Re: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore

2008-06-12 Thread DAANOO
I don't see how it ever could, if it was on your rear. I have seen those cushions online that are like the beds that change positions, but I think quite expensive. I doubt if insurance or Medicare would cover without a certain size wound. I just wish there was something that would give me a w

Re: [QUAD-L] PAIN IN THE ASS

2008-06-12 Thread wheelchair
Hiya Kathy, Welcome Back! W In a message dated 6/12/2008 8:28:35 P.M. Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi All, I am just getting over a bed sore and then a reoccurring rash with a potential to break down in that general area. It lasted over a year with home health visit

[QUAD-L] PAIN IN THE ASS

2008-06-12 Thread LadyOnWheels725
Hi All, I am just getting over a bed sore and then a reoccurring rash with a potential to break down in that general area. It lasted over a year with home health visiting 3x a week and 4 in-patient hospital stays for different reasons. I have pain there whenever I ride in the car , We have

Re: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore

2008-06-12 Thread Eric W Rudd
ok i've a vanbut my kneel feature's broke...but...BUT ...AH HELL ASS...website? Eric W Rudd [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Thursday, June 12, 2008 7:46 PM Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore Well if your buddy

Re: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore

2008-06-12 Thread wheelchair
Well if your buddy has a van.. Cars must park off ground outside the camp of 2000 tricked out vans. Those driving or riding in vans get to park much more closer to the action. Did I mention the wet t-shirt contest on Friday Night after 8pm? lol Best Wishes In a message dated 6/12/2008 6:

Re: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore

2008-06-12 Thread Dan
Oh! Roundabout here, we call them unnecessaries. Dan At 07:27 PM 6/12/2008 -0400, [EMAIL PROTECTED] said something that elicited my response: >In a message dated 6/12/2008 7:20:32 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL >PROTECTED] writes: >What's 'Underwear'?!? > >Dan > >how's panties? ever sh

Re: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore

2008-06-12 Thread Eric W Rudd
is this an offer? me & my buddy like a cold beer & fast cars Eric W Rudd [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Thursday, June 12, 2008 6:28 PM Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore We won't be at the Br

Re: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore

2008-06-12 Thread wheelchair
We won't be at the Brickyard this year. But the US Van Nats will be hosted in Effingham, IL for 4 days. You can't get in the grounds without a van. If you need more info... Best Wishes In a message dated 6/12/2008 6:10:45 P.M. Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: ok i un

Re: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore

2008-06-12 Thread DiannaL767
In a message dated 6/12/2008 7:20:32 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: What's 'Underwear'?!? Dan how's panties? ever shop at victoria secrets? whatta you call 'em? :-) **Vote for your city's best dining and nightlife. City's Best 2008. (http://citys

Re: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore - Pressure Mapping

2008-06-12 Thread wheelchair
I fully agree with you Steve. and Eric. But its also a starting place. After the fact, its more difficult. Best Wishes In a message dated 6/12/2008 6:15:16 P.M. Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Regarding pressure mapping, whether it is practical or not, I question

Re: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore

2008-06-12 Thread DiannaL767
In a message dated 6/12/2008 6:49:35 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: ischial tuberosity I think for now on when someone asks me, "How can you feel pain if you can't feel"? I'm going to tell them I have that! Dianna **Vote for your city's best dining and n

Re: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore

2008-06-12 Thread Dan
What's 'Underwear'?!? Dan At 07:11 PM 6/12/2008 -0400, [EMAIL PROTECTED] said something that elicited my response: >In a message dated 6/12/2008 6:34:16 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL >PROTECTED] writes: >I got a sore on my butt. Not as deep as the one I had a few months ago, but >wide

RE: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore - Pressure Mapping

2008-06-12 Thread Steve Oldaker
Regarding pressure mapping, whether it is practical or not, I question how reliable the results are at any rate. A given pressure mapping session can only yield results for the specific set of circumstances at the time of the mapping. It seems there are a number of variables that could affect an

Re: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore

2008-06-12 Thread DiannaL767
In a message dated 6/12/2008 6:34:16 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I got a sore on my butt. Not as deep as the one I had a few months ago, but wider. It’s maybe 1 ½ by ¾ but it looks a lot more like a scrape. It’s not real deep, but bleeds when I take the dressing off

Re: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore

2008-06-12 Thread Eric W Rudd
ok i understandbut, no, BUT NOT BUTT, ..i guess u really don't understand...hope 2 c u @ the brickyard Eric W Rudd [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Thursday, June 12, 2008 5:53 PM Subject: Re: [QUAD-L]

Re: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore

2008-06-12 Thread MikeyBird3
The arrows point to the ischial tuberosities. You have one on each side of the pelvis. In a message dated 6/12/2008 6:49:35 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: "ischial tuberosity" Bill C6 Incomplete since 7/20/68 Age 57 Leesburg, FL Don't get your knickers in a knot

RE: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore

2008-06-12 Thread Steve Oldaker
Greg, That's where I get skin trouble when it occurs. Staying out of my chair until it heals completely is the only thing that works for me. I hear of others healing sores while spending time in their chairs, but it has never worked for me. Steve From: Greg [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Se

Re: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore

2008-06-12 Thread wheelchair
LoL Eric, Its the first test used to determine and pinpoint those areas prone to breakdown. Hope you see you at the Nats in July in Effingham, IL Best Wishes In a message dated 6/12/2008 5:49:24 P.M. Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: damn...ok this pisses me off so bad...w

Re: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore

2008-06-12 Thread MikeyBird3
I get them there occasionally. They're caused by internal pressure from the "ischial tuberosity" on the bottom of the pelvis. Google that term to see what it is. In a message dated 6/12/2008 6:34:16 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: the crease of my butt/thigh. Any

Re: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore

2008-06-12 Thread Eric W Rudd
damn...ok this pisses me off so bad...wheelchair hasn't given, i don't think, any bad advicebut how 'practical' is this? Eric W Rudd [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Thursday, June 12, 2008 5:37 PM Subject: Re:

Re: [QUAD-L] Bed Sore

2008-06-12 Thread wheelchair
Heat and pressure, from a pressure mapping test will clearly show you. If it is all possible, get one. Best Wishes In a message dated 6/12/2008 5:34:16 P.M. Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I got a sore on my butt. Not as deep as the one I had a few months ago, but wid

[QUAD-L] Bed Sore

2008-06-12 Thread Greg
I got a sore on my butt. Not as deep as the one I had a few months ago, but wider. It’s maybe 1 ½ by ¾ but it looks a lot more like a scrape. It’s not real deep, but bleeds when I take the dressing off. It’s not on the regular (butt) bed sore area, it’s in the crease of my butt/thigh. Anyone get