the leashwrapped around my hand

Re: [QUAD-L] bowel mgmt

karen i am an incomplete and i have some feeling. my left hand doesn't work but i can move my thumb and index fingers on my right a little. how long has been paralyzed? has he tried doing his own BP yet? does he have all the equipment?(stimmer, suppository inserter) i'm assuming he uses

Re: [QUAD-L] Questions People ask us Quads.

one day i was sitting outside of Target, minding my own business,waiting for my mom and some old lady walked up and tried to give me ten dollars. she looked like she needed it more than me, though. so i declined. luke In a message dated 8/6/2005 12:33:05 PM Central Standard Time,

Re: [QUAD-L] Questions People ask us Quads.

i had no ill feelings toward the lady. i am just not the kind of person to take money from a little old lady. now if i had a tip jar sitting in my lap and was playing the harmonica i would have gladly recieved. luke In a message dated 8/7/2005 3:25:28 PM Central Standard Time, [EMAIL

Re: [QUAD-L] Caregivers

steve do you get a criminal background check on the caregivers you hire? luke In a message dated 8/7/2005 8:58:05 PM Central Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I have a similar situation where I only need less than 1 hour per visit. I advertise for my caregivers and start them

[QUAD-L] bowel mgmt

In a message dated 8/5/2005 6:38:10 PM Central Standard Time, TheOmen723 writes: i drink lots of agua, orange juice with lots of pulp, fiber ensure drink, and if that doesn't work i'll take a swig of milk-o-magchase it withabottle of water. i do my own BP and rarelyever have

Re: [QUAD-L] Gut

i tried an electric stimulator on my stomach, back, triceps, and forearm and the only place that i noticed a difference was my tricepts. i have a gut but i think it adds to my sexual attraction. if you're trying to get a bod like a movie star you might as well start praying to Buddha and

Re: [QUAD-L] Questions People ask us Quads.

i didn't know jack shit about quads before i became one and still it took a few years for me to learn all the interworkings of quad life. when i first had my accident, i rememberpeople asking me if i would ever ride another dirtbike and i kept telling people, "oh yea, as soon as i heal up."

Re: [QUAD-L] i'm so depressed i could throw up

In a message dated 8/1/2005 7:34:22 AM Central Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hey Luke, I think we have all been there. My suggestion to you is to go away to college, live on campus.You will have a new group of friends, ones that will stay for the rest of your life. Good

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