Re: [QUAD-L] Venous Insufficiency
It was called ablation I believe, the veins that were supposed to carry blood from feet to heart. On Sun, Jul 7, 2024 at 12:31 PM Nichole Rohling wrote: > Todd, > > What procedures did you have? Vein removal? > > > > Nicki > > > > *From:* Todd D [mailto:todd.daughe...@gmail.com] > *Sent:* Friday, July 5, 2024 5:44 PM > *To:* Eric Olson > *Cc:* Nichole Rohling; quad-list@eskimo.com > *Subject:* Re: [QUAD-L] Venous Insufficiency > > > > I had 2 vein surgeries on both legs and still had problems. I'm c6 from > 1989, went to wound specialists for a while and ended up wearing a 2 layer > compression bandage system from my toes to knees. There are different > brands, some are 3 layer, Coban is the expensive brand. Carewell has them > for 19, Honest medical for 12, or I get them through my insurance vendor. > > > > I wear them for about two weeks at a time. I've been doing this over a > year, my left foot and my one of my left toes still get swollen. > > > > On Fri, Jul 5, 2024 at 4:21 PM Eric Olson wrote: > > Like I said, when I was first injured they would wrap my feet / lower legs > with ace bandages. Whenever I go into the hospital, they put something > like this on me except they aren't heated. A nurse friend of mine thinks > it's a bad idea. He thinks doing it makes me more likely to throw a clot > > > > > https://www.target.com/p/foot-dr-air-o-thermo-full-leg-air-compression/-/A-87855271?ref=tgt_adv_xsf&AFID=google&CPNG=Beauty+-+Target+Plus&adgroup=37-8 > > > > > https://www.walmart.com/ip/FitRx-RecoverMax-Leg-Massager-Heated-Compression-Leg-and-Foot-Massager-with-Multiple-Massage-Intensity-and-Heat-Levels/505146401?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&wl13=2452&gclsrc=aw.ds&adid=277505146401_117755028669_12420145346&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=501107745824&wl4=pla-394283752452&wl5=9018788&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=local&wl12=505146401&veh=sem_LIA&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjws560BhCuARIsAHMqE0GN7raCYX4BSLSHM3o_Q5-jggDDmRFlhMiB2KkIMlHiL-Q1Bhmrr00aAhA7EALw_wcB > > > > > https://www.temu.com/foot-and-leg-and-calf-compression-massager-for-circulation-with-heat-and-compression-for-relaxation-gift-for-chrismas-thanking-giving-g-601099533901910.html?top_gallery_url=https%3A%2F%2Fimg.kwcdn.com%2Fproduct%2Ffancy%2Fb40a7328-5b61-4314-88b4-6a485f47c211.jpg&spec_gallery_id=2056406897&share_token=l2j6jWBpcOUoXAqm_4JCzGPkiaALT9fva_pbgHi2KYLkPwYSLAZ2kco9_lQz353Vztex9k60NvppiyDjF5xsCyhLmWJQdXefTCisydaZ569eKjPTJAcWCufcRTVHzdUn&refer_page_el_sn=209279&_x_vst_scene=adg&_x_ads_sub_channel=shopping&_x_ns_prz_type=-1&_x_ns_sku_id=17592290089660&_x_ns_gid=601099533901910&_x_ads_channel=google&_x_gmc_account=647900107&_x_login_type=Google&_x_ads_account=1919904652&_x_ads_set=21119328236&_x_ads_id=160974685118&_x_ads_creative_id=694312278211&_x_ns_source=g&_x_ns_gclid=Cj0KCQjws560BhCuARIsAHMqE0FgUEAvwCFe3tudKl9kaLpV4_A8sfy3NtW5qPMyeXttiajdNQLLgUAaAiI6EALw_wcB&_x_ns_placement=&_x_ns_match_type=&_x_ns_ad_position=&_x_ns_product_id=17592290089660&_x_ns_target=&_x_ns_devicemodel=&_x_ns_wbraid=Cj8KCQjwkJm0BhChARIuAJ8XqdphM-ityb-VLqJi7Dq9h61MrnwwwmrBY5gspiGv8shc_JiL5O9UHJJGHxoCl7Q&_x_ns_gbraid=0Ao4mICGXKLtxnA9xRdV-QnnKtjxO3&_x_ns_targetid=pla-321962298361&refer_page_name=kuiper&refer_page_id=13554_1720217089525_z5l4au3xfp&refer_page_sn=13554&_x_sessn_id=ngh7u5l4ay > > > > On Fri, Jul 5, 2024 at 2:00 PM Nichole Rohling > wrote: > > My bed is adjustable and I do elevate the foot of it in addition > > to propping them up in a wedge. My legs are definitely higher than > > my heart. > > > > Nicki > > > > *From:* Eric Olson [mailto:whee...@wi.rr.com] > *Sent:* Friday, July 5, 2024 1:37 PM > *To:* Nichole Rohling > *Subject:* Re: [QUAD-L] Venous Insufficiency > > > > The only thing I could suggest is, when you tilt back, put some pillows > under your legs to really get your feet as high up as possible. Does your > bed go in trendelenbourg? > > > > On Thu, Jul 4, 2024 at 3:41 PM Nichole Rohling > wrote: > > Yes I do wear the compression stockings that are the tightest 30/40 > > Dr. didn’t say anything about my bulging vein this time. It used to > > go down within minutes of getting in bed and would be concaved down > > my entire shin until I was up 24 hours because of severe weather and had > > nobody to get me in chair if I needed to get in my safe room. > > > > My primary wasn’t concerned with bulging vein other than I had phlebitis. > > I’m on blood thinner fo
Re: [QUAD-L] Venous Insufficiency
I had 2 vein surgeries on both legs and still had problems. I'm c6 from 1989, went to wound specialists for a while and ended up wearing a 2 layer compression bandage system from my toes to knees. There are different brands, some are 3 layer, Coban is the expensive brand. Carewell has them for 19, Honest medical for 12, or I get them through my insurance vendor. I wear them for about two weeks at a time. I've been doing this over a year, my left foot and my one of my left toes still get swollen. On Fri, Jul 5, 2024 at 4:21 PM Eric Olson wrote: > Like I said, when I was first injured they would wrap my feet / lower legs > with ace bandages. Whenever I go into the hospital, they put something > like this on me except they aren't heated. A nurse friend of mine thinks > it's a bad idea. He thinks doing it makes me more likely to throw a clot > > > https://www.target.com/p/foot-dr-air-o-thermo-full-leg-air-compression/-/A-87855271?ref=tgt_adv_xsf&AFID=google&CPNG=Beauty+-+Target+Plus&adgroup=37-8 > > > https://www.walmart.com/ip/FitRx-RecoverMax-Leg-Massager-Heated-Compression-Leg-and-Foot-Massager-with-Multiple-Massage-Intensity-and-Heat-Levels/505146401?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&wl13=2452&gclsrc=aw.ds&adid=277505146401_117755028669_12420145346&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=501107745824&wl4=pla-394283752452&wl5=9018788&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=local&wl12=505146401&veh=sem_LIA&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjws560BhCuARIsAHMqE0GN7raCYX4BSLSHM3o_Q5-jggDDmRFlhMiB2KkIMlHiL-Q1Bhmrr00aAhA7EALw_wcB > > > https://www.temu.com/foot-and-leg-and-calf-compression-massager-for-circulation-with-heat-and-compression-for-relaxation-gift-for-chrismas-thanking-giving-g-601099533901910.html?top_gallery_url=https%3A%2F%2Fimg.kwcdn.com%2Fproduct%2Ffancy%2Fb40a7328-5b61-4314-88b4-6a485f47c211.jpg&spec_gallery_id=2056406897&share_token=l2j6jWBpcOUoXAqm_4JCzGPkiaALT9fva_pbgHi2KYLkPwYSLAZ2kco9_lQz353Vztex9k60NvppiyDjF5xsCyhLmWJQdXefTCisydaZ569eKjPTJAcWCufcRTVHzdUn&refer_page_el_sn=209279&_x_vst_scene=adg&_x_ads_sub_channel=shopping&_x_ns_prz_type=-1&_x_ns_sku_id=17592290089660&_x_ns_gid=601099533901910&_x_ads_channel=google&_x_gmc_account=647900107&_x_login_type=Google&_x_ads_account=1919904652&_x_ads_set=21119328236&_x_ads_id=160974685118&_x_ads_creative_id=694312278211&_x_ns_source=g&_x_ns_gclid=Cj0KCQjws560BhCuARIsAHMqE0FgUEAvwCFe3tudKl9kaLpV4_A8sfy3NtW5qPMyeXttiajdNQLLgUAaAiI6EALw_wcB&_x_ns_placement=&_x_ns_match_type=&_x_ns_ad_position=&_x_ns_product_id=17592290089660&_x_ns_target=&_x_ns_devicemodel=&_x_ns_wbraid=Cj8KCQjwkJm0BhChARIuAJ8XqdphM-ityb-VLqJi7Dq9h61MrnwwwmrBY5gspiGv8shc_JiL5O9UHJJGHxoCl7Q&_x_ns_gbraid=0Ao4mICGXKLtxnA9xRdV-QnnKtjxO3&_x_ns_targetid=pla-321962298361&refer_page_name=kuiper&refer_page_id=13554_1720217089525_z5l4au3xfp&refer_page_sn=13554&_x_sessn_id=ngh7u5l4ay > > On Fri, Jul 5, 2024 at 2:00 PM Nichole Rohling > wrote: > >> My bed is adjustable and I do elevate the foot of it in addition >> >> to propping them up in a wedge. My legs are definitely higher than >> >> my heart. >> >> >> >> Nicki >> >> >> >> *From:* Eric Olson [mailto:whee...@wi.rr.com] >> *Sent:* Friday, July 5, 2024 1:37 PM >> *To:* Nichole Rohling >> *Subject:* Re: [QUAD-L] Venous Insufficiency >> >> >> >> The only thing I could suggest is, when you tilt back, put some pillows >> under your legs to really get your feet as high up as possible. Does your >> bed go in trendelenbourg? >> >> >> >> On Thu, Jul 4, 2024 at 3:41 PM Nichole Rohling >> wrote: >> >> Yes I do wear the compression stockings that are the tightest 30/40 >> >> Dr. didn’t say anything about my bulging vein this time. It used to >> >> go down within minutes of getting in bed and would be concaved down >> >> my entire shin until I was up 24 hours because of severe weather and had >> >> nobody to get me in chair if I needed to get in my safe room. >> >> >> >> My primary wasn’t concerned with bulging vein other than I had phlebitis. >> >> I’m on blood thinner for a DVT in 2008. >> >> >> >> Nicki >> >> >> >> *From:* Eric Olson [mailto:whee...@wi.rr.com] >> *Sent:* Thursday, July 4, 2024 12:54 PM >> *To:* Nichole Rohling >> *Cc:* quad-list@eskimo.com >> *Subject:* Re: [QUAD-L] Venous Insufficiency >> >> >> >> If I had a golf ball bulge in my leg, I would be worried about a blood >> clot. You didn't mention if you used compression stockings >> >> >> >> On Tue, Jul 2, 2024 at 5:43 PM Nichole Rohling >> wrote: >> >> I have several issues going on with my legs. Yes I tilt back and I prop >> my feet up on a wedge in bed. >> >> I typically spend 14 hours a day in bed and now I think that it caused >> more harm than good. >> >> The great Saphenous vein in left leg has about a golf ball size bulge >> just below my knee. >> >> I’m not sure what the doctor’s solution is going to be so I was curious >> if anyone has had vein >> >> removal, laser, or radiofrequency treatment. >> >> >> >> Nicki >> >> >> >> *From:* Eric Olson [mailto:whee...@
Re: [QUAD-L] SSI disability
Thank Bob you are correct. The red book is great I'm reading through it now. What type of medical insurance would I be on after i leave this job, does my SSIDI application/approval automatically give me some sort of Medicare or is that a different process? On Tue, Oct 22, 2019 at 12:16 PM Robert Vogel wrote: > Hi Todd, > > I *think* you mean SSDI (Social Security Disability Income). The income > rules are based on net after expenses. > It is important to carefully read expenses allowed by Social Security, and > keep a folder and document all expenses. > SSDI expenses range from the obvious ones on your tax form, to medical > expenses (new wheelchair tires, service > dog expenses) and IRWE’s (Impairment-Related Work Expenses). IRWE > deductions can also include > donation of work related goods and/or services—lets say somebody does book > keeping for you for > free, you can deduct the hourly amount you would have paid that person. > > I suggest googling the Social Security ‘Red Book’ and studying it. Other > good ways to learn about > how SSDI works is to meet with somebody from your local CIL, Center for > Independant Living as well > as meeting with somebody at Social Security. > > Per the $880 and $1220 numbers. On SSDI, $880 is for the ‘Trial Work > Period’. When you first go on > SSDI you get one Trial Work Period, meaning for 9-months (they don’t have > to be in a row) any amount > you earn OVER $880 is considered SGA (Substantial Gainful Activity) and > uses up one Trial Work month— > they don’t have to be in a row, you can make a ton of money one month and > then earn below $880 the rest > of a year and you will have only used up one month. > > Once you have used up your 9-trial months, your SGA goes up to $1220 a > month. > > Hope I’ve helped and not made things more confusing. > > Bob V > > > On Oct 22, 2019, at 8:19 AM, Todd Daugherty > wrote: > > Hi everyone. I've passed my 30yr anniversary and am considering > transitioning from working full time to SSI disability. It says that in > addition to benefits, I can make between 880 and 1220/mo and still receive > benefits but I cannot find anywhere if that is net or gross. > > Any idea on this? Thanks > > Todd C6 inc '89 > > >
Re: [QUAD-L] SSI disability
I think i found part of my answer Medicare Consists of hospital insurance (Part A), supplementary medical insurance (Part B), and Medicare Advantage (Part C) Voluntary prescription drug benefits (Part D) are also included Title XVIII of the Social Security Act authorizes Medicare. On Tue, Oct 22, 2019 at 12:53 PM Todd Daugherty wrote: > Thank Bob you are correct. The red book is great I'm reading through it > now. What type of medical insurance would I be on after i leave this job, > does my SSIDI application/approval automatically give me some sort of > Medicare or is that a different process? > > On Tue, Oct 22, 2019 at 12:16 PM Robert Vogel wrote: > >> Hi Todd, >> >> I *think* you mean SSDI (Social Security Disability Income). The income >> rules are based on net after expenses. >> It is important to carefully read expenses allowed by Social Security, >> and keep a folder and document all expenses. >> SSDI expenses range from the obvious ones on your tax form, to medical >> expenses (new wheelchair tires, service >> dog expenses) and IRWE’s (Impairment-Related Work Expenses). IRWE >> deductions can also include >> donation of work related goods and/or services—lets say somebody does >> book keeping for you for >> free, you can deduct the hourly amount you would have paid that person. >> >> I suggest googling the Social Security ‘Red Book’ and studying it. Other >> good ways to learn about >> how SSDI works is to meet with somebody from your local CIL, Center for >> Independant Living as well >> as meeting with somebody at Social Security. >> >> Per the $880 and $1220 numbers. On SSDI, $880 is for the ‘Trial Work >> Period’. When you first go on >> SSDI you get one Trial Work Period, meaning for 9-months (they don’t have >> to be in a row) any amount >> you earn OVER $880 is considered SGA (Substantial Gainful Activity) and >> uses up one Trial Work month— >> they don’t have to be in a row, you can make a ton of money one month and >> then earn below $880 the rest >> of a year and you will have only used up one month. >> >> Once you have used up your 9-trial months, your SGA goes up to $1220 a >> month. >> >> Hope I’ve helped and not made things more confusing. >> >> Bob V >> >> >> On Oct 22, 2019, at 8:19 AM, Todd Daugherty >> wrote: >> >> Hi everyone. I've passed my 30yr anniversary and am considering >> transitioning from working full time to SSI disability. It says that in >> addition to benefits, I can make between 880 and 1220/mo and still receive >> benefits but I cannot find anywhere if that is net or gross. >> >> Any idea on this? Thanks >> >> Todd C6 inc '89 >> >> >>
[QUAD-L] SSI disability
Hi everyone. I've passed my 30yr anniversary and am considering transitioning from working full time to SSI disability. It says that in addition to benefits, I can make between 880 and 1220/mo and still receive benefits but I cannot find anywhere if that is net or gross. Any idea on this? Thanks Todd C6 inc '89
Re: [QUAD-L] work from home
http://www.clarkhoward.com/legitimate-work-from-home-opportunities There are very few legit work from homes, here is a link that might help. ᐧ On Thu, Oct 22, 2015 at 6:21 PM, Quadius wrote: > Hello everyone, > I haven't written in a while to write a question. I do remember someone > mentioning a while ago about ways to work at home. Well, my brother has > recently reinjured his back and is unable to go back to work right now. > Does anyone have any ideas on work from home. > > He is really struggling financially. He's eliminated landline, cable, and > a multitude of other things. I remember someone mentioning you can earn > some money by doing surveys. > > I really do appreciate your feedback. The way I look at it this > information can help many of us on here. > Quadius >
Re: [QUAD-L] Reevaluated
What are you all referring to in this thread? I'm reading that you all are being evaluated and are getting hours. What are the hours for that your talking about? Todd D c6inc ᐧ On Wed, Aug 5, 2015 at 11:40 AM, Joan Anglin wrote: > We do the same thing, but you guys can get more hours than we can. I get > 28 hours a week which is maximum! Thank goodness for my great family and > friends. Joan > > > > *From:* Fragile [mailto:swl...@gmail.com] > *Sent:* Wednesday, August 05, 2015 5:09 AM > *To:* quad-list > *Subject:* Re: [QUAD-L] Reevaluated > > > > Yeah, every year. This year they gave me 36.5 hours per week. I asked > the caseworker where the 0.5 hours come from, she told me it's determined > by some kind of computer algorithm. > > > > On Tue, Aug 4, 2015 at 3:17 PM, Gmail wrote: > > I had one of those days when a representative came out (once a year) to > reevaluate me to SEE if I'm still a quad. > Answering all their questions, for me, REALLY brings it home for me. > I couldn't stop crying once the nurse left. > But I'm reinstated there going to let me keep my 40 hours per week and my > chair, hoyer and bed. > > Anybody else have to go through this periodically? Bobbie > > Smile Everyday > > >
[QUAD-L] AD while urinating update & life insurance question
Hi all, After a few bowel movements over a two day period my symptoms have gone away. I am still going to the urologist but reschedlued it for a later date. As for the insurance, at my work I have about 450k of life insurance and am trying to get another 500k 15-20yr term but my quote from Zander was denied by everyone. Any ideas on how to get another 500k so I can be at the recommended 10-12x your income number? Thanks Todd D 43 yrs old, incomplete ᐧ
[QUAD-L] AD during urination
Hi all, I am C6 inc post 26 years, switched over from cath to external condom cath about 12 years ago. Recently, during urination I am getting AD symptoms, headache, bp is going up, and as soon as I am done it goes away. Culture came back clean, no uti, and I have a urologist appointment next week. My bowels are completely clean and I'm not sure what to cherk next and worried of they find nothing I will just be dealing with this for an extended period of timewhich seems unbearable to think about. Thanks for your input. Todd D ᐧ
[QUAD-L] Shin sore?
