Re: [QUAD-L] Quadlist Zoom Meeting, 3/15

I love the idea, but I've never joined in. I've been in bed quite a bit with a pressure sore among other excuses. I should be able to make it on most of the times that have been suggested, but haven't. I hope they've been going fine and with some results. I hope for those involved that you can

Re: [QUAD-L] Covid and Vaccine

Hello Nikki and all. I had the Moderna first and second. I have a little fatigue the next day, but other than that no problems. My wife and son went with the Johnson & Johnson, and had fatigue the next day also. Other than that, that's about it. Take care, Randy Anderson C4/5 On Fri, Sep 3,

Re: [QUAD-L] Covid

I got my 2nd shot this last Friday. The 2nd one has had "slightly "more discomfort. A temperature of 99.6 that came down with Tylenol. Some discomfort, but definitely doable. On Mon, Mar 15, 2021 at 4:43 PM Greg wrote: > Got my first Covid shot today. > I only hope the alien they got the DNA

Re: [QUAD-L] Voice Operated TV Google, Alexa, others?

;> On Wed, Feb 24, 2021 at 9:32 AM wrote: >> >>> I have an Amazon Firetv and the fire tv app on my phone. I can control >>> lot of stuff, turn tv on/off, control amazon prime tv, netflix, other >>> apps. >>> I cannot control Directtv box. >>> My frie

Re: [QUAD-L] Voice Operated TV Google, Alexa, others?

; > > > Nicki C5/6 > > > > *From:* Randy Anderson [mailto:randyanderson...@gmail.com] > *Sent:* Tuesday, February 23, 2021 4:15 PM > *To:* quad-list > *Subject:* [QUAD-L] Voice Operated TV Google, Alexa, others? > > > > Hello > > I have a SCI 4/5, no m

[QUAD-L] Voice Operated TV Google, Alexa, others?

Hello I have a SCI 4/5, no movement from the neck down using a sip and puff power wheelchair. The picture on our TV went out yesterday morning so I'm looking for another one. I'm seeing that some TVs they come with an option of using your voice with Google or Alexa, and maybe others. I do have

Re: [QUAD-L] Does everyone have solid tires on their rehab power chairs?

I have always had solid tires on my chairs, from fear of flats. I have heard that the pneumatic tend to be smoother. On Fri, Feb 5, 2021 at 3:49 PM Nichole Rohling wrote: > Mie have always been solid. > > > > Nicki > > > > *From:* Lori Michaelson [mailto:lorilivin...@gmail.com] > *Sent:*

Re: [QUAD-L] About Flu Shots

I have gotten the flu shot every year for the past 20 years or so. I don't believe I've ever been sick enough to notice, after taking it. On Tue, Nov 24, 2020 at 10:50 AM Aaron Mann wrote: > Remember these are our opinions, please research before deciding. Try here > to start:

Re: [QUAD-L] It's me Greg

Nice to see you back Greg! Keep up the good work and the GREAT ATTITUDE!I Good luck, keep it up and best wishes. Randy On Fri, Aug 30, 2019 at 3:41 PM Eric Olson wrote: > Truthfully, I didn't think you were coming back. Glad I was wrong I have > lots of questions, but will let you rest > > On

Re: [QUAD-L] anesthesia worry

go from > there. > > On Fri, Jun 21, 2019 at 1:33 PM Shirley Bell wrote: > >> Hi Randy, where can I get a card?? >> >> *From:* Randy Anderson >> *Sent:* Wednesday, June 19, 2019 8:43 PM >> *To:* Danny Espinoza >> *Cc:* poaj...@sbcglobal.net ; Shirley

Re: [QUAD-L] anesthesia worry

I had my gallbladder taken out several years ago, laparoscopically as I remember it they had me completely under and I had no problems. On the other hand, I had hemorrhoid surgery about 2 months ago. I had told my doctor, nurses, nurse assistance, anesthesiologists and his assistant that in the

Re: FW: [QUAD-L] BOWEL PROGRAM: What works best - Magic Bullet/Enemieez/Other?

After my accident in 98 I rehabbed out at Craig Institute in Denver. They used and suggested I use MAGIC bullet, I have ever since and it seems to work for me although I've never tried anything else to compare it to. Also, I use to do my ball program every other day but switched to 3 times a day,

Re: [QUAD-L] Pressure on the privates!

