Re: [QUAD-L] Groin rash

See a doctor, There are creams that you need a prescription for. It is treatable. I have had it too. In a message dated 10/19/2016 2:54:58 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, lissw...@hotmail.com writes: Hello everyone, I hardly ever write here but I read the emails frequently. This ti

Re: [QUAD-L] Sore near my tailbone, got to stay off, need advice.

I too had a pressure sore and the wound Doc said to keep off it. I spent 6 months in bed and only got up once a week to go to the wound Doc. It finally did heal and I am back in my chair with a Roho cushion all the time. Be sure and eat plenty of protein. I did not want to stay in bed eith

[QUAD-L] seat cushions and pressure sores

Has anyone have problems with pressure sores and sliding forward in their chair? I recently got a Roho Hybrid Elite seat cushion. For years I have been using a regular Roho cushion with no problems . The new cushion keeps me sitting straighter. I didn't realize that I was slouching or leanin

Re: [QUAD-L] Cushion question

With pressure sores...you have to keep off it. Yes, stay in bed 24/7. I have been there, done that. It took 6 months to clear. I use a Roho and am pressure sore free now. Have someone check your bottom often. I used to have to go to the wound center every week until it cleared.For 6 months

Re: [QUAD-L] Protein

Bobbie, Glad to hear that you went to the wound center for your pressure sore That is something that you do not want to get worse. Call your Dr. or the staff at the wound center to find out what strength you should take for your Vitamin. C and Zinc and how often you should take them. Also if

Re: [QUAD-L] New wound

Bobbie, Where is your wound? Have you had a pressure sore in the same spot before? I had a pressure wound on my butt and was in bed for 6 months, before it healed. I don't want another. I sit on a Roho all the time and try to sleep on one side or the other. Do you have your skin checked ofte

Re: [QUAD-L] Fwd: The Comfort Company Adjuster Vicair Cushion vs. Roho Wheelc...

Larry, Have you tried this cushion? In a message dated 12/27/2015 8:05:09 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, lwillis82...@gmail.com writes: You guys know anything about this cushion? Vicair by comfort company. Larry Willis Retired and proud of it Begin forwarded message: From: _lwillis82

Re: [QUAD-L] Itchig Head

I took Nexium for a short time until I found out it was making me itchy. Everything When that I could feel itched...even my eyebrows. Maybe your problem is as simple as a new drug that is causing the problem. In a message dated 12/26/2015 12:16:51 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, ladyno...@a

[QUAD-L] something else

I fell out of my wheelchair on Sunday. No blood, No skin breaks. My husband came home about 1/2 an hour later and put me back in the chair. Monday I had swelling on my knee and a lot of black and blue so we went to the hospital and found out my leg is broken just below the knee and above a

[QUAD-L] quad list

Hi, I haven't received any postings from the quad list in the last few days. I hope I have not been dropped. Rose

[QUAD-L] ROHO

Hi all, Has anyone bought a roho seat cushion on line? Does Medicare cover the cost? My seat cushion has a leak and I need a new one asap. I am sitting on a solid foam cushion now and I am afraid of developing another pressure sore. The last sore meant 6 months in bed before it f

Re: [QUAD-L] Ditroplan

I have been on ditropan or the generic for more than 30 years...no problems. It still works.I have not had any signs of dementia or other problems. Rose In a message dated 11/4/2015 5:08:13 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, e...@teamjeved.com writes: My big worry now about Ditropan is recen

Re: [QUAD-L] Skin

Hi Zoo, I too had a pressure sore on my tailbone. It was stage 4, I use DIMETHICONE SKIN PROTECTANT.when my skin is dry and cracked. The visiting nurse first used it on me, I cannot find it locally but I can get it on line. It works well. Have you tried Butt Paste? The wound center used tha

Re: [QUAD-L] Bowel Blockage

Drinking more water helps a lot. It coats the intestines so the stool can move easier. Yes, I know it sounds like something for a UTI but it really helps with constipation. Rose In a message dated 6/22/2015 5:52:43 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, ddh...@sbcglobal.net writes: Once I got C

Re: [QUAD-L] Cruise

yes yes yes do it! In a message dated 6/4/2015 8:40:48 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, toby.aus...@yahoo.com writes: That's the spirit!! _Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPad_ (https://yho.com/footer0) At Jun 4, 2015, 7:15:14 PM, Larry Willis wrote: A huge thank you to all my peeps for yo

Re: [QUAD-L] Sore on rear end.

