Re: [QUAD-L] https://www.amazon.com/Orthopedic-Cushion-Haemorrhoids-Suitable-Wheelchair/dp/B07WWN6933/ref=sr_1_7?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.1GIYkUexyNJ_5G8FHaBiHpiOKc70Us6r4iV3NYFnV8iOoImDWy0uufcBcD28PWIFy8s7Vp

2024-04-25 Thread Don Price
Apr 21, 2024, at 1:35 PM, Noel wrote:When Ride Designs does the pressure mapping, do they come to your home, or do you have to go to their location?On Mon, Apr 15, 2024 at 3:21 PM Don Price <donpric...@yahoo.com> wrote: Your basic Ride cushion is about the same, or less, than a

Re: [QUAD-L] https://www.amazon.com/Orthopedic-Cushion-Haemorrhoids-Suitable-Wheelchair/dp/B07WWN6933/ref=sr_1_7?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.1GIYkUexyNJ_5G8FHaBiHpiOKc70Us6r4iV3NYFnV8iOoImDWy0uufcBcD28PWIFy8s7Vp

2024-04-15 Thread Don Price
Your basic Ride cushion is about the same, or less, than a basic Roho.The custom fit Ride cushions are more expensive as there's a fitting involved, then the custom fabrication. But definitely worth the cost if they prevent you from getting a pressure injury. >From the Ride Website:  Ride Desig

Re: [QUAD-L] Question about lockdown systems.

2024-02-27 Thread Don Price
Hi everyone! Invacare is in business again and has released a rear-wheel drive Storm model. I have one and so far it has worked well for me (I've been using it about a year now.)It's probably very different from the old Storm model, but if you're an Invacare fan it's worth looking into. Mine ha

Re: [QUAD-L] indwelling urinary catheter problems

2023-11-06 Thread Don Price
Subject: RE: [QUAD-L] indwelling urinary catheter problems   I just use sterile water. Work fine for me. Nicki   From: Danny Hearn [mailto:ddh...@sbcglobal.net] Sent: Saturday, November 4, 2023 2:07 PM To: Eric Olson; SHIRLEY BELL; Don Price; Jeffrey Gaede Cc: quad-list Subject: Re: [QUAD-L

Re: [QUAD-L] indwelling urinary catheter problems

2023-11-06 Thread Don Price
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Re: [QUAD-L] indwelling urinary catheter problems

2023-11-03 Thread Don Price
Shirley, I hope you get everything figured out and working properly again. UTIs and incontinence are such a life-suck. They're just about the hardest part of life with SCI. I'm 41 years post-injury (C5-6, complete) and i've had my share of UTIs. I've developed a resistant bladder bug that is pr

Re: [QUAD-L] Support groups

2023-04-26 Thread Don Price
group. On Thu, Apr 20, 2023 at 12:16 PM Don Price wrote: I agree, Danny. I’m very thankful for Jim and this group. And I also agree that there are many other options for people to connect these days. I hope you all are doing well and connecting with other people. Ed, that New Mobility article i

Re: [QUAD-L] Support groups

2023-04-20 Thread Don Price
newmobility.com From: Don Price Sent: Tuesday, March 28, 2023 3:57 PM To: quad-list@eskimo.com Subject: [QUAD-L] Support groups   Hello all, It's been very quiet in t

[QUAD-L] Support groups

2023-03-28 Thread Don Price
Hello all, It's been very quiet in this group. I hope everyone is doing well. I think that now that the pandemic has passed things are getting back to normal, mostly.  The one silver-lining i found was that it forced us to embrace technology to maintain our social connections. I had never even h

[QUAD-L] Fwd: NASCAR Fantasy Live

2023-02-16 Thread Don Price
Hey everyone, several guys from the quad-list joined my NASCAR fantasy league in the past. I am putting it out there if anyone is interested in playing this year. First race is this weekend so sign up if you want to join him the fantasy league. Link is below.Don.Begin forwarded message:From: no-re.