Hello everybody. In my opinion I would suggest: Starting with the Caregivers, the thigh straps on your sling should be kept closer to the knee then to the groin. For me, the thigh straps go through each other and anchor to your Hoyer on the opposite side of the leg that it supporting (I.e. the

Re: [QUAD-L] Sweating

Hello I'm 21 years post with a SP site. I also have had a protrusion around the catheter for quite a few years. We call it the "proud flesh" or "the meat". I believe the sticks you referred to have silver nitrate on them and uses a chemical reaction to cauterize the proud flesh. In the past I've

Re: [QUAD-L] Baclofen Pump

Hello Paul I have a friend of mine that uses one. He was having problems keeping spasms under control so he switched to a pump. As far as I know he still likes it. Randy On Sun, Nov 4, 2018 at 10:26 PM Paul Jacobson wrote: > Hi, anyone using his? Love to hear what you think. I am considering

[QUAD-L] Water reservoirs and silly straws?

Hello As far as drinking water, coffee or anything else as a C 4/5 quadriplegic paralyzed from the neck down using a power wheelchair with sip-n-puff controls. For cold or hot water I use an insulated mug and cover along with 18 inch flexible straws, that I place on my wheelchair table inside a

Re: [QUAD-L] It's hard

Sometimes when I find myself frustrated quite often it's about the same things (something my aides do or don't do, something not quite right with my accessibility equipment, friction between myself and family…). On a lot of these things it frustrates me but I just let it ride, and don't do

Re: [QUAD-L] Can u hear me?

Yup! On Fri, Aug 17, 2018 at 9:54 AM, wrote: > Loud n Clear Billy! Loud n Clear > Best Wishes > > In a message dated 8/16/2018 8:40:10 PM Central Standard Time, > blan...@icloud.com writes: > > Hi guys, I know it has been a while but am I still on? Somehow my mailbox > for quadlist is gone. >

[QUAD-L] anybody know of a good voice recorder?

Hello, I'm looking to purchase a hands-free voice recorder. I am a quadriplegic with no movement from the shoulders down. I would like to get a voice recorder that is as hands-free as possible, although I can use a mouse stick. Hopefully something with All the buttons on the front, or something

Re: [QUAD-L] SupraPubic Tube

Hello, I suggest you ask your doctor When I had mine done about 20 years ago, they gave me the impression that it COULD close up VERY QUICKLY (minutes) when it's first done. Personally, the only time I I leave my catheter out is when it's being changed with a new one. I'm not sure what you mean by

Re: [QUAD-L] Need help with options to help catheter go in

Something like this only not so "cute". https://www.ebay.com/itm/Travel-CATHETER-BAG-COVER-Urine-bag-Foley-Tube-cover-Seniors-Elderly-Kids-2000mL/152978726815?hash=item239e3e1f9f:g:w3sAAOSwBnZapGOn On Tue, May 1, 2018 at 5:25 PM, Randy Anderson <randyanderson...@gmail.com> wro

Re: [QUAD-L] Need help with options to help catheter go in

Hello Ron I am a C4/5 paralyzed from the neck down. I went with the suprapubic about 4 months after my accident, while at rehab. Your concern about the bladder no longer expanding: I've thought about this also but have never asked a urologist about it. I've been a quad for 20 years and went to my

[QUAD-L] tongue control versus sip and puff?

I found this article kind of interesting, as a sip and puff user. http://www.foxnews.com/health/2013/11/27/tongue-controlled-wheelchairs-prove-effective-for-quadriplegic-patients.html

Re: [QUAD-L] Sore

Possibly from "long"weight shifts, with your legs up? Napping? :-) :-) Putting more pressure on the calf pad? On Mon, Mar 26, 2018 at 5:19 PM, Greg wrote: > Just found a 1 inch round sore on my calf. > I check all the time, it must have happened fast. It barely touches my >

Re: [QUAD-L] Movies

I've heard about it but don't know of anybody who's used it, BUT I'M JEALOUS! :-) :-) On Mon, Mar 26, 2018 at 5:05 PM, Greg wrote: > Anyone use MoviePass? > I live a mile from a Theater that takes it. I could cruise there myself > and watch movies often. > Its like $8 a month.

Re: [QUAD-L] suprapubic

19 years for me. Randy On Thu, Mar 22, 2018 at 2:49 PM, Ismael Cavazos wrote: > I have one myself for 28 years > > > > > > *From:* Danny Hearn [mailto:ddh...@sbcglobal.net] > *Sent:* Thursday, March 22, 2018 2:26 PM > *To:* Eddie Castle; john owens > *Cc:* Quad-list

Re: [QUAD-L] Baby it's cold outside

Northern Minnesota, 100 miles south of Canada. low last night without windchill -34° high today -1°. But, it's warming up for the weekend! On Fri, Jan 5, 2018 at 2:11 PM, Greg wrote: > I know what you mean. It's going to drop all the way to 72 tomorrow. > 63 and rain by Tues.