I too had a pressure sore in the same place. I had to go to the wound center every week they would check it and change the dressing. I had to keep off it by staying in bed most of the day...for 6 months. Also eat plenty of protein, meat, eggs, almonds (any nuts) and drink water. It was a

Re: [QUAD-L] Weather

I am in Rhode Island . It is very cold The temp this morning was 4 now it is up to 18. All week it is supposed to be below freezing. I hate the cold. Rose In a message dated 2/24/2015 2:55:23 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, diannal...@aol.com writes: me too. cleveland ohio. coldest feb on r

Re: [QUAD-L] Poop again...of course.

Talk to your doctor and see if you can get a generic drug. I have found the generic work just as well. It is funny now but when I was on Nexium for a very short while and it made me very itchy. It was very embarrassing, everything itched even my eyebrows. Rose In a message dated 1/30/20

Re: [QUAD-L] Adaptive clothing Websites

Another place for clothes is: _www.adaptationsbyadrian.com_ (http://www.adaptationsbyadrian.com) They have great jeans for sitting. Rose In a message dated 1/21/2015 3:28:35 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, donpric...@yahoo.com writes: Thanks. Great suggestion. One correction: I said Roll

Re: [QUAD-L] air pump

Thank you. I do like the LTV cushion for traveling. It is easier to have a more portable cushion and then use my regular Roho in my wheelchair.Rose In a message dated 1/14/2015 9:41:34 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, t...@roho.com writes: Hi Rose, We will send you a replacement pump, an

[QUAD-L] air pump

Hi all, I recently bought the Roho LTV seat cushion. The cushion is fine but the air pump does not work. I use my regular Roho cushion air pump and that works. Does anyone else have a problem with the LTV pump? I did not want to spend the money to send it back (the pump, not the cushion)

Re: [QUAD-L] transfer into the front seat of a vehicle

I transfer into the drivers seat into my Dodge Caravan. After I use the ramp to get into the van the seat slides back and then swivels and I can transfer into the seat, swivel back, slide the seat forward and drive with hand controls. My wheelchair stays in the van so I can use it. With

[QUAD-L] quad list

Hi, What happened ? I am no longer on the quad lis. Is it something with AOL? Rose

Re: [QUAD-L] Peristeen

Bob, How often do you use Peristeen? In a message dated 7/27/2014 10:04:11 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, rhvsh...@mac.com writes: Hi Meredith, Here is an article I wrote for New Mobility magazine about the Peristeen system. http://www.newmobility.com/2014/04/peristeen-for-bowel-manageme

Re: [QUAD-L] Shoulder

Quadius, When I go to bed at night I use a bean bag (heated in the microwave for 45 seconds) on my shoulder, I also use another on my back/ hip area. They both help me sleep better. I also use a shoulder one during the day when it is painful. A friend made the bean bags for me and they are

Re: [QUAD-L] feeling like a bourden

Nadean, People just don't know what they should say or do around you ( or us ). After many years I found out you just have to always say THANKS for every little thing that anyone does for you. I know it is hard but don't complainno one wants to be near a complainer but they do like to be

Re: [QUAD-L] Fwd: Roho

I have had a Roho for years. I am on my 4th now or maybe even more. This laest cushion has a weird cover, one of the cells keeps popping out of the front opening of the cover, Does anyone else have this problem? Can I just put a safety pin in it or sew it up or what? Rose In a message dat

Re: [QUAD-L] Jim Lubin on youtube

You are a great guy Jim. Keep up the good work, Rose In a message dated 4/22/2014 3:49:33 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, ddh...@sbcglobal.net writes: True- Jim is an inspiration, God has used him in amazing ways..I'm still computer illiterate compared to him, lol. He has accomplished a lot

Re: [QUAD-L] Big Prob...

A couple of Sennecot 2x per day helps and it is all natural too. Drink lots of water, eat strawberries and the fairly new CO2 suppositores help. Good Luck In a message dated 4/9/2014 6:57:30 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, wheelch...@aol.com writes: What did the doctor advise? Oatmeal is

Re: [QUAD-L] Promising SCI Research

OK, Where is the line to sign up? Count me in. Rose In a message dated 4/8/2014 2:27:13 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, donpric...@yahoo.com writes: (CNN) -- At her research lab at the University of Louisville, neuroscientist Susan Harkema turned her back to her study subject to check a re

[QUAD-L] trips

Hi, Has anyone been on a trip to Europe? We are going on a cruise. I have been on a cruise ship before and the staff and accommodations were wonderful. I had no problem getting around, the cabin was large and all doorways were plenty big enough for my chair. I am wondering about when we doc

Re: [QUAD-L] Sore

The VAC works for most sores but not on the butt from my experience...it made my sore worse. In a message dated 3/18/2014 8:24:24 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, wheelch...@aol.com writes: Hiya Gus. You can't acquire a wound vac machine. You must rent it with a doctor's order. Only those w

Re: [QUAD-L] exercise question

Hi Larry, My OT has me doing some exercises during the day for my shoulder...swing my arm pendulum style ( swinging slowly back and forth ) about 3 sets of 5 several times a day. also and this seems to help the most is while in bed raise your arm up past your ear without bending the elbow.

