Re: [QUAD-L] looking for information

2008-03-29 Thread wheelchair
If its Nerve and Spinal, you might find it here or with the Natl Spinal Cord Injury Assoc for additional info. Best Wishes In a message dated 3/28/2008 9:24:57 P.M. Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi. Now that I have my new diagnosis, I am curious to find out if there

FW: [QUAD-L] close call

2008-03-29 Thread William Willis
pain meds don't help much. I have figured out this week that eating too much seems to make it worse. I ate a taco salad for supper last night and woke up at 7 with abdominal spasms that are just now starting to ease, 10 am. My stomach hurts and I feel like a train wreck. Just another wonderful

Re: [QUAD-L] quad scientist

2008-03-29 Thread DAANOO
In a message dated 3/29/2008 10:03:08 A.M. Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: i'm blank...who is he please? high quad, no movement, big-bang theory(?) Eric W Rudd [EMAIL PROTECTED] (mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]) Stephen Hawking just guessing, I don't know Dana

Re: FW: [QUAD-L] close call

2008-03-29 Thread DAANOO
Do you think you could have an allergic reaction to something? just guessing. I have the same problem with my routine sometimes and I don't know why. either. There are so many things that can trigger A.D., it is a guessing game. So sorry you're feeling like this. I know it is hell.

RE: [QUAD-L] Grocery store adventures

2008-03-29 Thread zeta mcbroom
I was once chased out of a store by an elderly man. Clearly upset! Yelling your supposed to leave those wheelchairs in the store I need it to go shopping. Then there is also those wonderful days that I manage to get in front of someone with an overloaded cart. Being in a manual chair they

Re: [QUAD-L] quad scientist

2008-03-29 Thread Eric W Rudd
exactly thanks Eric W Rudd [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Saturday, March 29, 2008 10:09 AM Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] quad scientist In a message dated 3/29/2008 10:03:08 A.M. Central Daylight

[QUAD-L] Quadriparesis: What is it?

2008-03-29 Thread jetski
Hi all, Bill H. here. Maybe this post will help someone on the list or someone a list member might know. I had written asking if anyone here was quadriparesis. It is a new term for me but is finally my official diagnosis. Some years ago I was originally diagnosis with slowly progressive ALS.

RE: [QUAD-L] Quadriparesis: What is it?

2008-03-29 Thread RollinOn
Hello Bill H, I've never heard of quadriparesis before but I understand now that you've explained it. Besides that I don't have any knowledge about the condition itself but I'm positive this list can help in many ways. First off this is an awesome support group with lots of info about many

Re: [QUAD-L] close call

2008-03-29 Thread John S.
If you use narcotics to resolve your pain then you need to take something to resolve the side effects of the narcotics or you'll be bloated and possibly impacted if it goes on too long. There are a few different ways to deal with it. Drink more water and work out how much Mirilax you need.

Re: [QUAD-L] quad scientist

2008-03-29 Thread John S.
Stephen Hawking? Theoretical Physicist with extremely advanced ALS. - Original Message From: Eric W Rudd [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Saturday, March 29, 2008 10:40:53 AM Subject: [QUAD-L] quad scientist i'm blank...who is he please? high quad, no movement,

[QUAD-L] quad scientist

2008-03-29 Thread Tod E. Santee
Hi All... Actually, Steven Hawking has ALS. Kind of quadriplegic but not because of spinal cord issues. It's progressive involving ALL peripheral motor nerves. Quad 'cause of general paralysis, not SCI. As for the science, he postulated/theorized more on black holes, worm holes and

Re: [QUAD-L] quad scientist

2008-03-29 Thread wheelchair
Probably the smartest person alive on this planet. Preaches the theory behind the Black Hole and Big Bang Thang. Any google search will bring ya to him. I've had the please of meeting him twice on the campus of Un of Chicago's Circle Campus. Best Wishes In a message dated 3/29/2008

[QUAD-L] Response to Rollin On, Mark

2008-03-29 Thread jetski
Hi Mark. Well, to answer your question, my onset was about 1995. First I lost the use of my left hand and then 6 months later my right hand and then the paralisis began to spread to my left leg and then finally my right leg. This is why the medical field thought I was suffering from ALS. I

RE: [QUAD-L] Response to Rollin On, Mark

2008-03-29 Thread RollinOn
Man I remember those crazy thoughts, I guess we all had some point where it felt hopeless. I have no recollection of my first 4 weeks following my accident but I remember nightmares I had and they were just vividly crazy. The finger stuff is just plain frustrating but it comes with the package.

RE: [QUAD-L] quad scientist

2008-03-29 Thread RollinOn
Hey Tod, it's been quite some time. Please give us an update on what's been going on. I believe you're a teacher correct? Mark Jackson RollinOn -Original Message- From: Tod E. Santee [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, March 29, 2008 12:57 PM To: Eric W Rudd Cc:

[QUAD-L] Fwd: Invitation to join Pikaba

2008-03-29 Thread DAANOO
Has anyone ever heard of this group or used it. I received this from a friend. Dana **Create a Home Theater Like the Pros. Watch the video on AOL Home. (http://home.aol.com/diy/home-improvement-eric-stromer?video=15ncid=aolhom000301) ---BeginMessage---

Re: [QUAD-L] Fwd: Invitation to join Pikaba

2008-03-29 Thread wheelchair
Have fun but I would not consider it. Just do a google for yourself and see. Best Wishes In a message dated 3/29/2008 4:00:04 P.M. Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Has anyone ever heard of this group or used it. I received this from a friend. Dana

Re: [QUAD-L] Hi all....

2008-03-29 Thread David K. Kelmer
I'll second that! Quadius [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Congratulations. It's nice when things go well. Quadius On 2/15/08, t crook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well I have been busy with jewelry business, been in and out of court fighting for custody of my son. The business is doing

[QUAD-L] dysreflexia

2008-03-29 Thread RONALD L PRACHT
hey, i deal with mild dysreflexia during digital stem, when i need to urinate, having gas or a bowell movement. i also get it when im starting to get a pressure sore or am putting a limb in some sort of a bind. i realize severe dysreflexia is a terrible thing.but the mild forms are a

[QUAD-L] Don't usually post jokes, but I needed a laugh today

2008-03-29 Thread Joan Anglin
Speeding - Good, Better and Best: GOOD: Madison, WI policeman had a perfect spot to watch for speeders, but wasn't getting many. Then he discovered the problem- a 12- year-old boy was standing up the road with a hand painted sign, which read RADAR TRAP AHEAD. The officer also found