At Santa Clara they worked with us as much as possible to follow whatever
routine we had had before. I wasn't an everyday girl, smiling, so we
settled on every third day. After I got home every third day was a pain in
the you know what because I could never schedule anything very far ahead.
We th
I understand Dan. I don't like it, but I truly understand. I feel for
those who must "dump" on someone else's time/dime. You can't go when you
want to go, only when someone else makes the time and then explain you to
"poop" when they tell you. I just wanted you and others know.. that I
At Kessler they teach new spinal cord people to do a BP program EVERYDAY! I do
not agree with this at all. Bobbie
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On Oct 7, 2012, at 7:55 PM, Danny Hearn wrote:
> I don't know wheel, but they worked with many quads over the years and 2
> times a week has worked for a whol
Actually I heard that Obamacare will help, that is my understanding. I have
voluntered with Bera for Congress here in Cali and have heard the pros and
cons.
Meredith
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Hi All,
I use to work as a switchboard operator at a very large Hilton Hotel.
There were 12 lines coming in and 1 fax machine, this was back in 1986.
Whenever there was an emergency evacuation because of a bomb scare, I had to
stay behind because communication HAD to continue … this is pr
I don't know wheel, but they worked with many quads over the years and 2 times
a
week has worked for a whole lot of ussome require 3 or more--I guess It
depends on the person--But several spine specialists said it is fine and at
twice a week would not cause any serious problems. How doe
Dan, if one's metabolism truly slows down... it would/could also after
one's bladder. Just think if one's collection container was only emptied
twice a week. And urine is suppose to be sterile. Human solid waste is not
sterile when evacuated either. Fecal matter, when stuck in the bowel,
Todd, that is great for practice drills. In the past I've heard of a
couple of people who were left in a real emergency (every man, woman and
children for themselves). One case was at a district police station in
California, so I know with even the best laid plans, some can fall thru the
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 Oc
Well as far as the bowel program, how often do you do it? in rehab they were
trying everyday in the beginning and with no results many days then the
experienced spinal rehab doctors and nurses told us to cut down to twice a
week--we began doing that and it works greatWe have now done twi
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
gonna have down time - God bless
How do you find time for bowel program, shower,commuting and work?..I am
feeling overwhelmed and I am just the mom/caretaker
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Everyone thank you all so much for your thoughts...truely priceless!! It is a
HUGE accomplishment and we are very proud of him!!
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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 wheelchai
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"
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
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Regarding computer files: the number one tip, which I have found helpful is to
run my applications (Google chrome or Microsoft Outlook or WordPad) in a window
on the left side of my screen, and to run Dragon pad in a small window on the
right side of my screen. This allows me to easily make note
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. Wi
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