[QUAD-L] Re: [QUAD-L] When commanding Dragon NaturallySpeaking to "go to sleep", it will occasionally unload the program.… On the new commuter about twice a day

Hello Debra, You could try training "Go to sleep" a few times. This may not work but is relatively easy to do, and can't hurt. If it does seem to help or if you solve the problem, I would suggest sometime when it's working well repeat the command for "Go to Sleep" and "Wake-up " multiple times.

Re: [QUAD-L] Sennheiser PC 31-11

Hello all, I've had 2 headsets in the last 15 years, and both of them came with my Dragon NaturallySpeaking software, I think you can get them from Dragon for about $25 but I'm not sure on that. I use a telescoping rod that attaches to a shelf on my desk, I've had it so long I'm not sure where I

[QUAD-L] Bedtime Talk?

Now that I have your attention. Hello Is anybody familiar with either of these two mattresses? Primarily the Blue Chip mattress. Mainly I'm worried about airflow resulting in: 1# being cold 2# being noisy. Any comments would be appreciated. Thanks, Randy Blue Chip Medical Products Power -Turn

Re: [QUAD-L] Old worn out Electric Wheelchair disposal help

Hello, I put my 1st use chair on the seat of my Polaris Ranger.. And then I use a winch across the rollbar's above to set me in the seat..For the 2nd one, my work comp people asked me to keep it for a while as a spare in case my 3rd chair goes kaput. But when it's time that one will be

RE: [QUAD-L] Why do Quads get light headed after eating? Do you?

Jeff, make sense to me. Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Jeffrey Gaede Sent: Wednesday, June 14, 2017 9:15 PM To: Bobbie Humphreys; DAVID LEWIS Cc: Quad-list Post Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Why do Quads get light headed after eating? Do you? But then I think, when you're in the situation and

Re: [QUAD-L] Why do Quads get light headed after eating? Do you?

Ditto, to Jeff. I have about the same problem and handle it the same way. Usually it's because I've been doing too much talking,, talking why eating or eating too fast.

Re: [QUAD-L] Shingles Shot ?

Hello Thanks everybody for your comments and suggestions on the shingles shot. Randy On Tue, Jun 13, 2017 at 5:31 PM, Carolyn Boyles wrote: > Your doctor would tell you it's perfectly safe, but I have to agree with > other folks that unless you absolutely have to have a

[QUAD-L] Shingles Shot ?

Hello, I'm a 61-year-old male 19 years with a SCI. Have never had a single shot,, but it's probably time. Has anyone with a SCI had one and did you have any bad effects from it? Probably a question for my doctor, but just wondering.. Thanks, Randy

[QUAD-L] How do I get rid of my Microsoft pin?

I just got a new computer with Dragon version 13 premium. I have to use a pin In order to sign on to Microsoft so that I can go in and activate Dragon, but the problem is I can't do this because I only use a mouse stick sometimes, and do not have a keyboard available. Question is this: so I use

Re: [QUAD-L] Sweating on right side

Hello Larry Do you by chance use a CPAP. I've had trouble with stomachaches and a bloated belly. I think it may be from the CPAP. If I sleep without it I seem to do better. I sleep with it on 7, which is in very high. I would like to turn it down to 6 that they want me to go to a sleep clinic

Re: [QUAD-L] TDX5 Joystick?

8:27 AM (7 hours ago) to greg, wheelchair, quad-list I am thinking of getting a new power chair. I like the mid-wheel Permobil. Have any tried a rear wheel drive or front wheel drive? I live in a small house so do not have a lot of room to turn etc. What is the better chair for a small area?

Re: [QUAD-L] Dragon NaturallySpeaking version 13 HOME or version 13 PREMIUM?

support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/17208/windows-10- > use-speech-recognition > > Windows Speech Recognition commands > https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/12427/windows- > speech-recognition-commands > > > > On Tue, May 9, 2017 at 11:55 AM, Randy Anderson < >

[QUAD-L] Dragon NaturallySpeaking version 13 HOME or version 13 PREMIUM?

Hello I am buying a new computer and Dragon NaturallySpeaking software. I am currently using version 10 HOME. On Dragons website the version 13 HOME is $60 and the version 13 PREMIUM is $200. I understand that the version 13 is the latest version in these two categories. Is that correct? How new

Re: [QUAD-L] Night time drinking "water or juice" with a sp cath on a c2 quad.

Hello Denny I'm a c4/5 complete with no movement from the neck down. For drinking I use a Camelbac (that's a brand, there are others) on the back of my wheelchair and also in bed when necessary. You can find them on the Internet. They come in sizes, I used the hundred ounce. I attach it to the

Re: [QUAD-L] Thieves

I changed mine to. On Sat, Dec 31, 2016 at 2:00 AM, Gail Holmes wrote: > I've been ignoring these notices too long as well. > > Thanks for reminding us and I'm also glad it wasn't worse for you. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Dec 30, 2016, at 10:45 PM, Lori Michaelson