Re: [QUAD-L] Diagnosis

2006-08-16 Thread DAANOO
I was injured in 74 and wearing a Foley catheter, in 85 , I was diagnosed with bladder cancer. And I went through chemotherapy for three months (I don't remember exactly how long) it did not work, so they decided to remove my bladder. There were a few other options, that he did not think

Re: [QUAD-L] Fast Chairs?

2006-08-16 Thread Miss Liz
demo,demo,demo - Original Message - From: Greg To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Wednesday, August 16, 2006 12:19 AM Subject: [QUAD-L] Fast Chairs? I’m having a heck of a time getting anew chair. It was about set when the company went under, now it was

Re: [QUAD-L] Fast Chairs?

2006-08-16 Thread MaxnRR
In a message dated 8/16/06 12:19:55 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I’m having a heck of a time getting anew chair. It was about set when the company went under, now it was forward to a new place and must be resubmitted. Anyway, instead of just buying one, I’m getting fitted

Re: [QUAD-L] Fast Chairs?

2006-08-16 Thread wheelchair
In a message dated 8/16/2006 6:08:31 PM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: But what is a great, FAST, front-wheel or mid-wheel drive chair? Tilt, recline, needed. I use a tdx3, might try to get a tdx5, but what are other fast ones? Thx, Greg Fast in the medical mobility

Re: [QUAD-L] Fast Chairs?

2006-08-16 Thread B. Kimberlin \(Quadius\)
I just turned in a chair that I was not satisfied with, just happened to be a peach tree equipped TDX5. For me I was having difficulties with seating, but I really feel it was more of a vendor problem. The wheelchair was not getting into my van satisfactorily and I am currently not in the position

Re: [QUAD-L] Fast Chairs?

2006-08-16 Thread MaxnRR
I replied to Greg's original chair email, but I'm new to the Quad list and don't know how to reply correctly to emails where my reply will be displayed correctly. I think I messed up your email. I'm [EMAIL PROTECTED] , but that's not my reply. Can anyone tell me how to reply correctly to Quad list

[QUAD-L] New wheelchair wheelie wheels question

2006-08-16 Thread Johnny
Just got a new electric . wheelchair Question on those back wheelie wheels things. Do i really need them,they seem tO Be a pain in the butt. I never had to worry before about them when they were not on about tipping back. Did any of you guys. thanks Johnny Johnny

Re: [QUAD-L] A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words

2006-08-16 Thread David K. Kelmer
Hi Sandy,I believe you can see my pic onShahidul Alam's Site, second row, far right. http://scilist.port5.com/scipages/scipics3.htmOr, view my 'Yahoo Profile' at http://profiles.yahoo.com/davekelmer?intl=usos=winver=7.5.0.811With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 30 Years

Re: [QUAD-L] 8-2-06

2006-08-16 Thread David K. Kelmer
Hi Jason,That is so great to hear! Life is so much better when you're controlling it with a hearty spirit. That was a wonderful way to show how you felt about your new love. Way to goWith Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 30 Years PostTexas, USA Jason Thurston [EMAIL

Re: [QUAD-L] 8-7-06/18 yrs. post....

2006-08-16 Thread David K. Kelmer
Hi Tim,You're a good man, my friend! Your attitude about life shows you were a good man before your accident, you have just learned how important the little things in our lives mean to us now that we're Quads! May your next 18 years hold the best for you, and your head is always held high.

RE: [QUAD-L] 11 Aug 2006 - 19 yrs. post....

2006-08-16 Thread Karen S. Nelson
Greg, I havent had the pleasure of meeting or corresponding with you but am very interested in learning more about you. Forgive me if we have met and I havent realized it! I live in Hendersonville, TN and my son is currently in Murfreesboro most of the time. He was paralyzed four years

Re: [QUAD-L] New wheelchair wheelie wheels question

2006-08-16 Thread DeLiMiTeD4
Any chair worth it's salt can flip itself. I'd highly recommend you keep the wheelie bars. john In a message dated 8/16/2006 8:10:06 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Just got a new electric .wheelchair Question on those back wheelie wheels things.Do i really need them,they

[QUAD-L] Driving

2006-08-16 Thread Greg
I just got a driving permit. I took the written test, now late Sep. I go and get fitted and see if I can drive myself. On the way home, I saw a pickup truck fitted for a quad driver. The lift came out the drivers door, lifted him, then pulled the lift into the drivers seat area. Very