RE: [QUAD-L] More stuff

2015-10-08 Thread Kay at Amplified Agility
Hi Larry – So sorry to know this has been going on so long! The nurse in me is curious if anyone has explored the potential “cause” with you? There is a list here of a number of the secondary things - have you been through such a list and eliminated them? I would see a functional medici

RE: [QUAD-L] Phoenix SCI Doc

2015-10-08 Thread Gail Overton
No offense, but Dr. Linke was our physiatrist at Barrow and unfortunately, we were not impressed by his capabilities and “aloof” bedside manner. He never addressed the severe shoulder/neck pain that my husband had during his stay at Barrow and it has followed him throughout his therapy. He also

Re: [QUAD-L] More stuff

2015-10-08 Thread Danny Hearn
I understand how your feeling Larry, this quad-life can overwhelm some of us and our loved ones at times. I hope you get through this rough patch your dealing with at this time, try to take each day/night just one at a time...you will be in our prayers tonight as you and my other quad connected

[QUAD-L] More stuff

2015-10-08 Thread Larry Willis
For over four months now I have been dealing with what my dentist calls burning mouth syndrome. I had never heard of it until my tongue/lips began to feel like I had chugged scalding coffee. Any food even slightly spicy is just torture. Even cold water and toothpaste feel like hot pepper. The doc h

Re: [QUAD-L] Phoenix SCI Doc

2015-10-08 Thread Don Price
Greg and Gail, I'm in the process of gathering some recommended physiatrists for you. The AZSCIA usually recommends Dr Linke, who has an excellent reputation. I will also ask the people at our next support group. I don't have a physiatrist, so I'm not much help. I used to recommend Dr. Drinkwate

RE: [QUAD-L] Heat Lamp?

2015-10-08 Thread Joan Anglin
I use a radiant space heater from Harbor Freight. It has heat settings of 400 W and 800 watts, and cost $30.00. I have had this one for three years and it really helps with the visual feeling of warmth. Have a great day. -Original Message- From: Gmail [mailto:bobbiehumphre...@gmail.com]

Re: [QUAD-L] Phoenix SCI Doc

2015-10-08 Thread wheelchair
Have you considered making contact with the Natl Spinal Cord Injury Assoc, for a list of Medical Doctors that specialize in Rehab Medicine? Best Wishes In a message dated 10/7/2015 9:50:57 P.M. Central Daylight Time, g...@eskimo.com writes: Anyone know of a good SCI doctor in the Phoen

RE: [QUAD-L] Meds for tingling?

2015-10-08 Thread Danny Espinoza
Maybe you need yours increased? You take it with a meal right?-Danny Original Message Subject: [QUAD-L] Meds for tingling? From: "greg" Date: Wed, October 07, 2015 8:59 pm To: I use to take a med for the buning tingling in my arms, but I