I am C-6 and do nothing in my daily activities that touches my shins, but have noticed on both some sores that scab over but never really heal. Has anyone experienced anything like this? Todd
Re: [QUAD-L] Fertility question
I just want to chime in and say pregnancy is not a 50/50 chance. The estimate for chances of getting pregnant are 20 percent to 30 percent per menstrual cycle. (Harvard Med School). Even then, the chances will vary depending on a number of factors (including age, current and past medical problems, certain medication use, timing of intercourse, and the fertility of one's partner) but many healthy, fertile couples are not pregnant even after six months. It is common that couples only need to wait a bit longer and learn more about the best time to have intercourse (based on the woman's menstrual cycle, or ovulation pattern). If vibro stimulation did not work I would think it is not being administered properly or use a different model device that has proven to work for others. We were able to do it the normal way so my story won't be of help. Todd D C6-inc (1989) On Sun, Jan 5, 2014 at 8:37 AM, wrote: > The internet is full of stories of male quads and female quads getting > pregnant, the normal way. More often, pregnancy occurred even after doctors > said it could not occur. Pregnancy, as a whole, on this planet is 50-50 > chance. When one considers that most pregnancies are an accident to begin. > I'm sure you have been warned that anything used to assist you in your > attempts, such as chemicals and medicines can be dangerous to your body. > Extraction can work, but it doesn't happen all of the time. Your doctors > and specialist know more information about your body and case, then anyone > here, including me. > But I do wish you and yours much success in your endeavor. > Best Wishes > > In a message dated 1/4/2014 9:15:21 P.M. Central Standard Time, > gentr...@yahoo.com writes: > > Anyone here had success getting pregnant when the male has a SCI injury? > Our specialist wants to extract sperm from him from the sac and put me on > IVF...I don't want or need IVF but that's the only way they are telling us > they will do it even though my fertility is fine:/ I don't want to spend > the extra money or put unnecessary chemicals in my body. I'm not looking > for stories of ppl getting pregnant the regular way...looking for > alternatives to IVF. > > > Some have suggested IUI. > > > We have had no luck using a vibrator to get him to ejaculate. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Jan 4, 2014, at 9:12 PM, cviewe...@aol.com wrote: > > Yes, It would be nice to wheel across the sandy beach. Rose > > In a message dated 1/4/2014 5:47:25 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, > sbell...@cox.net writes: > > I need something that will help get through sand on beach. not a beach > chair. any ideas? maybe these wheelblades would help? > Best, > Shirley Bell > > www.ShirleyBellDesigns.com <http://www.shirleybelldesigns.com/> > - Original Message - > From: "Gmail" > To: > Sent: Saturday, January 04, 2014 4:52 PM > Subject: [QUAD-L] Check out these Wheelblades > > > > http://wheel-life.org/wheelblades-offer-winter-mobility-wheelchair/ > > > > I saw these on line and absolutely LOVE them! Bobbie > > > > > > Smile Everyday > > > > = > >
Re: [QUAD-L] Not so Goodwill
Here are the regs for employment of workers with disabilities. I didn't realize this existed.. http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/whdfs39.pdf On Thu, Nov 21, 2013 at 4:17 PM, Aaron Mann wrote: > Well, you've got to look at it from the employers point of view. Minimum > wage is $7.25/hr. That is for one hour of 100% of the expected work at > 100% efficiency. Say you have a cognitive disability that prevents you > from being able to reach 100/100, you can only perform 50% of the expected > work within an hour at 80% efficiency. The employer should be able to say, > OK, I'll hire you for $4/hr for 20 hours a week. To me, this is MUCH > better than saying, No, you're not hire able because you will never meet > the standard bar. > > > Make sense? > > > Aaron Mann > > > On Thu, Nov 21, 2013 at 1:10 PM, RONALD L PRACHT > wrote: > >> Ive had job offers at the police academy and the organization I swim for. >> When I asked how much they pay I was told just come in and start and we >> will discuss it. Somehow I remember that never being the case b4 I was >> disabled. I was always told a starting wage when I was a walking man. Even >> sears offered me a job without discussion of pay. Oh well it is what it is. >> >> Ron >> >>*From:* Todd Daugherty >> *To:* quad list >> *Sent:* Thursday, November 21, 2013 11:02 AM >> *Subject:* [QUAD-L] Not so Goodwill >> >> >> http://www.upworthy.com/words-like-good-and-will-dont-belong-together-if-this-is-the-kind-of-thing-they-do-5 >> >> >> >
[QUAD-L] Not so Goodwill
http://www.upworthy.com/words-like-good-and-will-dont-belong-together-if-this-is-the-kind-of-thing-they-do-5
Re: [QUAD-L] Uppertone
Nope, just my primary physician. I went to Shepherd to request one and it has been 6 months and I can't get an answer from anyone there about the status. On Wed, Nov 13, 2013 at 1:43 PM, wrote: > Was the letter of medical necessity signed by a Medical Doctor that > specializes in Rehab Medicine? > Best Wishes > > In a message dated 11/13/2013 12:36:02 P.M. Central Standard Time, > todd.daughe...@gmail.com writes: > > Just faxed my sales order, letter of medical necessity, and two court > decisions that overturned denials to Cigna for the uppertone. We'll see > how this works out. It's $4,224.00 > > Todd > >
[QUAD-L] Uppertone
Just faxed my sales order, letter of medical necessity, and two court decisions that overturned denials to Cigna for the uppertone. We'll see how this works out. It's $4,224.00 Todd
Re: [QUAD-L] People in ok...
Are you the wife? Girlfriend? Caretaker? How does he communicate? text, phone, email. Let me know how to reach him. I am c6 since '89. > > Todd > > > On Mon, Nov 11, 2013 at 1:12 PM, Rene Bullard wrote: > >> C 6 7 >> History >> Not much... >> >> Sent from Yahoo Mail on >> Android<http://overview.mail.yahoo.com/mobile/?.src=Android> >> >> -- >> * From: * Todd Daugherty ; >> * To: * wheelch...@aol.com ; >> * Cc: * ; quad list ; >> * Subject: * Re: [QUAD-L] People in ok... >> * Sent: * Mon, Nov 11, 2013 3:48:38 PM >> >> Pardon my ignorance, but what is Kyles functional level, how long has >> he been injured and what interests does he have? Does he enjoy competition? >> >> Todd >> >> >> On Mon, Nov 11, 2013 at 10:40 AM, wrote: >> >>> Motivation, comes from within. I've mentioned the name of Jim Mullen >>> before and I'll mention him again as I just saw him on the morning news. >>> Jim Mullen's Apple Sauce Company, was started by Jim Mullen, a vent >>> dependent Quad. >>> >>> >>> Mullen Foods Home Page <http://www.mullenfoods.com/> >>> >>> >>> Best Wishes >>> >>> >>> In a message dated 11/10/2013 10:09:13 P.M. Central Standard Time, >>> moip...@yahoo.com writes: >>> >>> Ok who would like to step up and prove to kyle what you can do for >>> yourself. Im not able to do push him to do anything more and I well kill >>> him and my self be 4 I put him in a home. Ive try and to day is it so >>> Monday and Tuesday are the days to show him there is thing he can do >>> Wednesday will be it >>> >>> Sent from Yahoo Mail on >>> Android<http://overview.mail.yahoo.com/mobile/?.src=Android> >>> >>> >> >
[QUAD-L] Fwd: Delivery Status Notification (Failure)
Delivery to the following recipient failed permanently: moip...@yahoo.com Technical details of permanent failure: Google tried to deliver your message, but it was rejected by the server for the recipient domain yahoo.com by mta5.am0.yahoodns.net. [98.138.112.37]. The error that the other server returned was: 554 delivery error: dd Sorry your message to moip...@yahoo.com cannot be delivered. This account has been disabled or discontinued [#102]. - mta1406.mail.ne1.yahoo.com -- Forwarded message -- From: Mail Delivery Subsystem Date: Mon, Nov 11, 2013 at 1:18 PM Subject: Delivery Status Notification (Failure) To: todd.daughe...@gmail.com Delivery to the following recipient failed permanently: moip...@yahoo.com Technical details of permanent failure: Google tried to deliver your message, but it was rejected by the server for the recipient domain yahoo.com by mta5.am0.yahoodns.net. [98.138.112.37]. The error that the other server returned was: 554 delivery error: dd Sorry your message to moip...@yahoo.com cannot be delivered. This account has been disabled or discontinued [#102]. - mta1406.mail.ne1.yahoo.com - Original message - DKIM-Signature: v=1; a=rsa-sha256; c=relaxed/relaxed; d=gmail.com; s=20120113; h=mime-version:in-reply-to:references:date:message-id:subject:from:to :content-type; bh=8PwGVrF4MlKuTH9oNDfi3dMoA5tLHg8IFUfdioVTNfI=; b=X3Cs0pNxgZoTe5GHPK9FKnSJBIJ3M4nJRFpIT73chDL4uEEYlKkqF0uiV+AnNe98Rg AtJFMm+wU9tW/HHl68hQu7NGH/zWhHgdjwcCMgKD4w1rtIU6TOPcGsQT8fQzeRfNGkeh V5yDe8Y21IJP8JnggrcVElSecZ+YDGhXX47cDm5Q6WbB5dlzR3gcnHNc7X5dA7muGTID peW8UhaTrSvFMVuiPMgF1x7iyp8kPZewcYXfRTwPXAC2HvK2WOK5r6j3H1pMbFqQ4JXK JpRdxs3Cb3EbV4n1s6sSz1jSuEiFO3x/ZyCoAIUUGNHG/sEaJLJYHikJMzgsHFgHq3bZ f7Hg== MIME-Version: 1.0 X-Received: by 10.180.160.240 with SMTP id xn16mr13062288wib.62.1384193914973; Mon, 11 Nov 2013 10:18:34 -0800 (PST) Received: by 10.194.202.170 with HTTP; Mon, 11 Nov 2013 10:18:34 -0800 (PST) In-Reply-To: < 1384193538.42615.yahoomailandroidmob...@web140604.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> References: < 1384193538.42615.yahoomailandroidmob...@web140604.mail.bf1.yahoo.com> Date: Mon, 11 Nov 2013 13:18:34 -0500 Message-ID: Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] People in ok... From: Todd Daugherty To: moip...@yahoo.com Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary=047d7b6251b09a394804eaeac21f Are you the wife? Girlfriend? Caretaker? How does he communicate? text, phone, email. Let me know how to reach him. I am c6 since '89. Todd On Mon, Nov 11, 2013 at 1:12 PM, Rene Bullard wrote: > C 6 7 > History > Not much... > > Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android< http://overview.mail.yahoo.com/mobile/?.src=Android> > > ------ > * From: * Todd Daugherty ; > * To: * wheelch...@aol.com ; > * Cc: * ; quad list ; > * Subject: * Re: [QUAD-L] People in ok... > * Sent: * Mon, Nov 11, 2013 3:48:38 PM > > Pardon my ignorance, but what is Kyles functional level, how long has > he been injured and what interests does he have? Does he enjoy competition? > > Todd > > > On Mon, Nov 11, 2013 at 10:40 AM, wrote: > >> Motivation, comes from within. I've mentioned the name of Jim Mullen >> before and I'll mention him again as I just saw him on the morning news. >> Jim Mullen's Apple Sauce Company, was started by Jim Mullen, a vent >> dependent Quad. >> >> >> Mullen Foods Home Page <http://www.mullenfoods.com/> >> >> >> Best Wishes >> >> >> In a message dated 11/10/2013 10:09:13 P.M. Central Standard Time, >> moip...@yahoo.com writes: >> >> Ok who would like to step up and prove to kyle what you can do for >> yourself. Im not able to do push him to do anything more and I well kill >> him and my self be 4 I put him in a home. Ive try and to day is it so >> Monday and Tuesday are the days to show him there is thing he can do >> Wednesday will be it >> >> Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android< http://overview.mail.yahoo.com/mobile/?.src=Android> >> >> >
Re: [QUAD-L] People in ok...