Re: [QUAD-L] Cushion

I have had good luck with a RO-HO for over 30 years. Rose In a message dated 2/11/2014 6:49:28 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, gus...@hotmail.com writes: Hi all, I'm a quad C5 for 8 years. I need a cushion because I've pression sore. Can you tell me what is the best cushion? Thanks. En

Re: [QUAD-L] Days in bed 2013

I had a wound vac for my butt sore. It made my sore worse. I ended up staying in bed for 6 months before it finally healed In a message dated 1/28/2014 6:16:13 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, g...@eskimo.com writes: I asked about the Wound Vac for my butt sore. My doc said he has not had alo

Re: [QUAD-L] Shin sore?

could be just dry skin. A little cream put on twice a day ( morning and at bedtime) may cure your shins as it did my feet. I use Eucerine (sp) or Hydrocerin.Rose In a message dated 1/27/2014 12:07:52 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, todd.daughe...@gmail.com writes: I am C-6 and do nothi

Re: [QUAD-L] Misc.

Same place I had my sore. The wound vac. made it worse. The only way to heal it is to keep off it completely. It took me 6 months but it did heal. I would go to the wound clinic once a week. It was so slow but it worked. I still keep off it when I can, but now that it is healed I am up mos

Re: [QUAD-L] Re: quad site

To loose weight just eat less. It is the amount you eat that causes weight gain. Omit the extra helping. Eat at the table with friends or family, you will enjoy the meal and not realize you are eating less. Rose In a message dated 1/18/2014 4:25:40 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, bobbiehump

Re: [QUAD-L] Wound centers

Mostly it is important to keep off the pressure sore COMPLETELY. Not just an hour here and there also eat lots of proteinnuts are a good snacking food for extra protein. Good Luck, it took 6 months but mine finally healed. Rose In a message dated 1/16/2014 10:31:50 P.M. Eastern Standa

Re: [QUAD-L] Check out these Wheelblades

Yes, It would be nice to wheel across the sandy beach. Rose In a message dated 1/4/2014 5:47:25 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, sbell...@cox.net writes: I need something that will help get through sand on beach. not a beach chair. any ideas? maybe these wheelblades would help? Best, Shirley

Re: [QUAD-L] Very, very cold tonight

Here in R.I. we did not get quite as much snow but we certainly have the cold temps. Right now the temperature. is 6. Rose In a message dated 1/3/2014 6:23:42 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, poaj...@sbcglobal.net writes: I was thinking of you guys in the northeast this morning looking at

[QUAD-L] (no subject)

Subject: BUDWEISER Commercials To: I'm sure you've seen these before, but they're so well worth watching again, particularly as a full package! BUDWEISER Commercials I had forgotten how wonderful these Budweiser commercials ar

Re: [QUAD-L] Posts?

I do not have a SP, I have a Foley. Wed. my primary Dr. sent me to the hospital. I came out of the hospital today. Not a great way to spend Thanksgiving. I had chills, fever, and was vomiting. After many tests it was found out that I had a UTI. It took that long to get the culture results f

[QUAD-L] Clothes, mittens etc made for the disabledl

Hi, I thought I would pass on this site for anyone that is looking for adaptive clothing. The site is : _www.adaptationsbyadrian.com_ (http://www.adaptationsbyadrian.com) . Their phone number is: (760 ) -744-3565 . You might want to say you got their name from me.. (not that it makes

Re: [QUAD-L] sore mouth

I have been taking first ditropan then oxybutin for more than 32 years. and never a sore mouth. Rose In a message dated 9/20/2013 11:13:01 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, ddh...@sbcglobal.net writes: I take the generic type-- called oxybutinin but never have a sore mouth from it. Dan H*

[QUAD-L] Harrington Rods

Has anyone had Harrington Rods in their backs and had them removed? My Dr. thinks I should have them removed because if pain. They have been in 33 years. Thanks, Rose In a message dated 7/9/2013 11:49:11 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, jume9...@comcast.net writes: HEY, we all have our add

Re: [QUAD-L] Weight and fasting

I have had very good luck with just eating smaller portions. If I get hungry during the day I just snack on a few almonds. Rose In a message dated 4/25/2013 9:32:34 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, quad...@gmail.com writes: Nan, I don't think I crafted my response very well. I'm not a believe

[QUAD-L] pressure sores

Hi, I have a pressure sore that my husband changes the dressing twice daily. The wound ceter says keep it dry and keep off it. Any other ideas? Rose