Pardon my ignorance, but what is Kyles functional level, how long has he been injured and what interests does he have? Does he enjoy competition? Todd On Mon, Nov 11, 2013 at 10:40 AM, wrote: > Motivation, comes from within. I've mentioned the name of Jim Mullen > before and I'll mention him again as I just saw him on the morning news. > Jim Mullen's Apple Sauce Company, was started by Jim Mullen, a vent > dependent Quad. > > > Mullen Foods Home Page <http://www.mullenfoods.com/> > > > Best Wishes > > > In a message dated 11/10/2013 10:09:13 P.M. Central Standard Time, > moip...@yahoo.com writes: > > Ok who would like to step up and prove to kyle what you can do for > yourself. Im not able to do push him to do anything more and I well kill > him and my self be 4 I put him in a home. Ive try and to day is it so > Monday and Tuesday are the days to show him there is thing he can do > Wednesday will be it > > Sent from Yahoo Mail on > Android<http://overview.mail.yahoo.com/mobile/?.src=Android> > >
Re: ARTICLE Re: [QUAD-L] Quad taken off vent dies
The more I think about this the more angry I get at the family. Even if the doctor said he might be vent dependent, what kind of family wakes their kid up from sedation to ask him if he wants this? Of fucking course he does not want this and if someone did that to me in my first few weeks I could have very well said the same thing. Heavily sedated, confused, paralyzed, vent in, newly injured with no certain prognosis yet, and I have the knowledge to make this kind of decision? And what's the rush? If 3-6 months go by and you feel the same way, by all means pull the vent out but wow the way this went down doesn't sit well with me. There may be more to this we don't know, but many quads I know have started on vents and gotten off. I'm sure many people have said they didn't want to live their life in a chair but when it becomes reality there are too many emotions, adjustments, learning that needs to take place it seems before you can make life/death decisions imo. On Thu, Nov 7, 2013 at 11:49 AM, Eric W Rudd wrote: > > http://www.recorder.com/news/nation/world/9197116-95/paralyzed-deer-hunter-chooses-to-end-life-support > > > - Original Message - > *From:* RONALD L PRACHT > *To:* quad-list@eskimo.com > *Sent:* Thursday, November 07, 2013 10:38 AM > *Subject:* Re: [QUAD-L] Quad taken off vent dies > > I want to read it...I wasn't in no way or form passing judgement on > the man. We as a society must be careful of the slippery slope of who > judges a lifes value. > > ron > > *From:* Paul Jacobson > *To:* wheelch...@aol.com; bobbiehumphre...@gmail.com; quad-list@eskimo.com > *Sent:* Thursday, November 7, 2013 10:04 AM > *Subject:* Re: [QUAD-L] Quad taken off vent dies > > send to me, please > > *From:* wheelch...@aol.com > *Sent:* Thursday, November 7, 2013 5:17 AM > *To:* bobbiehumphre...@gmail.com ; quad-list@eskimo.com > *Subject:* Re: [QUAD-L] Quad taken off vent dies > > I don't want to see or hear of anyone dying period. I was not part of > the equation and had no input, nor was I asked before they pulled the air > tube > I'm sure there was more to the story and none of our business. > May Tim Rest In Peace. > Best Wishes > > In a message dated 11/6/2013 7:53:05 P.M. Central Standard Time, > bobbiehumphre...@gmail.com writes: > > Did anybody read an article I read today in AOL news about a Quad taken > off a vent and died 6 hours later? > Tim, 32, fell 16' out of a tree crushing C-3,4,5 while hunting in Decatur, > Indiana Sat. Nov.2nd Then on Sun. Nov.3rd his Family and doctors asked him > if he wanted to be taken off the ventilator and die. He said yes and with > in six hours he died. > He had just gotten married August 3, 2013 and was expecting a baby. > He had told his wife that "... I never want to have my life in a > wheelchair." > What I can't be leave is how quickly the decision was made and carried > out, 24 hours after his accident they pulled the plug on the ventilator. > If anybody wants me to send them the article I read, just email me and I > will send to you. I tried to send it to the Quad list but it wasn't > expected. Bobbie > > > >
Re: [QUAD-L] When you went to Rehab
1. How did you get there? Life flight to Piedmont hospital, stabilized then moved next door to Shepherd Center. 2. Was family there with you? Father, mother, brother 3. How long were you in the hospital? 10/89 - 2/90 4. How long were you in Rehab - same 5. When you went home, were there minor or major conversions necessary? Finished basement off, added bedroom, rollin shower, stair lift, bought van with lift, built ramp in garage 6. Did you go straight home or a nursing home first? straight home and back to senior year high school 7. What was your home waiting for you doable medical equipment wise? 8. How many of your "friends" were there to be by your side? 2, ironically my 'best friends' were not around 9. How many siblings do you have to help you out when you first got home? 1 brother but he did not help 10. Did you feel you had enough rehab or did you go on to outpatient rehab? I felt like it was sufficient but continued at Emory and then moved out west for 6/hr day intensive, but by four years post i was working and not rehabbing any longer. On Mon, Oct 14, 2013 at 5:15 PM, Gmail wrote: > Hi All, >When you all went to > Rehab; > 1. How did you get there? > 2. Was family there with you? > 3. How long were you in the hospital? > 4. How long were you in Rehab > 5. When you went home, were there minor or major conversions necessary? > 6. Did you go straight home or a nursing home first? > 7. What was your home waiting for you doable medical equipment wise? > 8. How many of your "friends" were there to be by your side? > 9. How many siblings do you have to help you out when you first got home? > 10. Did you feel you had enough rehab or did you go on to outpatient rehab? > > Smile Everyday > >
Re: [QUAD-L] Open the government
MSNBC and truth cannot be used in the same sentence. On Mon, Oct 14, 2013 at 12:38 PM, wrote: > > > -- > > > This is an interesting truth about the shutdown...please check it out > > http://video.msnbc.msn.com/rachel-maddow/53260933 > > > Meredith >
[QUAD-L] anniversary
blah blah blah, 26 years, blah blah. on to the next one... this got me thinking though what i've done in that 26 years, starting from a 17yr old kid... -finished high school with my class -went to college -got a van to drive -drove across country -opened a business (closed a business) -got a computer job -got laid off and rehired 3x -found a better computer job -got married (divorced) -had child -bought house (foreclosed) -found better computer job So now just working and parenting a 10-yr old and up to my ears in debt. I suppose there are a few things I would have done differently! Todd D C6
Re: [QUAD-L] Paralyzed man rescued from burning van
I found this which says he is c6/7 http://www.helphopelive.org/find-a-patient/profile/index.cfm/patient/3ACE0C73-CE65-A7DC-D00265E6EAA27659 On Mon, Oct 7, 2013 at 1:47 PM, RONALD L PRACHT wrote: > The van had a scooter lift attached to the hitch of the van. makes me > wonder if he had some mobility, either way though..why wouldnt he > open the drivers door and throw himself out? I keep a fire extinguisher in > my van where I can reach it in the case Im trapped inside. I use a transfer > seat though, if my van was on fire my only recourse would be to hurl myself > out. > > Ron > >*From:* "wheelch...@aol.com" > *To:* quad-list@eskimo.com > *Sent:* Monday, October 7, 2013 11:16 AM > *Subject:* Re: [QUAD-L] Paralyzed man rescued from burning van > > One very lucky fellow! > Best Wishes > > In a message dated 10/7/2013 11:09:52 A.M. Central Daylight Time, > todd.daughe...@gmail.com writes: > > > http://www.wsbtv.com/news/news/local/major-crash-causes-big-delays-ga400/nZq9d/ > > This happened a few miles from my home. A Yaris hit a tractor trailer > then hit an Econoline van that was being driven by a paralyzed man. Van > caught fire and three guys were able to get him out. > > > >
[QUAD-L] Paralyzed man rescued from burning van
http://www.wsbtv.com/news/news/local/major-crash-causes-big-delays-ga400/nZq9d/ This happened a few miles from my home. A Yaris hit a tractor trailer then hit an Econoline van that was being driven by a paralyzed man. Van caught fire and three guys were able to get him out.
[QUAD-L] http://www.projectwalkatlanta.org/
http://www.projectwalkatlanta.org/ So I just found out about this place in my backyard, but it is out of my reach financially. They have three options, the cheapest is 15 hrs of therapy and a home program to go home with (which seems pointless considering the specialized equipment they have in-house), or for $1,000 more, a family member can be trained to do your home program. If your local or can stay a while, it's just $100/hr flat. You would require a min of 9hrs a week ($900) imo to see some significant improvement. I didn't see anything about insurance coverage. Estimate of the costs for a 5 Day Program: Program: Home Program Hours: 3 hours per day ($100 an hour) Costs Hours: $1,500.00 Materials: $ 500.00 Total: $2,000.00 Estimate of the costs for a 5 day program: Program Family Track Hours: 5 hours per day ($100 an hour) Costs Hours: $2,500.00 Materials: $500.00 Total: $3,000.00 Estimate Cost of Program: Since the In-House program is designed for clients who are able make a long-term commitment to having regular sessions with their SCI Recovery Specialists in our Atlanta, GA facility, it is impossible to determine an average cost. Each client will determine how often and how long their sessions will be based on their needs and resources. However, the rate of $100 / hour still applies to their recovery sessions while at Project Walk Atlanta.
Re: [QUAD-L] Sitting up straight
I live in ATL so I use Shepherds seating clinic, but they have never presented this as an option. I have had rigid backs before for previous chairs but this one I am using the standard back. (TiLite ZRA). I am looking into these Ottobocks. Todd On Fri, Sep 6, 2013 at 1:53 PM, wrote: > ** > Hi Todd, > > I'm not sure if you have been evaluated by seating and positioning > specialist. There some clinics that will take a mold of your back and > custom design a back rest using the mold. Have you considered or tried > that? > > Best Wishes > > In a message dated 9/6/2013 11:55:17 A.M. Central Daylight Time, > todd.daughe...@gmail.com writes: > > When will people realize that there is no custom wheelchair back that will > fix my posture. I am sick of hearing this from people. Maybe a hard > turtle shell brace could but would leave me unable to perform any daily > activities independently. Sit up straight, sit up straight... FU i'm a > quad. I've tried every contraption there is almost. thank > you! > > Todd D > c6inc '89 > >
[QUAD-L] Sitting up straight
When will people realize that there is no custom wheelchair back that will fix my posture. I am sick of hearing this from people. Maybe a hard turtle shell brace could but would leave me unable to perform any daily activities independently. Sit up straight, sit up straight... FU i'm a quad. I've tried every contraption there is almost. thank you! Todd D c6inc '89
Re: [QUAD-L] Driver license renewal
I went to Shepherd Center recently and did their driving test and got an rx for hand controls but they were to costly. I have been driving without them for about a decade now with no incidents so I think I will let sleeping dogs lie. I'm in Georgia btw. On Wed, Sep 4, 2013 at 12:56 PM, Derrick Winegardner wrote: > i went thru drivng specialist to get my hand controls. i had to take new > test. > only restriction that i have is automatic transmission. states have > different laws. > > my insurance said that it was illegal for them to charge me more because > of disability. > i only pay 460/year on full coverage but i do not believe/trust any > insurance company. > they will find a way to screw you when u file a claim. > dw > > On 9/4/2013 12:30 PM, RONALD L PRACHT wrote: > > They have no reason to suspect anything. Its not going to affect your > insurance coverage. I cant see it affecting a claim. You have no idea the > hell you will unleash by checking boxes, you will have to get check ups, > doc releases, retake test.then your insurance may drop you . Im > sure there will be people on the list that will want you to check all the > boxes, in the end its your life, your choice. Isnt being a quad a challenge > enough without creating problems? > > Ron > >*From:* Todd Daugherty > *To:* RONALD L PRACHT > *Cc:* "quad-list@eskimo.com" > > *Sent:* Wednesday, September 4, 2013 10:52 AM > *Subject:* Re: [QUAD-L] Driver license renewal > > Well, how about from the car insurer perspective, any chance they use > this to deny a future claim? I just said no and moved on. > > > On Wed, Sep 4, 2013 at 11:37 AM, RONALD L PRACHT > wrote: > > Dont check any of those boxes. Its going to make you have to retake the > drivers test, raise your insurance and make your life more difficult. Only > a fool would open that pandoras box. No body cares if you use hand controls > or have any of those troubles, its your driving record that > counts..leave this alone. > > Ron Pracht > >*From:* Todd Daugherty > *To:* quad list > *Sent:* Wednesday, September 4, 2013 10:32 AM > *Subject:* [QUAD-L] Driver license renewal > > I got my drivers license on my 16th birthday, just a regular class C > with no restrictions. I was injured at 17, but never made any changes to > my license, even for the years that I was using hand controls. > > Recently I went to change the address online and ran across this > question... > > * Have you ever had seizures, fainting, heart trouble, hearing problems, > musculoskeletal performance problems, or respiratory function problems? > > So my question is when I say yes to this, what do you all think this > will trigger? Another driving test? > > Todd > C-6inc > > > > > > >
Re: [QUAD-L] Driver license renewal
Well, how about from the car insurer perspective, any chance they use this to deny a future claim? I just said no and moved on. On Wed, Sep 4, 2013 at 11:37 AM, RONALD L PRACHT wrote: > Dont check any of those boxes. Its going to make you have to retake the > drivers test, raise your insurance and make your life more difficult. Only > a fool would open that pandoras box. No body cares if you use hand controls > or have any of those troubles, its your driving record that > counts..leave this alone. > > Ron Pracht > >*From:* Todd Daugherty > *To:* quad list > *Sent:* Wednesday, September 4, 2013 10:32 AM > *Subject:* [QUAD-L] Driver license renewal > > I got my drivers license on my 16th birthday, just a regular class C with > no restrictions. I was injured at 17, but never made any changes to my > license, even for the years that I was using hand controls. > > Recently I went to change the address online and ran across this > question... > > * Have you ever had seizures, fainting, heart trouble, hearing problems, > musculoskeletal performance problems, or respiratory function problems? > > So my question is when I say yes to this, what do you all think this will > trigger? Another driving test? > > Todd > C-6inc > > >
[QUAD-L] Driver license renewal
I got my drivers license on my 16th birthday, just a regular class C with no restrictions. I was injured at 17, but never made any changes to my license, even for the years that I was using hand controls. Recently I went to change the address online and ran across this question... * Have you ever had seizures, fainting, heart trouble, hearing problems, musculoskeletal performance problems, or respiratory function problems? So my question is when I say yes to this, what do you all think this will trigger? Another driving test? Todd C-6inc
Re: [QUAD-L] Transfer
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=quadriplegic+transfer&oq=quadripl&gs_l=youtube.1.2.0l10.3528.6619.0.10019.8.7.0.1.1.0.157.837.2j5.7.0...0.0...1ac.1.11.youtube.RtkhAsl1QPk On Wed, Aug 21, 2013 at 9:30 PM, Dana Wray wrote: > If you type in transfers for Quadriplegics, you should find videos about > transferring. > This rehab facilities have videos. I believe if you call Craig hospital in > Denver, they might be able to send you some videos on how to transfer. > A number that you could call to talk to rehab RN. > Was that a website that might also have videos of spinal cord injury. I > have not really checked into it. They had written me through Facebook. > Dana > Sent from my iPhone > > On Aug 21, 2013, at 8:11 PM, wheelch...@aol.com wrote: > > Good transfer habits begin in rehab, if you were at a major rehab > facility. > Best Wishes > > In a message dated 8/21/2013 7:09:28 P.M. Central Daylight Time, > ntpgrn...@aol.com writes: > > Slide.board or.not? > Any tricks? > Any videos in house? > How long did it take.to master.? > > Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Smartphone > >
Re: [QUAD-L] Dawn saga continue's
Please post Dawns phone number and I will set her straightat 2:30am. :) Todd D On Mon, Jul 29, 2013 at 3:34 PM, Gmail wrote: > Dawn has NO consideration for other people. She goes to BINGO and spends > at least $450 per month USING her SSI check THEN she expects someone else > to pay for a new van without saving money towards a new van ... I asked her > myself. >I don't know how she manages living COMPLETELY alone. Pete and me are > all she has, kind of. We try to get her to make friends with the seniors > ladies her. > She is extremely rude to her aids and nurses ... "They work for ME." She > has said on numerous situations. I know this because they come to me after > her sometimes. > I just shake my head. Bobbie > > Sent from my iPad > > On Jul 29, 2013, at 12:55 PM, Don Smith wrote: > > If it was me she called at 2am to close her door, I would have told her I > would do it when I got up in the morning after breakfast, if she hadn't > found someone else to do it. > > Don > > > -- > *From:* Gmail > *To:* quad-list@eskimo.com > *Sent:* Sunday, July 28, 2013 2:25 PM > *Subject:* [QUAD-L] Dawn saga continue's > > Hi All, > Friday Daen goes out to Pep Boys to get her breaks fixed. The motor > in the van still continues to seize-up and just die while she's driving. > Saturday afternoon she goes to a family party, after that she goes to the > ER because her stomach is bothering her. Saturday night, mid-night, she > goes to midnight BINGO gets home at 2:30 wakes Pete up to close her lift > and tells him "I still don't feel good, I'm going inside to call the > visiting nurse." Today she goes out to a family party. > All this time, her family is no where in sight. Not for all the 15 > years she's been living here. > Bobbie > > > > Sent from my iPad > > >
Re: [QUAD-L] cell phone easy for quad
I just got a Samsung Galaxy 3, which is bigger than iphone and has voice text/commands. ToddD On Mon, Jun 24, 2013 at 2:58 PM, Derrick Winegardner wrote: > What cell phones are out their that is easiest for quads with arm/wrist > function? > My friend likes voice control with iphone. > > I have an "18th century" nokia basic cell phone. I'm thinking of going to > smart phone even though I do not need internet since I'm buy a computer > most of the day. > > Thanks in advance, > Derrick > >
Re: [QUAD-L] swivel shower bench seat
Thank you Joan & Eric, both are better than what I found. ToddD On Mon, Jun 24, 2013 at 2:11 PM, Joan Anglin wrote: > Hi Todd > > See if this will work. > http://www.homedepot.com/p/t/203156060?productId=203156060&storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&ci_sku=203156060&cm_mmc=shopping%2d%5f%2dgoogleads%2d%5f%2dpla%2d%5f%2d203156060&ci_gpa=pla#.UciK7r7n_cs > > > Good luck Joan > > ** ** > > *From:* Todd Daugherty [mailto:todd.daughe...@gmail.com] > *Sent:* Monday, June 24, 2013 8:58 AM > *To:* quad list > > *Subject:* [QUAD-L] swivel shower bench seat > > ** ** > > Coming to my panel of experts here to see if there is a good place to > purchase this item. It is not covered by insurance and the cheapest I have > found is 243. > > > http://www.careprodx.com/products/tub-mounted-sliding-transfer-bench-with-swivel-seat.html > > > http://www.amazon.com/Snap-n-Save-Sliding-Tub-Mount-Transfer-Swivel/dp/B002HZY6BK > > > Thanks, > > Todd D > > C6 >
[QUAD-L] swivel shower bench seat
Coming to my panel of experts here to see if there is a good place to purchase this item. It is not covered by insurance and the cheapest I have found is 243. http://www.careprodx.com/products/tub-mounted-sliding-transfer-bench-with-swivel-seat.html http://www.amazon.com/Snap-n-Save-Sliding-Tub-Mount-Transfer-Swivel/dp/B002HZY6BK Thanks, Todd D C6
[QUAD-L] Re: Quitting Muscle Relaxers
Don, >From the time of my discharge in '90 to '91 I took 20mg of Liorsal 4x day and was a zombie. During that period I had gotten some movement back in my right foot (toes) and the muscle relaxers were completely taking that away. As much as I probably needed them, over the next year/two I was getting movement back in my right leg and was limiting myself to one dose at night before bed. Over the years I continued to gain movement and strength, and eventually just stopped the evening dosage. I spent a few years after college using the CFES on my legs both at an outside rehab and at my own facility that no longer exists. I was riding the CFES bike multiple miles per week which was helping to increase my circulation and reduce atrophy, and while I think it helped my spasticity I can't say for certain. I am assuming that the incompleteness of my injury is also why I don't suffer as much because I have seen other quads around my level that really suffer. There are times when I am ill that they get bad, and my doctor prescribed me Baclofen after I complained to her once but they are sitting in my cabinet unopened. Before I had my son, which was almost 10 years ago, I found that 420 would kill my spasms without taking away my limited leg movement (which i need to drive, transfer, just about everything), and it increased my appetite (I am 6'1 140lbs). Too bad it is not legal here in Georgia. On Thu, Jun 20, 2013 at 5:26 PM, Don Price wrote: > Todd, > > Like you I'm lucky enough to say that I don't need pain meds [yet] after > being a quad for 30 years. I pray it stays that way. For those of you in > severe pain, I am sorry to hear of your suffering and hope you find relief. > > You stated that you've also gotten off muscle relaxers. I'm going to guess > you took Baclofen. I've wanted to get off Baclofen for years, but wanted to > know your experience. > > I DO know that no one should ever quit Baclofen 'cold turkey,' and without > proper medical supervision. I'm just curious how you went about it and what > dosage you were at?, for how long? and what you went through after you quit. > > I take oral Baclofen 20mg twice a day [so a total of 40mg/deay.] I want to > take 0mg per day. > > Thanks in advance, > Don. > > -- > *From:* Todd Daugherty > *To:* quad list > *Sent:* Thursday, June 20, 2013 1:54 PM > *Subject:* [QUAD-L] Pain medication > > I am probably asking this question more out of ignorance than anything > else, but I am wondering why so many of you take these strong medications. > I am C6 +20 years and luckily have not experienced any pain and stopped > muscle relaxers in the 90's. What is causing your pain? > > Todd D > > >
Re: [QUAD-L] Pain medication
I am definitely not judging, I know there are legitimate reasons, especially in our condition. I wonder about my situation and future of course so curious. Thanks for your cander. On Jun 20, 2013 5:05 PM, "RONALD L PRACHT" wrote: > Im a c7 quad 15 yrs post injury. The first six years I had minimal pain > then was diagnosed with a syrinx in 04. The pain has increased since then > and with any pain meds it takes more and more over the years to control the > pain. Then my appendix burst and after that a hernia. Sometimes I cant > hardly stand the pain and cant see the point to my life One individual > cant judge another when it comes to pain, its a personal thing. Just like a > person thats never used a wheelchair has no idea what its like and makes > judgements the same can be said for a person thats never had true, life > altering...everyday you wake up pain. Just thank god you dont > have to deal with it brother. > > Ron Pracht > > > > >*From:* Todd Daugherty > *To:* quad list > *Sent:* Thursday, June 20, 2013 3:54 PM > *Subject:* [QUAD-L] Pain medication > > I am probably asking this question more out of ignorance than anything > else, but I am wondering why so many of you take these strong medications. > I am C6 +20 years and luckily have not experienced any pain and stopped > muscle relaxers in the 90's. What is causing your pain? > > Todd D > > >
[QUAD-L] Pain medication
I am probably asking this question more out of ignorance than anything else, but I am wondering why so many of you take these strong medications. I am C6 +20 years and luckily have not experienced any pain and stopped muscle relaxers in the 90's. What is causing your pain? Todd D
Re: [QUAD-L] Van Stopped Working
Best Buy here sells (depending on the type of drive) a box that you can plug a drive into and USB into another computer to copy data. On May 17, 2013, at 6:44 PM, wheelch...@aol.com wrote: > When vehicles go dead, its usually a cable gone bad. The artform is finding > the cable. The hot day and 100 degree temps did not help your situation. > Glad to read that you made it home. > Best Wishes > > In a message dated 5/17/2013 5:28:24 P.M. Central Daylight Time, > g...@eskimo.com writes: > Coming home from the doctor and my van died, just turned off. Tried starting > it, but it would not start back up, just sounded like it was out of gas. I > know it had a 1/4 tank and it was not over heating. I was 4 miles from home, > thinking of driving home in my chair, but it was over 100 outside. My mother > was driving, and she could not walk that far. Of all days I did not bring my > phone. We were still part in the street, in a bike lane. We saw a garage of > some kind around the corner so I was about to get out when a cop pulled up. > She was going to call my insurance road side service when a 2nd cop pulled > up. They thought maybe after the tow truck took my van, thy could drive my > mother and follow me. There is a wheelchair taxi around here, but often long > wait times. Then the 2nd cop says, I can just push you home. Luckily it was a > mostly a straight road home. So the first cop got in my van to steer and the > 2nd cop pushed my van from his car (He had a nice padded push bar on the > front of hiscar.) > > Bad week, earlier this week the #%$#@# cat peed on top of my laptop and it > fried it up. Totally dead. Do you know if I can take out the hard drive and > get something to plug it into a USB of a new computer? > > Thanks, > Greg
[QUAD-L] Retirees
Does anyone collect SSI disability, and also pull from a personal retirement 401k, etc? I'm curious if these withdrawals would reduce or completely eliminate the disability. Todd c6inc
Re: [QUAD-L]
C3/4 car accident in Bpt. Ct at age 18 now I'm 68 living in Tamarac, Fl..Sunday will be my 50 year ann WOW!!! Keep on keepin on Carolyn. On Mon, Apr 29, 2013 at 3:07 PM, wrote: > Carolyn D'Andrea C3/4 car accident in Bpt. Ct at age 18 now I'm 68 living > in Tamarac, Fl..Sunday will be my 50 year ann...lots of problems over the > years but fairly healthy. > >
Re: [QUAD-L] the list
Todd Daugherty Car accident (passenger) 1989 (age 17) 40 years old C6inc (C4/5 fusion) Shepherd Center On Mon, Apr 29, 2013 at 12:25 PM, DAVID LEWIS wrote: > Johnny lewis. > Car accident passenger since 1977. > 55 years old. >
Re: [QUAD-L] no Qlist mail
I have received lots of quad list mail since 4/3. (GMAIL) Todd C6inc On Mon, Apr 22, 2013 at 12:29 PM, Billy Lang wrote: > First time in yrs, no mail since 4/3 > > ** ** > > Don't let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do! > > ** ** > > Billy > > ** ** >
Re: [QUAD-L] The Scooter Store 2013
I have no confidence in the folks who are in charge of Medicare, their "cracking down" on waste and fraud is too little and too late in my opinion. I hope scooter store gets what they deserve. http://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/Scooter-Store-not-a-target-of-federal-probe-CEO-4346458.php http://www.foxbusiness.com/on-air/stossel/blog/2013/03/04/medicare-duped-scooter-store On Thu, Mar 14, 2013 at 1:50 PM, wrote: > ** > Hiya Folks > > Not sure if anyone might be affected by this story but has anyone heard > the news about the Scooter Store, in New Braunsfel, Texas ? Besides the > stories early this year claiming abuse of the system and the false > television advertising, there have been more stories thru February and > March of this year. > > After the raid on their headquarters in February 2013 by agents of CMS, > FBI and the State for files, employees were ordered to leave the building, > leaving all behind. Last Friday the President of TSS sent emails to all > 1200 employees NOT to return to work unless advised by Human Resource Dept. > > Not sure where this is going or if this applies to anyone here... but if > you are you'll know the reason. > > > Best Wishes >
Re: [QUAD-L] Fwd: [SCIC] Re: File - Buying an accessable van.doc
Here's my van story :) I was hurt in '89 and got about 70k total, so we used some to modify our basement, and also bought a minivan with side lift. After a few years of being driven around I had a swivel seat installed and hand controls. I drove that van to college, about a 6 hour drive and a few years after that drove on my own from Atlanta to Vegas for a 6 month therapy session. The engine died in Oklahoma City and I had to stay in the Bates motel until morning when I towed it to a dealership. A few grand and days later I was back on the road again. I started having lots of electrical issues with the lift and decided I wanted a car instead. After 10+ years of taking my chair apart and using a car I'm ready for a van again. Holy cow are they expensive, can't even afford a used one. Todd D C6 On Wed, Mar 13, 2013 at 11:01 PM, Danny Hearn wrote: > I have not driven since my accident..but I bought my 1st van for 500 > bucks, it just needed a new gas tank put on it and a tune up, it had an old > side crow river lift, that thing was a huge 8 passenger dodge extended > length van, it got us by a few years..my wife made me nervous trying to > navigate turns with that monster -lol . After that we got a 1995 chevy > astro mini van with a raised roof and rear lift, that we have had for 9 > years, it is still going so far...The price of new modified vans are > unbelievablea person has to win a lottery or be rich to buy one. Dan H.* > > -- > *From:* RONALD L PRACHT > *To:* quad-list@eskimo.com > *Sent:* Wed, March 13, 2013 9:16:32 PM > *Subject:* Re: [QUAD-L] Fwd: [SCIC] Re: File - Buying an accessable > van.doc > > I was paralyzed in 98 and started driving about 2000 after alot of > effort and help from a few others. My dad found a 84 Ford econoline van in > a barn for $1500.00 bucks and we bought it. It had a dropped floor, old > transfer seat and a set of rusted hand controls in the back. I got the > state to install a new transfer seat, new monarch hand controls and a > crescent remote system to operate the lift and power doors. I taught myself > to drive it and rolled with it for four years, then on the way to the > movies the oil light came on. The oil pump in the engine went out and it > was to much to fix, so after pulling everything usable off of it we donated > it to the blind. > > ron > > -- > *From:* "bobbie...@aol.com" > *To:* lwillis...@yahoo.com; quad-list@eskimo.com > *Sent:* Wed, March 13, 2013 8:27:11 PM > *Subject:* Re: [QUAD-L] Fwd: [SCIC] Re: File - Buying an accessable > van.doc > > I had a power pan that lowered me down 5" in a 1980 Ford E 250 van but t > also had a raised roof because I sat so tall in my chair. That was my first > van. That thing weighed 2 TONS! It was a monster and ate gas lie it was > going out of style. Bobbie > > Smile Everyday > > > > -Original Message- > From: lwillis821 > To: quad-list > Sent: Mon, Mar 11, 2013 6:57 pm > Subject: [QUAD-L] Fwd: [SCIC] Re: File - Buying an accessable van.doc > > I have a power pan instead of lowered floor. It takes me down about 5 in. > It is in my 1979 E -150 that I bought new back in '79. I don't remember > them doing lowered floors back in those days. > > Sent from my iPad > > Begin forwarded message: > > > From: "dbqjohn" <dbqj...@yahoo.com> > Date: March 11, 2013, 4:13:23 PM EDT > To: s...@yahoogroups.com > Subject: [SCIC] Re: File - Buying an accessable van.doc > Reply-To: s...@yahoogroups.com > > > > I'm just curious if anybody in the group drives a full size van from their > wheelchair and does NOT have a lowered floor or raised top. > > If anyone does, I would like to know the make and model. > > I recall somebody talking about it a few years back. > > Thank you! > John C5-6 quad since 1973 > > --- In s...@yahoogroups.com, s...@yahoogroups.com wrote: > > > > > > > > File: Buying an accessable van.doc > > Description : buying an accessable van > > > > > __._,_.___ > Reply > via web post Reply > to sender Reply to > groupStart a New Topic > Messages in this topic > (28)Recent Activity: > New Members 1 > Visit Your Group > > > > > Switch to: Text-Only, Daily Digest • Unsubscribe • Terms of Use • > Send us Feedback > > > > > . > > > __,_._,___ > > > >
[QUAD-L] SSI disability
It it possible to apply for benefits while I am still employed and use the next 9 months as my trial period? I was injured at 17, am 40 now, work currently full time and have never received benefits Social Security work incentives at a glance *Trial work period—*The trial work period allows you to test your ability to work for at least nine months. During your trial work period, you will receive your full Social Security benefits regardless of how much you are earning as long as you report your work activity and you continue to have a disabling impairment. In 2013, a trial work month is any month in which your total earnings are over $750, or if you are self-employed, you earn more than $750 (after expenses) or work more than 80 hours in your own business. The trial work period continues until you have worked nine months within a 60-month period.
Re: [QUAD-L] Check out The U.N. and the Senate: 38 Republicans reject Disabilities Treaty
The United Nations is a joke anyway, we should not even be a part if it in my opinion. On Dec 6, 2012, at 1:50 PM, jume9...@comcast.net wrote: > To provide recommendations to the rest of the world to have ADA requirements. > Except certain republicans are paranoid of the United Nations being involved. > Completely insane! > > Meredith > > From: "Todd" > To: jume9...@comcast.net > Cc: "quad-list" > Sent: Thursday, December 6, 2012 10:34:19 AM > Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Check out The U.N. and the Senate: 38 Republicans > reject Disabilities Treaty > > What was the purpose of this treaty? > > On Dec 6, 2012, at 12:41 PM, jume9...@comcast.net wrote: > > Well, Merry frickin' Christmasrepublicans! > > > Click here: The U.N. and the Senate: 38 Republicans reject Disabilities > Treaty | Washington Times Communities
Re: [QUAD-L] Check out The U.N. and the Senate: 38 Republicans reject Disabilities Treaty
What was the purpose of this treaty? On Dec 6, 2012, at 12:41 PM, jume9...@comcast.net wrote: > Well, Merry frickin' Christmasrepublicans! > > > Click here: The U.N. and the Senate: 38 Republicans reject Disabilities > Treaty | Washington Times Communities
Re: [QUAD-L] Oops - bumbling into things
Christmas time is the worst (especially malls) because stores fill their aisles with extra crap. If i knock something over I just keep moving as if nothing happened. "If you build it, i might knock it over" Todd D On Mon, Dec 3, 2012 at 3:14 PM, kw...@comcast.net wrote: > I've had numerous incidents. Recently, I knocked over an entire > display of plastic cups at walmart. The cups flew everywhere. Another time > I apparently had a wire rack attached to the back handles of my wheelchair. > There was a pair of panties dangling from the rack as I was driving around > the store. I never know whether to laugh or cry. > Kathy > > > > > *---Original Message---* > > *From:* Bobbie Humphreys > *Date:* 12/3/2012 11:52:05 AM > *To:* Quad-list@eskimo.com > *Subject:* [QUAD-L] Oops - bumbling into things > > Hi All, >Anybody ever accidentally bump into a pyramid display and knock it > down? Or grab an orange to create an avalanche? Or have something in a > store get stuck to you and you can't get it off? > Bobbie > >
Re: [QUAD-L] Being EXTREMELY upset
Yeah that guy wins for sure! On Dec 1, 2012, at 6:19 PM, wheelch...@aol.com wrote: > I don't consider this a game of One Upsmenship but I have a friend in > Indy who has an opportunity to visit the White House during the Clinton > Administration and the visit included the Oval Office. He was a Quad who had > to take the Presidents elevator to get to the Oval Office to see what > happens. While in the office his group got to sit at the oval table where > the President's advisers use during "those security meetings" and for some > crazy reason his leg bag developed a leak. Imagine "peeing" in the Oval > Office on the President's carpet. Oh well, he was very nervous at the time > but was able to discuss it after he returned and laugh at it. > > Best Wishes > > In a message dated 11/30/2012 8:45:37 P.M. Central Standard Time, > daa...@aol.com writes: > I know it is so embarrassing to have an accident anywhere, even if you don't > know the people you are around. I have had in department stores and I have > had to ask the salespeople to send for someone to clean up. I know it is > especially embarrassing when you are in classes. It's especially frustrating > when you have to wait for someone to come help you, causing skin redness and > irritation. I usually try to use Desitin and I have a prescription for > vasolex from the wound clinic. > http://www.healthcentral.com/skin-care/r/medications/vasolex-top-148200 > Dana > >
Re: [QUAD-L] Being EXTREMELY upset
I felt like that TODAY as a matter of fact. Spent two hours this morning showering, putting on my nice work clothes and five minutes after getting to work I had a bad bowel accident. Spent the next 4 hours coming home and cleaning up. Those are the times I feel the lowest and most frustrated. On Nov 30, 2012, at 2:57 PM, Bobbie Humphreys wrote: > Don, >Those are fantastic idea's and that is exactly what I TELL other quads to > do, but when it comes to my self .… I can't seam to think straight when > I'm THAT ANGRY Right now I'm stuck in bed with a stubborn superficial > wound that just won't do it's last bit to close. As I'm getting older, 57 > now, it's taking longer to heal son of a @)+}\>! > Bobbie > > > > On Nov 30, 2012, at 10:56 AM, Don Price wrote: > >> >> When I was first injured I bought a punching bag. Just one of those >> inflatable ones. I would punch it or knock it around with my chair when >> frustrated. >> >> Other ways I've found to deal with anger/frustration: >> 1. music therapy. Crank the tunes! Use headphones if you need to. Find music >> for each mood and keep them on a CD or iPod. >> 2. exercise. Dance in place, or exercise, in your chair until you wear >> yourself [and your anger] out. It really works! >> 3. call a friend or write to the quadlist! >> >> Don. >
[QUAD-L] Osteoporosis
Are there any papers or studies, or good articles that talk about osteoporosis and sci? I got turned down for a suspended treadmill program because my dexascan said i had osteoporosis in L4. Thanks, Todd C-6
[QUAD-L] cleaning leg bag
What kind of solution is best to get rid of the urine smell from a leg bag? Thanks.
Re: [QUAD-L] Soda bladder
I drink probably 40-70oz of Coke everyday and never drink water, have not had any uti's, pain, discomfort in over 20 years. I also take zero medications for pain/spasms, etc. I use external leg bag, condom cath. Hope you feel better, whatever works for you I say do it. Todd C6 On Nov 9, 2012, at 5:51 PM, Danny Hearn wrote: > Yes, and I love soda but many times after I drink it I get bad pain and > bladder spasms--then zI need oxybutinal to calm it back down, so I try to > only drink about 3 or 4 sodas a week. Dan** > > From: Larry Willis > To: quad-list@eskimo.com > Sent: Fri, November 9, 2012 4:26:03 PM > Subject: [QUAD-L] Soda bladder > > Most of you will say "duh!" at this revelation of common sense, but as I have > said before, I have been whacked with a stupid stick more than once. For over > a year I have been awakened by bladder pain, a burning, stinging, stabbing > pain that caused headache and cold sweats. My nose and eyes were also > plastered shut so bad, I dreaded morning time. Now, for the last five days, I > have awoken pain and sweat free. I made two changes. 1) I take a single > benadryl at bedtime. 2) I eliminated the two diet Mountain Dews that I drank > just about every day. > I suspect the Dews were the main villain. The lesson learned -- quad > bladders and soda pop are a bad combination. Yes they are. > > Sent from my iPad > > Begin forwarded message: > >> Resent-From: quad-list@eskimo.com >> From: KK >> Date: November 9, 2012 3:42:21 PM EST >> To: Fragile , quad-list@eskimo.com >> Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Suprapubic info >> >> I get checked every time my urine smells bad. There are going to be >> "things" in the culture but they can tell if there is an infection starting. >> Your body is trying to reject the rubber tube just like it does with heart >> or lung transplant. >> >> Please do not wait to get it checked. AD & any infection can be deadly. >> >> KK >> From: Fragile >> To: quad-list >> Sent: Fri, November 9, 2012 10:28:47 AM >> Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Suprapubic info >> >> AD decreased overnight, still a little uncomfortable. Hope I don't have to >> go through this every time it's changed. >> >> They did irrigate, that hurt like hell too. They told me the only time I >> can be checked for a UTI is immediately after the new tube is placed. Is >> this what anyone else has been told? >> >> They did take a sample to culture, results on Monday. >> >> Thank you for the replies. >> >> On Thu, Nov 8, 2012 at 6:58 PM, Quadius wrote: >> I have to agree with Dave. When they changed your catheter did they >> irrigate to make sure that everything is working okay? Also it is important >> that they insert the catheter all the way in. It's easier than you would >> think to have the catheter partway in. I had this happen once in the pain >> was horrific and I did experience AD. >> >> In order to make sure it's in right, they should stop once the catheter >> reaches the back of the bladder. Insert some fluid into the balloon and >> then lightly pull on the catheter to make sure it moves in and out a little >> bit. >> >> Quadius >> PS I did experience some pain off and on when I had mine changed, but the >> only times I ever remember having AD involved the catheter not being in all >> the way and once they put in a silicone catheter. >> >> >> On Thu, Nov 8, 2012 at 5:10 PM, Dave Krehbiel >> wrote: >> This could be a very big problem. Most of the time, I had no problems >> whatsoever following a catheter changed. About four or five times, >> something was wrong. In one case, the pain was so terrible I needed to go >> to the hospital. Possibly the procedure was done incorrectly. Possibly the >> new catheter is blocked or pinched. This might be a serious situation. Call >> your nurse now. Insist that another catheter be installed. In an emergency, >> you can also try flushing the catheter using a mild solution of distilled >> water and vinegar. >> >> >> >> Dave Krehbiel >> >> (301) 924-4530 >> >> >> >> From: Fragile [mailto:swl...@gmail.com] >> Sent: Thursday, November 08, 2012 4:54 PM >> To: quad-list >> Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Suprapubic info >> >> >> >> Had my suprapubic changed for the first time about 5 hours ago and the >> Autonomic Dysreflexia won't let up. Expected some AD, but not this >> long/bad. How do you all treat/deal with this? >> >> On Wed, Nov 7, 2012 at 2:55 PM, Quadius wrote: >> >> I had my SP for almost 17 years and had very little problem with leakage out >> of the stoma. You might want to try to increase the amount of fluid in the >> ball. If it's a 5 mL Foley, you can put up to 10 mL without too much >> problem. I used to use around eight, because if I used anything lower it >> might leak a little. >> >> Hopefully this helps you out. You can also wear a drain sponge around the >> SP. >> Quadius >> >> >>
Re: [QUAD-L] Vote Tues, Nov. 6th.
With over 20 million without jobs, and deficits and spending going in an upward trend rather than down, energy and gas prices rising, can you all that voted Obama give me a small glimpse of your mindset? What am i missing here? On Wed, Nov 7, 2012 at 3:37 PM, wrote: > ** > I saved Grover too > Best Wishes > > In a message dated 11/7/2012 2:09:45 P.M. Central Standard Time, > ber...@sbcglobal.net writes: > > I saved Oscar :o) > > Patrick > > > --- On *Wed, 11/7/12, wheelch...@aol.com * wrote: > > > From: wheelch...@aol.com > Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Vote Tues, Nov. 6th. > To: c5sc...@gmail.com, quad-list@eskimo.com > Date: Wednesday, November 7, 2012, 9:59 AM > > I saved Big Bird and Grover! > Best Wishes > > In a message dated 11/7/2012 11:48:24 A.M. Central Standard Time, > c5sc...@gmail.com writes: > > Except the upcoming Civil War. > > Eric W Rudd > c5sc...@gmail.com > > *From:* Lissette Whitehead > *Sent:* Wednesday, November 07, 2012 2:09 AM > *To:* Mandy T ; quadlist > *Subject:* RE: [QUAD-L] Vote Tues, Nov. 6th. > > YAAAYYY... OBAMAAA NO MORE WAR! > > Lissette Whitehead > > 1177 Broadway Ste. 18, apt. 127 > > Chula Vista, CA 91911 > > www.lwgripgloves.com > > > -- > Date: Tue, 6 Nov 2012 17:26:41 -0800 > From: moo_on_whe...@yahoo.com > Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Vote Tues, Nov. 6th. > To: quad-list@eskimo.com > > Come the revolution!! > Mandy > -- > *From:* Bobbie Humphreys > *To:* Todd Daugherty > *Cc:* "jume9...@comcast.net" ; quad-list < > quad-list@eskimo.com> > *Sent:* Monday, November 5, 2012 6:36 PM > *Subject:* Re: [QUAD-L] Vote Tues, Nov. 6th. > > OBAMA 4 MORE YEARS! > > > > HUGS. Bobbie > > On Nov 5, 2012, at 7:15 PM, Todd Daugherty > wrote: > > Go Romney/Ryan!! > > > On Mon, Nov 5, 2012 at 7:04 PM, wrote: > > Already done! > > -- > *From: *"Don Price" > *To: *"quadlist" > *Sent: *Monday, November 5, 2012 3:00:58 PM > *Subject: *[QUAD-L] Vote Tues, Nov. 6th. > > American citizens, be sure to vote tomorrow [Tuesday, November 6th.] > > Federal law, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, requires > polling places be accessible to eligible voters for federal elections. And > through the 2002 Help America Vote Act, states can get federal funds to > improve polling center accessibility. Should you find your voting site > inaccessible, please report it immediately to your local elections board. > http://votesmart.org/ > > Vote!! > > [please let's not start a candidates discussion/flame war here. I think > we're all weary of that.] :) > > Don. > > > > > >
Re: [QUAD-L] External condom tape
Rochester pop ons self adhesive On Nov 6, 2012, at 8:35 PM, DAVID LEWIS wrote: > They are changing the way they make exteral condom tape from elastoplast to > tenso plast. > I tried the new tape tensoplast and it sucks> DOSENT STICK at all. > Im screwed if i cant find any now. It will have backups for sure. > What do u guys use? > Thanks.
Re: [QUAD-L] Vote Tues, Nov. 6th.
Go Romney/Ryan!! On Mon, Nov 5, 2012 at 7:04 PM, wrote: > Already done! > > -- > *From: *"Don Price" > *To: *"quadlist" > *Sent: *Monday, November 5, 2012 3:00:58 PM > *Subject: *[QUAD-L] Vote Tues, Nov. 6th. > > American citizens, be sure to vote tomorrow [Tuesday, November 6th.] > > Federal law, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, requires > polling places be accessible to eligible voters for federal elections. > And through the 2002 Help America Vote Act, states can get federal funds to > improve polling center accessibility. Should you find your voting site > inaccessible, please report it immediately to your local elections board. > http://votesmart.org/ > > Vote!! > > [please let's not start a candidates discussion/flame war here. I think > we're all weary of that.] :) > > Don. >
Re: [QUAD-L] Working in an office?
A good company will have designated people to carry him down in an emergency. I worked on the 4th floor for several years, they would notify ahead of time when there were going to be drills to allow me to ride the elevator down, but I had two people assigned to me in case if a emergency. On Oct 7, 2012, at 5:36 PM, wheelch...@aol.com wrote: > Some great advice has been offered, based on experiences. Not sure if he > knows what to do in an emergency or fire plan. This is most important if he > is working in a multi-level building as elevators are shut down in > emergencies and all employees are encouraged to take the fire stairs. The > extra set of meds are great if he is working overtime or confined to the > building longer then he expects. Lastly, in an emergency, who can he depend > on, at work, near work or close to work should he have an accident. > > Best Wishes > > In a message dated 10/7/2012 8:46:25 A.M. Central Daylight Time, > davekrehb...@earthlink.net writes: > > > From: ntpgrn...@aol.com [mailto:ntpgrn...@aol.com] > Sent: Sunday, October 07, 2012 8:39 AM > To: quad-list@eskimo.com > Subject: [QUAD-L] Working in an office? > > > > My son 23 yrs old C5/C6 starts a 40 hour a week office job tomorrow. This > will be his first full time postion since his injury. Any tips for managing > ic supplies, writing tools,managing files, desk space etc would be greatly > appreciated. Limited hand hand use but functions with wrist control. Wicked > spasms. > > Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Smartphone
Re: [QUAD-L] Working in an office?
I am C6 and have been working 40+ hours as a software tester for 10+ years. I keep extra supplies in my desk drawer and in my car, a sweatshirt/jacket because our office gets cold, an extra change of clothes in my trunk. My company put in a push button door opener for me (I am the only wheelchair user) both where I enter/exit and at the restroom. I didn't really need it or request it but it helps for sure. I also keep a poncho around for rainy days. Yesterday was my 23rd accident anniversary and also started full time at age 23 (40 now). Good luck! Todd D On Oct 7, 2012, at 4:03 PM, Bobbie Humphreys wrote: > Bring a few pens he knows he can use, a water bottle and any meds he might > need. A backpack or over the shoulder bag for whatever. After my first week > or month (I forget it was over 35 years ago) my Mom made a special > celebratory dinner. I , personally, was proud of myself for feeling "normal" > that I wanted to shout it to everybody, the dinner made me feel they, my > family, saw that in me and were also proud of me. If you can't or don't want > to do a dinner then you could go out together or buy him something he needs > at work that he didn't count on. This is a VERY large step and I for one am > very proud of him for getting this job, their awful hard to come by these > days. > Bobbie 39 yeas post C-4,5,6,7 > > Sent from my iPad > > On Oct 7, 2012, at 11:11 AM, jume9...@comcast.net wrote: > >> When I was working, my main concerns were: >> 1. Always have a sweater or fleece hoodie available >> 2. Do weight shifts periodically for pressure sore relief ( you forget when >> your working) >> 3. I kept extra bags, catheters etc. in my van. >> >> Good luck to your son. >> >> Meredith >> >> From: ntpgrn...@aol.com >> To: quad-list@eskimo.com >> Sent: Sunday, October 7, 2012 5:38:56 AM >> Subject: [QUAD-L] Working in an office? >> >> My son 23 yrs old C5/C6 starts a 40 hour a week office job tomorrow. This >> will be his first full time postion since his injury. Any tips for managing >> ic supplies, writing tools,managing files, desk space etc would be greatly >> appreciated. Limited hand hand use but functions with wrist control. Wicked >> spasms. >> >> Sent from my Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Smartphone >>
[QUAD-L] Shoulder pain
I am C6 inc functionally and use a manual chair always. I am transferring in/out of a low Honda civic a few times daily, taking chair apart, etc. I have not fallen but recently injured my shoulder somehow. I have a piercing pain behind my shoulder blade that extends into my neck, and down the side of my arm to my elbow. The pain down the side of my arm feels like a pulled tricep or deltoid. I can still do daily activities with some pain, but when it comes to putting all my weight on it to transfer (from a low to high place), it is weak, painful and sometimes gives out mid-transfer. Could an ER diagnose something like this or should I see a specialist? It has been staying the same and not getting better over 2 weeks, using ibuprofen and heat. Thanks, Todd
Re: [QUAD-L] Is this inappropriate touching?
I would say that any unwanted touching would be inappropriate. The fact that it made you feel uncomfortable should confirm that. On Wed, Sep 12, 2012 at 10:21 AM, KK wrote: > I am having a tough time deciding if this is wrong or I am being crazy. > > I have Multiple Sclerosis. I am paralyzed from the chest down except for > my right arm. No feeling at all. I also can not speak. This aide has > been with me about 2 months, M-F 5 hours a day. Yesterday we went outside > on the front porch & she was talking to a neighbor. Suddenly she took my > keys & ran them across my feet. I did nothing. Didn't feel it but saw her > movements. She smiled & did it over & over again. It was like she did not > believe I could not feel it. > > Now I feel this was inappropriate but not sure what she expected to get > out of her actions. It has made me feel uncomfortable & dread her coming > today. > > Maybe I am being weird. What do you think about it? > > KK >
[QUAD-L] Underwater wheelchair diving
http://www.break.com/index/underwater-wheelchair-diving-2363807 Todd C6 inc
[QUAD-L] Spine bruising
My spine feels like its about to bust out of my skin. It's so bony and my lower spine has bruising on each vertebrae. Is there any special padding or anything that would cushion or protect that area? I use a manual chair and obviously don't have the muscles to sit up straight. I don't have the money or insurance to get a custom back. I'm also in my chair 12+ hours/ day Thanks Todd C6 inc
Re: [QUAD-L] keep falling
This sounds pretty serious Candle and dangerous as well. You might want to tell your Dr about this if you haven't yet It doesn't sound like your passing out because you usually can feel that coming on, but I honestly don't know! Take care Todd C6 inc On Aug 28, 2012, at 6:42 PM, Candle wrote: > I am humored by those scooter commercials that ask if you have fallen in the > last year. I have fallen four times this month, twice in one week and twice > more in one day. The sad part is that I don't understand how I fall. One > time, I was sitting on the edge of the bed, about to get dressed, hadn't even > started. The next thing that I know is that I am on the floor. I don't > remember getting dizzy or even starting to fall. I just hit the floor. I am > so lucky that I haven't broken any bones yet, but I expect to do so sometime. > > I know this is a weird and difficult question, but what can I do to keep from > falling? Honestly, sitting on the bed and then I'm on the floor. What the > heck am I doing wrong? > > Candle > "Scars remind of us where we’ve been, they don’t have to dictate where we are > going." > ~David Rossi of Criminal Minds > ***
Re: [QUAD-L] Sports
20+ years I have tried water ski, tennis, rugby, road racing and did not enjoy any of them. My brother is trying to get me scuba diving but I am claustrophobic. Todd C6 inc On Tue, Aug 28, 2012 at 1:04 PM, Elizabeth Treston wrote: > I used to road race, play tennis (first quad woman on East Coast). Every > year I make an effort to due something new. Like many of us I've been in a > chair over 25 years +. New things now aren't so adventurous as scuba > diving or flying a plane. I'm happy now taking my nephew to a skateboard > event. > One year it was to eat in an outback. This year Sonic is on my list. > > I've been kayaking and surfing too. As a c5'7 you may find tennis the > best sport as you can do it from whatever chair you're in and play with > anyone. There are SCI/D groups that do outings. What state are you in an > check with your chapter. > Liz > C6 complete > > > On Aug 27, 2012, at 2:20 AM, Mandy wrote: > > > Does anyone on this list participate in sports, and if so, what is he or > she involved in? > > > > Mandy, C5-7 > >
Re: [QUAD-L] Re: [quad] list. Being a quad
7. We can still have children. My boy turned 9 last month. On Aug 25, 2012, at 5:47 PM, jume9...@comcast.net wrote: > Hey Guys, how about something positive. There are some good things about > being a quad. > > 1. Good parking (most of the time) > 2. You meet kind people > 3. You know more about technology than most. > 4. You don't wear out shoes too fast...haha > 5. People like to sleep with you because we don't toss and turn all > nightte he > 6. Know the best television shows > > C,mon add your own, funny or not. > But most important Bobbie, I learned that there truly is a God, and I am > truly blessed even as a frickin' Quad > > > > Meredith > > > > Fuck the shit "It could be worse crap!" As long as there are quads living > in this world .… then that is PROOF that there in NO FUCKING god > > > Sent from my iPad > > On Aug 25, 2012, at 10:54 AM, Larry Willis wrote: > > The old adage that "It could be worse" is so very true. However, that doesn't > mean we shouldn't grieve our loss or vent our frustrations. All of us on the > list drew the short straw and I imagine all of us get mad as hell over the > unfairness of it all. I appreciate the little movement I have but I don't > feel blessed because some other poor soul is in worse shape. Quadom is a bit > of hell that simply varies in degree. I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy > (if I had one). Thanks, my friends, for letting me rant. Have a great day. > > Sent from my iPad > > Begin forwarded message: > > Resent-From: quad-list@eskimo.com > From: "Joan Anglin" > Date: August 25, 2012 12:10:30 AM EDT > To: "'Toby Ausbun'" , > Subject: RE: [QUAD-L] Re: [quad] list. Being a quad > > Hi Toby > > I didn’t take it as complaining but more as a statement of fact and wishing > for more. We have been talking about our limitations and frustrations for > many years for some of us on this list. > > I only have shoulder shrugs as a C4 complete, but do know of other C4 > completes that have more. So we use what we can and learn to make do and > have shared many unusual fixes and adaptions over the years which have helped > each other. This is one place we can whine and know that somebody out there > has been in the same spot and can have some empathy for what we have and what > we have lost. > > I have always wished for one arm and a somewhat working hand, and to heck > with ever walking again because I never need to look for a chair to sit in. > JEach of us wants different things, and each of us mourns about different > things but we’re all united by our handicaps in some way. Thank goodness for > each of our uniqueness. > > Good to see you on the list. > > Joan C4 1990 in smoky Reno Nevada due to the California fires
Re: [QUAD-L] Re: [quad] list. Being a quad
I think we would all agree that any minute thing that makes our lives more bearable is a good thing and in no way is meant to mean anything negative towards those in worse situations. That being said, I did hate those cocky paras whizzing up and down the hallways when I was in Shepherd Center. That was over 20 yrs ago though Todd On Aug 25, 2012, at 11:16 AM, "Danny Espinoza" wrote: > I agree 100% > > From: Larry Willis [mailto:lwillis82...@msn.com] > Sent: Saturday, August 25, 2012 7:55 AM > To: quad-list@eskimo.com > Subject: Fwd: [QUAD-L] Re: [quad] list. Being a quad > > The old adage that "It could be worse" is so very true. However, that doesn't > mean we shouldn't grieve our loss or vent our frustrations. All of us on the > list drew the short straw and I imagine all of us get mad as hell over the > unfairness of it all. I appreciate the little movement I have but I don't > feel blessed because some other poor soul is in worse shape. Quadom is a bit > of hell that simply varies in degree. I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy > (if I had one). Thanks, my friends, for letting me rant. Have a great day. > > Sent from my iPad > > Begin forwarded message: > > Resent-From: quad-list@eskimo.com > From: "Joan Anglin" > Date: August 25, 2012 12:10:30 AM EDT > To: "'Toby Ausbun'" , > Subject: RE: [QUAD-L] Re: [quad] list. Being a quad > > Hi Toby > I didn’t take it as complaining but more as a statement of fact and wishing > for more. We have been talking about our limitations and frustrations for > many years for some of us on this list. > I only have shoulder shrugs as a C4 complete, but do know of other C4 > completes that have more. So we use what we can and learn to make do and > have shared many unusual fixes and adaptions over the years which have helped > each other. This is one place we can whine and know that somebody out there > has been in the same spot and can have some empathy for what we have and what > we have lost. > I have always wished for one arm and a somewhat working hand, and to heck > with ever walking again because I never need to look for a chair to sit in. > JEach of us wants different things, and each of us mourns about different > things but we’re all united by our handicaps in some way. Thank goodness for > each of our uniqueness. > Good to see you on the list. > Joan C4 1990 in smoky Reno Nevada due to the California fires
Re: [QUAD-L] Re: [quad] list. Being a quad
This was obviously a jab at my post. I said I was 'blessed' to get back one finger YEARS later, not complaining. And I have every right to complain as much as any quad. We all have $&@?'ed up bodies, just on different levels. So if I'm not a complete high level quad I can't complain about anything?? On Aug 24, 2012, at 8:14 PM, Toby Ausbun wrote: > People shouldn't complain about being able to only have the use of one finger > or throw things when you have no use of your hands or arms at all if your a > higher injury c4 complete!! > > > Sent from my iPad > > On Aug 24, 2012, at 3:04 PM, "John S." wrote: > >> $#@# Walking, I WANNA MOVE MY HANDS ! >> john >> From: Dave Krehbiel >> To: quad-list@eskimo.com >> Sent: Friday, August 24, 2012 9:02 AM >> Subject: RE: [QUAD-L] Top Nine Myths about People with Paralysis >> >> Thanks, this is a great list. >> >> I would add one other misconception - that we need their help to cross the >> street. When I'm trying to cross a road in my wheelchair, some people react >> quite unpredictably. For example, people driving on a 4 Lane road will often >> try to be polite by stopping and blocking one of the Lanes, probably >> thinking that I want to rush across the street through 3 other lanes of >> traffic. Often, well-meaning people will stop in the middle of an >> intersection, causing traffic back-ups. I am much more interested in >> crossing the road safely rather than crossing it quickly. I would prefer >> that people act more predictably. I wish they would simply obey the speed >> limit, use their turn signals, and put down their cell phones. I'm happy to >> wait a minute or two for five until traffic clears out. >> >> Dave Krehbiel >> >> From: Don Price [mailto:donpric...@yahoo.com] >> Sent: Thursday, August 23, 2012 5:31 PM >> To: quadlist >> Subject: [QUAD-L] Top Nine Myths about People with Paralysis >> >> http://www.spinalcordinjury-paralysis.org/dailydose/2012/08/06/top-9-myths-people-believe-about-individuals-livin >> >> Here are the results to our question along with some of the commentary from >> our community: >> >> What is the # 1 myth you think the general public believes about individuals >> living with paralysis? >> >> 1. Not interested or can't have sex. (19.0%) >> Yes, somethings still work. - Chill >> >> 2. Life must be so sad. (18.0%) >> A lot of peple think that we are not suppose to be intelligent, productive >> people who enjoy living a full life doing those very same things that people >> who are not paralyzed like to do. We work, fall in love, get married and >> raise a family, we have a social life, >> yes we do enjoy life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. - Marva >> >> 3. Number one wish is to walk. (14.8%) >> Every opportunity I get I let people know that paralysis is so much more >> than not walking. Yes, I tell them I can't poop or pee on my own...to >> complete strangers but they need to know!!! - Wheelchair Mama >> >> 4. Mind must not work either. (13.0%) >> People seem to automatically associate impaired physical function with a >> mental deficiency. I often meet their comments with: "I broke my spine, not >> my mind." - Catherine >> >> 5. Must not have any pain. (9.9%) >> People think, well your paralyzed that means you can't feel anything how >> could you possibly have pain? (My husband) lives with indescribable nerve >> pain, the worst in his hands and in his feet and butt. - Susan >> >> 6. Unable to have a successful career/family/life. (9.2%) >> So many people want to blow sunshine up our a**es, or, want to believe that >> we are bitter if we don't have hope of ever walking again. But in reality, >> many of us have come to terms with our respective situations and have chosen >> to make the best of it. - CJohn >> >> 7. Only medical problem is the paralysis. (8.8%) >> There is significant neuropathic pain, bowel and bladder control, fighting >> with insurance companies, reduced energy, changed relationships, loss of >> independence, lack of access to our homes an no financial help for needed >> accessibility adaptions or exercise equipment, increased infections >> (especially UTIs)' and lack of appropriate sensation that allows for some >> spectacular accidents (and AD). - Shel >> >> 8. Have all expenses paid by the government. (3.9%) >> "So, how do you get by? Social Security?" Yeah, because we, as individuals, >> are part of a disadvantaged minority group, we all must either be on the >> government dole, or looking for a handout. And because the former must be >> true, we all must be liberals. - CJohn >> >> 9. Always want help. (3.5%) >> No matter what an someone is, I should alway's be nice and gratefully >> for any unwanted help I get! - Ben >> >> All of the above are myths, some are just more pervasive. >> >> > =
Re: [QUAD-L] Top Nine Myths about People with Paralysis
I will never forget being in the hospital and having OT come in and work on putting a cassette tape into a boom box. She probably wished she hadn't come in that day. Radio ended up on floor in pieces. Have to agree on the hands issue. After a few years, was lucky enough to get back my index finger and thumb on right hand only, which has been a blessing. Todd On Aug 24, 2012, at 4:45 PM, Bobbie Humphreys wrote: > THAT is THE hardest, the absolutely hardest par of being a quad. I've > screamed, cried and tossed many things because I can't pick up something or > hold onto it! > Bobbie > > Sent from my iPad > > On Aug 24, 2012, at 4:04 PM, "John S." wrote: > >> $#@# Walking, I WANNA MOVE MY HANDS ! >> john >> From: Dave Krehbiel >> To: quad-list@eskimo.com >> Sent: Friday, August 24, 2012 9:02 AM >> Subject: RE: [QUAD-L] Top Nine Myths about People with Paralysis >> >> Thanks, this is a great list. >> >> I would add one other misconception - that we need their help to cross the >> street. When I'm trying to cross a road in my wheelchair, some people react >> quite unpredictably. For example, people driving on a 4 Lane road will often >> try to be polite by stopping and blocking one of the Lanes, probably >> thinking that I want to rush across the street through 3 other lanes of >> traffic. Often, well-meaning people will stop in the middle of an >> intersection, causing traffic back-ups. I am much more interested in >> crossing the road safely rather than crossing it quickly. I would prefer >> that people act more predictably. I wish they would simply obey the speed >> limit, use their turn signals, and put down their cell phones. I'm happy to >> wait a minute or two for five until traffic clears out. >> >> Dave Krehbiel >> >> From: Don Price [mailto:donpric...@yahoo.com] >> Sent: Thursday, August 23, 2012 5:31 PM >> To: quadlist >> Subject: [QUAD-L] Top Nine Myths about People with Paralysis >> >> http://www.spinalcordinjury-paralysis.org/dailydose/2012/08/06/top-9-myths-people-believe-about-individuals-livin >> >> Here are the results to our question along with some of the commentary from >> our community: >> >> What is the # 1 myth you think the general public believes about individuals >> living with paralysis? >> >> 1. Not interested or can't have sex. (19.0%) >> Yes, somethings still work. - Chill >> >> 2. Life must be so sad. (18.0%) >> A lot of peple think that we are not suppose to be intelligent, productive >> people who enjoy living a full life doing those very same things that people >> who are not paralyzed like to do. We work, fall in love, get married and >> raise a family, we have a social life, >> yes we do enjoy life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. - Marva >> >> 3. Number one wish is to walk. (14.8%) >> Every opportunity I get I let people know that paralysis is so much more >> than not walking. Yes, I tell them I can't poop or pee on my own...to >> complete strangers but they need to know!!! - Wheelchair Mama >> >> 4. Mind must not work either. (13.0%) >> People seem to automatically associate impaired physical function with a >> mental deficiency. I often meet their comments with: "I broke my spine, not >> my mind." - Catherine >> >> 5. Must not have any pain. (9.9%) >> People think, well your paralyzed that means you can't feel anything how >> could you possibly have pain? (My husband) lives with indescribable nerve >> pain, the worst in his hands and in his feet and butt. - Susan >> >> 6. Unable to have a successful career/family/life. (9.2%) >> So many people want to blow sunshine up our a**es, or, want to believe that >> we are bitter if we don't have hope of ever walking again. But in reality, >> many of us have come to terms with our respective situations and have chosen >> to make the best of it. - CJohn >> >> 7. Only medical problem is the paralysis. (8.8%) >> There is significant neuropathic pain, bowel and bladder control, fighting >> with insurance companies, reduced energy, changed relationships, loss of >> independence, lack of access to our homes an no financial help for needed >> accessibility adaptions or exercise equipment, increased infections >> (especially UTIs)' and lack of appropriate sensation that allows for some >> spectacular accidents (and AD). - Shel >> >> 8. Have all expenses paid by the government. (3.9%) >> "So, how do you get by? Social Security?" Yeah, because we, as individuals, >> are part of a disadvantaged minority group, we all must either be on the >> government dole, or looking for a handout. And because the former must be >> true, we all must be liberals. - CJohn >> >> 9. Always want help. (3.5%) >> No matter what an someone is, I should alway's be nice and gratefully >> for any unwanted help I get! - Ben >> >> All of the above are myths, some are just more pervasive. >> >>
Re: [QUAD-L] Top Nine Myths about People with Paralysis
We have a BIG WIDE hallway here at work, 7 feet probably, and people will still stop, turn sideways against the wall when i pass by. I use a small sport manual wheelchair btw, lol. Todd On Fri, Aug 24, 2012 at 11:47 AM, Bobbie Humphreys wrote: > How about when they clutch their children, as if were ging to run them > down … especially in an elevator!Bobbie > > > > Sent from my iPad > > On Aug 24, 2012, at 10:42 AM, Don Price wrote: > > That's a good one, Dave. I experience that one myself! > > Here's my addition to the list (#15): people assume I can't drive my > powerchair. They either feel the need to guide me: "ok, a little left, now > start to turn...", or they give me wide berth when I'm rolling past them (I > just needed you to move your purse a bit, not your chair, your table, and > the whole restaurant!) > > lol. You gotta laugh when you're a quad! > > Don. > >*From:* Dave Krehbiel > *To:* quad-list@eskimo.com > *Sent:* Friday, August 24, 2012 6:02 AM > *Subject:* RE: [QUAD-L] Top Nine Myths about People with Paralysis > > Thanks, this is a great list. > > I would add one other misconception - that we need their help to cross the > street. When I'm trying to cross a road in my wheelchair, some people > react quite unpredictably. For example, people driving on a 4 Lane road > will often try to be polite by stopping and blocking one of the Lanes, > probably thinking that I want to rush across the street through 3 other > lanes of traffic. Often, well-meaning people will stop in the middle of an > intersection, causing traffic back-ups. I am much more interested in > crossing the road safely rather than crossing it quickly. I would prefer > that people act more predictably. I wish they would simply obey the speed > limit, use their turn signals, and put down their cell phones. I'm happy to > wait a minute or two for five until traffic clears out. > > Dave Krehbiel > > *From:* Don Price [mailto:donpric...@yahoo.com] > *Sent:* Thursday, August 23, 2012 5:31 PM > *To:* quadlist > *Subject:* [QUAD-L] Top Nine Myths about People with Paralysis > > > http://www.spinalcordinjury-paralysis.org/dailydose/2012/08/06/top-9-myths-people-believe-about-individuals-livin > > Here are the results to our question along with some of the commentary > from our community: > > *What is the # 1 myth you think the general public believes about > individuals living with paralysis?* > > *1. Not interested or can't have sex. (19.0%)* > Yes, somethings still work. - Chill > > *2. Life must be so sad. (18.0%)* > A lot of peple think that we are not suppose to be intelligent, productive > people who enjoy living a full life doing those very same things that > people who are not paralyzed like to do. We work, fall in love, get married > and raise a family, we have a social life, > yes we do enjoy life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. - Marva > > *3. Number one wish is to walk. (14.8%)* > Every opportunity I get I let people know that paralysis is so much more > than not walking. Yes, I tell them I can't poop or pee on my own...to > complete strangers but they need to know!!! - Wheelchair Mama > > *4. Mind must not work either. (13.0%)* > People seem to automatically associate impaired physical function with a > mental deficiency. I often meet their comments with: "I broke my spine, not > my mind." - Catherine > > *5. Must not have any pain. (9.9%)* > People think, well your paralyzed that means you can't feel anything how > could you possibly have pain? (My husband) lives with indescribable nerve > pain, the worst in his hands and in his feet and butt. - Susan > > *6. Unable to have a successful career/family/life. (9.2%) * > So many people want to blow sunshine up our a**es, or, want to believe > that we are bitter if we don't have hope of ever walking again. But in > reality, many of us have come to terms with our respective situations and > have chosen to make the best of it. - CJohn > > *7. Only medical problem is the paralysis. (8.8%)* > There is significant neuropathic pain, bowel and bladder control, fighting > with insurance companies, reduced energy, changed relationships, loss of > independence, lack of access to our homes an no financial help for needed > accessibility adaptions or exercise equipment, increased infections > (especially UTIs)' and lack of appropriate sensation that allows for some > spectacular accidents (and AD). - Shel > > *8. Have all expenses paid by the government. (3.9%)* > "So, how do you get by? Social Security?" Yeah, because we, as > individuals, are part of a disadvantaged minority group, we all must either > be on the government dole, or looking for a handout. And because the former > must be true, we all must be liberals. - CJohn > > *9. Always want help. (3.5%)* > No matter what an someone is, I should alway's be nice and gratefully > for any unwanted help I get! - Ben > > All of the above are myths, some are just more pervasive. > > >
Re: [QUAD-L] protection
Yes i forgot to say that I live in downtown Atlanta. I am always by myself and drive a car so it takes me a little longer to get my chair taken apart and in the car. There are a lot of people from all walks of life that will approach you to offer help, most of the time legitimate folks. I always kindly decline but some will have other motives, like asking for money usually. http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504083_162-57492757-504083/wanique-odwin-atlanta-panhandler-gets-life-for-killing-tourist-over-a-quarter/ On Tue, Aug 14, 2012 at 9:05 PM, Bobbie Humphreys wrote: > Todd, > May I ask, where do you live? > Bobbie > > > > Sent from my iPad > > On Aug 14, 2012, at 2:22 PM, Danny Hearn wrote: > > I don't think there is much a quad can do besides, Try to travel with > someone when possible---Always be aware of surroundings, daytime is usually > safer than nighttme hours. Try to check out parking lots and not go to your > van while anyone is loitering near it when you leave. Other than the common > sense things, there may not be a lot we can do for protection. -- Dan H. > > -- > *From:* Todd Daugherty > *To:* quad list > *Sent:* Tue, August 14, 2012 1:05:12 PM > *Subject:* [QUAD-L] protection > > How do you guys/girls protect yourself? I went and looked at guns and > while i could grip it good i could not pull the trigger. I keep a small > buck knife in my carrying bag but that's about it. I feel pretty > vulnerable in some places, especially in parking lots where it takes me a > few minutes to get my chair in/out and my door is open. I've had homeless, > etc come up to me during this time, and once I accidentally left my > passenger door unlocked and one of them just got in and sat down, asking > for money/ride. Took me a few minutes to talk him out. Tazer maybe? > "Don't taze me bro!!" > > Todd D > c-6 inc '89 > >
[QUAD-L] protection
How do you guys/girls protect yourself? I went and looked at guns and while i could grip it good i could not pull the trigger. I keep a small buck knife in my carrying bag but that's about it. I feel pretty vulnerable in some places, especially in parking lots where it takes me a few minutes to get my chair in/out and my door is open. I've had homeless, etc come up to me during this time, and once I accidentally left my passenger door unlocked and one of them just got in and sat down, asking for money/ride. Took me a few minutes to talk him out. Tazer maybe? "Don't taze me bro!!" Todd D c-6 inc '89
[QUAD-L] ADA ramp at courthouse
I went to my local city courthouse this morning and they have a long sloped walkway that goes up to the door, and the door has a handicapped entry thing. The problem is that in order to even get to the bottom of the long sloped walkway (which appears in compliance), on each side of it there are steep sidewalks that go down to the handicapped parking. Where the curb cut ramp was, there was probably 3 feet of REALLY steep, almost flipped my chair backwards even leaning forward with my stomach on my legs pushing. Whoever can get up that one (paras obv), then there is another 20ft or more of less steep walkway, but still much steeper than the long sloped walkway up to the door. Is there anything I can do that will actually get a response? Thanks Todd c-6 inc '89
Re: [QUAD-L] do or don't you use narcotic/pain meds-survey
Injured '89 c6 inc, I stopped taking muscle relaxers in 1994, haven't taken any other meds or narcotics since then. Todd On Jun 27, 2012, at 2:13 PM, "Greg" wrote: > I went 20+ years with no meds, other than for UTIs. Though after I hurt my > hip, the bone tried to heal itself. It never stopped growing. It ended up > growing like branches into the muscles. I had to use radiation to get it to > stop. It’s still egg size, but they are afraid that if they cut it out it > would be very bloody. And that can cause it to grow back even worse. > > Though I can’t feel it like a point of pain, like a cut, burn, spot. It > caused A.D. sweat, high blood pressure. And a very heavy chest, like > pneumonia. I’ve never had that feeling with A.D. before. The actual pain is > in my whole thigh area. I mean like it’s being crushed. I would dream every > night that I was on fires or my leg was trapped in a car door. I went to the > E.R. a couple of times doubled over in pain. I had spasms so bad I grunted. > Docs just kept trying anti spasm meds, but I knew it was not regular spasms. > Finely they found the problem after multiple x-ray trys. > > Pain meds control it. Very little spasms. My thigh still has a > burning/throbbing feeling, but it’s tolerable. Though if I miss a dose of > meds, within hours I’m miserable. The meds cause so many bowel issues I’m > thinking of trying to cut the growth out. > > Greg
Re: [QUAD-L] do or don't you use narcotic/pain meds-survey
I can't believe any quad hasn't heard of AD. Bout killed me one day, a headache you'll never forget. On Jun 27, 2012, at 1:20 PM, Bobbie Humphreys wrote: > Yea, and what is Autonomic Dysreflexia? My injury was in 1973, I don't > Everett hearing about this except on the q-list. Bobbie > > > Sent from my iPad > > On Jun 27, 2012, at 10:40 AM, "Eric W Rudd" wrote: > >> Autonomic Dysreflexia >> >> Eric W Rudd >> c5sc...@gmail.com >> >> From: Bobbie Humphreys >> Sent: Tuesday, June 26, 2012 9:39 PM >> To: Bob Vogel >> Cc: John S. ; quad-list@eskimo.com >> Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] do or don't you use narcotic/pain meds-survey >> >> What is AD? Bobbie >> >> >> >> Sent from my iPad >> >> On Jun 26, 2012, at 2:34 PM, Bob Vogel wrote: >> >>> Hi John, >>> >>> From SCI nurses and physicians I've spoken with-- AD can hit anybody with >>> SCI of T6 and above, and is possible in people with SCI as low as T10. >>> >>> Bob V >>> >>> On Jun 26, 2012, at 11:10 AM, John S. wrote: >>> I've taken valium for 36 years, hydrocodone for 20, oxycontin for 8 and lyrica for 5. Because my bones deteriorate and fracture from simple lifts I either take my npain meds or suffer from AD. I broke a multitude of bones in my original accident and many never healed right. I have deformed so badly that Dr.s have said it hurts to look at my X-rays. Now, my bones and floating organs make lifting and moving in my chair almost unbearable. Tell your Dr. to read up on AD if your a quad. If you're a paraplegic you shouldn't have AD. This doesn't mean you have no pain issues. You might try a physiatrist. bw, john From: Derrick To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Sunday, June 24, 2012 3:59 PM Subject: [QUAD-L] do or don't you use narcotic/pain meds-survey I've been on 5mg (2x/day) narcotic for over 10 years. I've been having more pain and asked my latest doc(very rural town) if she would up my meds. She told me that "narcotics are not prescribed to parapelgics" and the only reason she writes me a script because I've been on them so long. I disagree with her. I would like to hear how many on this list do or do not take narcotics. If do, how many pills&mg? I built a quick survey with 3 questions. You can see results at end of survey. http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/WEB22G3WRVEZKQ Thanks in advance, Derrick W By the way, I'm a C5/6 quad, not a para. Not only her but the next towns pain clinic prescribed "voltran cream" a few years back. Like I can rub on my neck myself. I do plan to switch drs but I want to educate her & others in the future with survey results. >>> >>>
[QUAD-L] Tailbone sore
I ended up finding a place local called HyperbarX Wound center that said I am stage 1 but caught it in time. In my second week of offloading. Anyone know of a donut or quad cushion without the tailbone area? Thanks Todd
Fwd: [QUAD-L] Tailbone sores
A local hospital was able to refer me to a wound specialist Hyperbarx i think was the name. Have an appt 8:30 tomorrow decided not to go to ER. Cleaned everything and covered with duoderm until then. Bruised and raw looking skin in some areas but nothing open yet. I recently spent 7+ hrs in dental chair for sedation appointment, thinking that might be partial cause. Thanks ToddD C6 inc Begin forwarded message: > From: ~LittleQuad~ > Date: May 21, 2012 10:29:17 AM EDT > To: todd.daughe...@gmail.com > Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Tailbone sores > > the sooner it gets seen by a doctor the better... do you have a regular > physcian that would be able to help? > > --- On Sat, 5/19/12, todd.daughe...@gmail.com > wrote: > > From: todd.daughe...@gmail.com > Subject: [QUAD-L] Tailbone sores > To: quad-list@eskimo.com > Date: Saturday, May 19, 2012, 8:40 PM > > If you guys have issues with tailbone sores, bruising etc. would an ER be > able to do anything? I need to go somewhere tomorrow, I just looked and it's > a little worse than I thought. I could go to Shepherd Center but it would > take weeks to get an appt. thanks > > Todd
[QUAD-L] Tailbone sores
If you guys have issues with tailbone sores, bruising etc. would an ER be able to do anything? I need to go somewhere tomorrow, I just looked and it's a little worse than I thought. I could go to Shepherd Center but it would take weeks to get an appt. thanks Todd
Re: [QUAD-L] medical bill
As much as I would like to have more accessibility to healthcare, the more I look at the financial implications of his plan, the more I feel like as a whole it will be more detrimental to the country than helpful. Forcing insurance companies to take people with pre-existing conditions, fines for companies and individuals who don't get coverage. Private insurance premiums will most certainly be raised for those that have it. How can expanding coverage to over 30 million new people possibly lower costs? 27 billion of new taxes on drug companies, 20 billion on medical device makers. Those costs will just pass through to us in my opinion. Total of 18 new taxes estimating 503 billion in revenue. New taxes may bring revenue but they will also (also my opinion) slow economic growth which we desperately need right now. I listened to the oral arguments on the Supreme Court website and it seemed the justices were pretty skeptical of the constitutionality of it. Cheers, Todd C/6 On May 1, 2012, at 10:39 PM, Bobbie Humphreys wrote: > Obama's plan will be forever tweaked till the end of time. Bobbie > > > > > Sent from my iPad > > On May 1, 2012, at 6:20 PM, "Greg" wrote: > >> I think we need just a national Medicare, with extra insurance for those who >> want, need, or who can afford more. Those who are so against it say they >> don’t was the government making decisions. But that means they would prefer >> an insurance company who is for profit, who gets bonuses for denying medical >> procedures, and who can cancel you after you get sick/injured. I still have >> not heard 1 good reason not to have national health care. This Obama thing >> is too confusing. >> Greg >> >> --- >> It's enough to make even a quad kick ass and throw fists. But I am not >> surprised. The slightest medical problem results in bills for things and >> from people you never even heard of. To say that the whole thing is an >> immoral, unethical racket is an understatement. A lifetime of savings can be >> wiped out in one week. A simple hello from the doctor can cost $300. Your >> experience is all too common. I don't have a clue if Obama's plan will be >> better, but I certainly hope so.
[QUAD-L] Re: New wheelchair?
Hi everyone, Sorry it took me so long to respond to the questions I received about my post bellow. The GB motors are still available according to Invacare customer service but my local DME provider says it is for a limited time but they have no idea when the limited time will end, could be months or years. They think they will be discontinued because most insurance will not pay for the upgrade because the GB motors are not necessary for indoor use and most insurance companies think wheelchairs are for inside use and not outside use. Todd > I'm looking at new wheelchairs and my local DME provider told me that GB > (gearless/brushless) motors we're no longer available from Invacare. > > Does anyone know if this is true? > > Does anyone have any experience with the Invacare Storm Torque 3 ? > > I have had 2 Invacare Storm Arrow wheelchairs and the last one had GB > motors which I like very much but they want me to try the Torque 3 and > this seemed like a big step backwards to me. The Torque 3 doesn't seem to > be as heavy duty and is slower than the Arrow. > > Any information would be greatly appreciated. > > Thanks > Todd > > >
[QUAD-L] MMG Rusch catheters
I have literally hundreds of the 14fr kits that I don't use anymore. Anyone know who would want them? Hate to throw them out Todd
[QUAD-L] Pulled muscle
I have pulled a muscle in my forearm, apparently from sticking it under my knees and pulling too hard to move my legs during transfers and in bed. Ouch. I cant use my other arm to do it, and can't stop transferring, etc so not sure how it's supposed to heal. Todd C6-inc
[QUAD-L] New wheelchair?
I'm looking at new wheelchairs and my local DME provider told me that GB (gearless/brushless) motors we're no longer available from Invacare. Does anyone know if this is true? Does anyone have any experience with the Invacare Storm Torque 3 ? I have had 2 Invacare Storm Arrow wheelchairs and the last one had GB motors which I like very much but they want me to try the Torque 3 and this seemed like a big step backwards to me. The Torque 3 doesn't seem to be as heavy duty and is slower than the Arrow. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Todd
Re: [QUAD-L] What a freakin waste of a life
That's sad that she felt that way but not going to pass any judgement. On Feb 16, 2012, at 11:11 AM, wheelch...@aol.com wrote: > Some things will not improve, in spite of comments. This is one of them. > Thanks > Best Wishes > > In a message dated 2/16/2012 9:47:44 A.M. Central Standard Time, > gah17...@aol.com writes: > From The Huffington Post, another freakin waste of. > > > > There's an old saying that artists have to suffer, but after six years of > paralysis, Christina Symanski decided she had suffered enough. > > Symanski, 31, broke her neck diving into a shallow swimming pool in June, > 2005. > > An artist and teacher in East Brunswick, N.J., Symanski was rescued by her > boyfriend of six months, professional musician Jimmy Morganti, who, at the > time of the accident, was planning to move in with her. > > The accident left Symanski a quadriplegic. She continued to do her art, but > last fall, she made a decision to starve herself to death. > > "I have come to a point in my own life where I’m struggling with the > question, ‘Is this life worth living for ME, or am I just prolonging my own > suffering?’" is how she explained it on her blog, Life Paralyzed. > > Once she decided to end her life, Symanski researched right-to-die laws, and > even considered moving to Oregon which allows some physician-assisted > suicide, according to the New Jersey Star-Ledger. > > She also began communicating with Jeanne Kerwin, the coordinator for Ethics > and Palliative Care Services at Overlook Medical Center in Summit, who gave > her tips about palliative care and how she could end her suffering. > > Some of Kerwin's suggestions included having two psychological evaluations as > well as consultations with lawyers and physicians. > > "She did everything she could so that the responsibility for whatever > happened was hers alone," Kerwin told the Star-Ledger. > > But not everyone agreed with Symanski's decision, especially her aunt, Mary > Ellen Symanski, the head of the nursing department at Alvernia University in > Reading, Pa. > > "I was not thrilled with the information she was receiving," said Symanski > who privately tried to convince her niece not to end her life. > > But once Symanski decided to die by diet, things moved quickly and she passed > away on December 1. > > Among her last wishes was to have her cremated ashes mixed with fireworks and > then skyrocketed over the New Jersey-Pennsylvania border this Independence > Day. > > "I don’t know whether I can do that legally," said her mother, Louise Ruoff. > "But I’ll try." > > > > > Glenn Henry >
Re: [QUAD-L] Touchy Topic
I have an active website not being using at the moment, have the php and other forum software to have it running pretty quickly if anyone's interested. On Nov 18, 2011, at 10:54 PM, "Eric W Rudd" wrote: > btw, "sex" doesn't describe "care for the boys" > > Eric W Rudd > c5sc...@gmail.com > - Original Message - > From: Dave Krehbiel > To: 'Don Price' ; quad-list@eskimo.com > Sent: Friday, November 18, 2011 9:38 PM > Subject: RE: [QUAD-L] Touchy Topic > > It would also be possible for us to have some sort of a code word or symbol > to include in the subject line (e.g. SEX) so that those who wanted to avoid > the discussions would either ignore the posts or automatically delete them. > > From: Don Price [mailto:donpric...@yahoo.com] > Sent: Friday, November 18, 2011 6:54 PM > To: quad-list@eskimo.com > Subject: [QUAD-L] Touchy Topic > > Pardon the pun in the subject line, but I was wondering how we might go about > having a very frank discussion about sexuality and SCI online. > > I know that some people on this list would be interested in the subject of > sexuality while others would not, and might even find it offensive. We lost > a subscriber yesterday, I suspect because we got a bit too graphic about 'the > boys.' So, I'm thinking this is not the best place to discuss this topic. > Maybe there's a forum that already exists for the topic of SCI and sex? > > Is it possible to start a sub-list of people on here who wanted to have a > candid discussion about this topic, knowing that there is the probabilty of > offensive language or information in such a discussion? It's an important > topic and I'm guessing more than a few would be interested. > > Any thoughts [without getting graphic]? > Don.
Re: [QUAD-L] What is the best Malware program to run?
http://www.clarkhoward.com/news/clark-howard/technology/clark-howards-virus-spyware-and-malware-protection/nFZJ/ This has everything you need and they are free. I personally like http://www.malwarebytes.org/ but have also used spy-bot and ad-aware in the past. Cheers, Todd On Thu, Nov 10, 2011 at 4:13 AM, wrote: > ** > Hi all, > > What is the best Malware program to run? I also have Norton on my computer > but I would like to also check for Malware? > Thank you, > Dana >
Re: [QUAD-L] Any other quad drivers tricking out their vans?
Cool van Donald! I am a C6/INC and was doing some drag racing in a Z28 that i modified (355 11# boost) a few years back My friends would swap my wheels out at the track and i would leave my chair in the pits. 11.22@122mph 1/4 mile, fun stuff. I love the mods stuff also too just more under the hood. Todd D On Fri, Oct 7, 2011 at 3:13 PM, donald scott wrote: > Hi group, > > I have been driving about 6 years now and luv the independence. Before I > was injured I always had customized hot rods. I'm absolutely a certified car > nut. I hit all the races and car shows in my area. So once I started driving > again I wanted a cool ride. I took my stock van and customized it and > started entering it in car shows locally. You can see it here > http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3318536/1999-dodge-grand-caravan-passenger/page-1 > > So I'm wondering if any other quads are nutty about their van too? I'd luv > to see some other wheelchair vehicles all tricked out. Send me some pics. of > your vans weather mild or wild. > > Thanks all, > Donald c5 20 years post >
Re: [QUAD-L] Fw: Bioderm Liberty
Thanks Don, looks like what I have been searching for. FYI: Samples will only be sent to residents of the UK* Todd D On Tue, Jun 7, 2011 at 1:28 PM, Don Price wrote: > For those of you who use condom caths and have problems with them... a > new product to try: > Don. > -- > > http://www.bioderm.co.uk/index.asp > > Thanks for speaking with me earlier, here's the info we spoke about: > Liberty 3.0 is an the external male catheter for men with incontinence or > mobility issues used for urine control, and wound care and infection > control, based on an innovative hydrocolloid technology that seals securely > to the skin, providing protection from moisture and bacteria. Liberty 3.0 > was developed to provide more freedom for men seeking a bettter method of > bladder control and aims to make urinary output monitoring managment > healthier and more comfortable. Therefore it reduces infection, skin > breakdown, discomfort and odor. It also works for a all male anatomy sizes, > including, uncircumcised and retracted. If you have any questions or would > like to see a sample of the Liberty, call me or simply email me. If you have > any patients you think may benefit from the product, we can send them a free > starter pack, and if they like it, its covered under Medicare, Medicaid, VA, > Private Insurances, and Workers Comp. Thanks, I look foward to speaking with > you soon. > > Nadia Darius, RN > Customer Care Representative > 1800-373-7006 ext. 3010 > ndar...@bioderm.us > > >
Re: [QUAD-L] table top hand bike
We are talking about hand cycles here, not something like computerized functional electronic stim bikes, or the likes. I don't buy the research and engineering costs argument in this case. There is nothing 'new' about this technology, if you even want to call it that. It is chain driven with magnetic resistance. Some may have fancy digital displays or whatever, but 1,500.00? These people should have their necks broken I ran my own rehab & research center for several years with Steven Petrofsky that included all of the latest FES and adapted equipment. These prices are inflated not necessarily to hurt the disabled consumer, rather to bilk the insurance and medicare for max dollars. On Tue, Jun 7, 2011 at 2:46 PM, wrote: > > Research and Technology, cost money. Engineering and manufacturing such > device comes with so many risks. Consider that if it was that easy, there > would be so many copy cats of the product for much cheaper. So much is not > designed for the disAbled, but rather modified so that one can use it > differently from others. > > Best Wishes > In a message dated 6/7/2011 1:10:18 P.M. Central Daylight Time, > r...@sockets.com writes: > > I bought a "Magneciser" for about $150 that I like very much. > > > http://www.amazon.com/Chattanooga-Magneciser-Arm-Pedal-Exerciser/dp/B003YR6DDE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1307469804&sr=8-1 > > My only complaint is that one strap broke after about a year. > > p.s. It is sad how so-o-o-o many companies seek to profit off the disabled > and infirm. > > > At 12:15 PM 6/7/2011, Todd Daugherty wrote: > > I am looking around for a hand cycle that will fit on a table and they are > all over $800? wtf is the matter with these people? > >
[QUAD-L] table top hand bike
I am looking around for a hand cycle that will fit on a table and they are all over $800? wtf is the matter with these people?
Re: [QUAD-L] uppertone / Shepherd
I mention it every time I go and they all agree that it is asinine, guess I'm barking up the wrong tree. After they built this parking deck, they force everyone to use it, all of the handicapped spots were removed from the front and put in there.donkeys! On Wed, Jun 1, 2011 at 3:56 PM, wrote: > I for one am surprised or did you chose to park there. Having you > mention that to the spinal unit for their input regarding the parking > issues? > Best Wishes > > In a message dated 6/1/2011 2:54:00 P.M. Central Daylight Time, > todd.daughe...@gmail.com writes: > > I am about to begin the process through CIGNA to get an uppertone exercise > machine covered. Over the phone, before even sending the pre-authorization > they are sayingt hat it is not covered because it is exercise equipment. My > doctor is putting together a package and I have two examples where appeals > were accepted but they were with other insurers. The simple fact that they > don't recognize that this is a necessity for a quad puts me on TILT! > > Since I live in Atlanta I contacted Shepherd about their 'Beyond Therapy' > and was pretty disappointed. They wanted 850+ a week for 9 hours of > therapy, no insurance and a 9-month waiting list. The bigger this place > gets, the less they care about individuals and their needs. 3-month wait > for appointments, and they actually put a parking deck in, and to get out > you have to literally get out of your car and put a coin in to exit. Even > able bodied can't reach from inside and have to get out. Then security > gives me a hard time when they have to come out and assist. Pure genius! > > On a happier note, CIGNA did cover my titanium TiLite and I'll pick that up > this month. My daily chair was stolen so I've been in this tiny rugby chair > for waay too long. > > Todd D > C-6 inc > >
[QUAD-L] uppertone / Shepherd
I am about to begin the process through CIGNA to get an uppertone exercise machine covered. Over the phone, before even sending the pre-authorization they are sayingt hat it is not covered because it is exercise equipment. My doctor is putting together a package and I have two examples where appeals were accepted but they were with other insurers. The simple fact that they don't recognize that this is a necessity for a quad puts me on TILT! Since I live in Atlanta I contacted Shepherd about their 'Beyond Therapy' and was pretty disappointed. They wanted 850+ a week for 9 hours of therapy, no insurance and a 9-month waiting list. The bigger this place gets, the less they care about individuals and their needs. 3-month wait for appointments, and they actually put a parking deck in, and to get out you have to literally get out of your car and put a coin in to exit. Even able bodied can't reach from inside and have to get out. Then security gives me a hard time when they have to come out and assist. Pure genius! On a happier note, CIGNA did cover my titanium TiLite and I'll pick that up this month. My daily chair was stolen so I've been in this tiny rugby chair for waay too long. Todd D C-6 inc
[QUAD-L] Things I hate about being a quad
1. Picking up something, only to lose grip and drop it again 2. Coins 3. Untied shoelaces (why i still have them on my shoes after 20 yrs no one knows) 4. "Almost" making it to the bathroom 5. Flying on an airplane (see #4) Could go on for days...blessed to be alive though. Todd D C-6 inc MVA '89
[QUAD-L] Attendant needed in Denver area
Hi everyone, I will be visiting Denver Colorado for a few days and I was wondering if anyone has any ideas where I can find someone to do my attendant care. I will have someone with me to help with most things and to help with transfers but I need someone that can do my Bowel Program, change my day bag and night bag, help transfer to bed and take off my clothes at night. Then change my bags, get me dressed and help transfer to my wheelchair in the morning. I will be paying out of pocket so I prefer to avoid using a Home Healthcare Service. Any ideas or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Todd
[QUAD-L] Condom cath
I use the pop-on condoms with just regular leg bag ( https://www.edgepark.com/shopcatalog/showitemdetails.cfm?psku=509348&QTY=3&PageRef=Update&OrderID=5290584 ) Since I live alone with no assistance, i cant use the straps to attach the bag to my shin area like im supposed to, and emptying it in that position is a pita. As a result, everything kind of resides in the front area of my pants. Since there is no gravity working, the condom will just fill up and blow off, instead of going through the tube into the bag. If I am in a bathroom, its easy to just pull the bag out and let gravity do its thing but if i'm stuck somewhere else, there's no pint in wearing this thing because it just doesn't work. Is there any alternatives or a different product that would work? Todd D C-6
[QUAD-L] TiLite
I am getting ready to order a new chair and search for the lightest made. Anyone know the total weight of this one after everything is on? Starting weight is 11 http://www.spinlife.com/TiLite-TiLite-ZRa-New-Series-2-Rigid-Wheelchair/spec.cfm?productID=90385 Todd D C-6
[QUAD-L] Hands free bluetooth
Hi everyone, I know hands free Bluetooth has been talked about several times but I seem to have lost the information. Could someone send me the information again, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Todd
[QUAD-L] Any quad poker players out there?
You are invited to join my private poker club for Home Games online. - If you don't already have it, download the free PokerStars software from www.pokerstars.com - Open the main poker lobby, then click on the Home Games tab - Click the 'Join a Poker Club' button - Enter my Club ID number: 140230 - Enter my Invitation Code: homegame That's it! Once I've approved your membership request, we'll be ready to start playing Home Games online together. If you want to find out more, visit www.pokerstars.com/homegames
[QUAD-L] Bed?
Does anyone know where I can find a Queen size bed that is adjustable height along with adjustable head and foot? I have a queen size hospital style bed that is about 16 years old which isn't working and parts are no longer available. I need to replace it and my local DME supplier can't seem to find anything. Thanks Todd
[QUAD-L] Microphone for speech recognition software?
Hi everyone, I have a friend who is using a Mac Computer and he is having trouble finding a good microphone to work with the speech recognition software. His voice does tend to change some while he's talking so the cheaper microphones don't work very good. He can't use a regular headset but something like a Bluetooth for a cell phone might work or something on the desk. Any ideas or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Todd Canaday