Re: [QUAD-L] Greg Wickenburg

2023-02-07 Thread Don Price
create this beautiful double-exposure effect. Very creative. Rest easy, Greg. You are missed. Don Price Tempe, AZ > On Feb 6, 2023, at 12:47 PM, Jim Lubin wrote: > >  > this posted on facebook > > To all the friends, family and supporters of Greg Wickenburg, > Our hearts

Re: [QUAD-L] sharing game changing products

2022-10-15 Thread Don Price
This list is AWESOME. Thank you for sharing that, Ed! I use most of those products you described but some were new to me as well. I’ll put together a list as well. Thanks, Don. > On Oct 13, 2022, at 3:10 PM, Edward Tessier wrote: > >  > In a recent post I mentioned some of the products that

[QUAD-L] New Bowel Management System - Peristeen Plus

2022-10-12 Thread Don Price
Hi everyone! I've been a c5 quad for 40 years now. Bowel programs are the most difficult thing for most of us. GrrRecently I was at a conference and talked to the Coloplast rep regarding their new(ish) bowel product, Peristeen Plus. It's an enema system (nothing new there), but the design

Re: [QUAD-L] Phoenix Disability Expo

2022-08-10 Thread Don Price
I'll be there, Greg.  Sept. 9-11, 2022. Westworld, Scottsdale, AZ. It's free entry, but last year i remember them charging for parking.  As others have said: it's a great opportunity to get out, see friends, learn about new equipment/resources/programs and have a hot dog. The wheelchair football

Re: [QUAD-L] 33 years

2022-05-24 Thread Don Price
Jim, I'm so glad you're in good health and loving life. You're a good man and you've made a difference. May you enjoy MANY more years! Don. On Tuesday, May 17, 2022, 05:20:06 PM MST, Jim Lubin wrote: Today marks 33 years since my transverse myelitis onset. I woke up with a pain in my s

Re: [QUAD-L] Nancy

2022-05-04 Thread Don Price
So sorry to hear this news. My condolences to all who knew her. Don. On Tuesday, May 3, 2022, 11:53:52 AM MST, Nichole Rohling wrote: I just saw where Nancy Gillen passed away Jan 20 She was always so helpful. She’ll be missed.   Nicki

Re: [QUAD-L] Finding a Quad Doctor.

2022-03-31 Thread Don Price
Yes, a good physiatrist is like finding a gold mine. That's awesome. Many smaller communities don't have a specialist like a physiatrist available. In that case, you may need to see a physiatrist remotely or travel to see one. I'm a c5 quad, 40 years post-injury, and I've never seen a physiatrist

RE: [QUAD-L] Quadlist Zoom Meeting, 3/15

2022-03-15 Thread Don Price
Still on…. Starting soon. From: Greg Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2022 4:09 PM To: Don Price; quad-list@eskimo.com Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Quadlist Zoom Meeting, 3/15 I hope the meeting is still on. Did I miss it, or is it an hour later than advertised? Greg On Mon, Mar 7, 2022 at 4:57 PM Don

Re: [QUAD-L] Constant sweating

2022-02-21 Thread Don Price
I’m so sorry. That sounds horribly miserable. Can you get anything from your doctor to alleviate the pain? What do they say about surgery to remove your gall bladder? Best wishes to you, Don. > On Feb 20, 2022, at 8:58 PM, Toby Ausbun wrote: > > My body has been sweating constantly for a yr

Re: [QUAD-L] Re: Quadlist Zoom Meetup, 2/15, 3pm AZ Time

2022-02-15 Thread Don Price
Cc: Don Price , Quad-list Post I was just checking the time. Is 3 pm AZ Time = 2 pm Pacific Time = 5 pm Eastern Time? On Tue, Feb 8, 2022 at 6:16 PM Edward Tessier wrote: Thanks Don!  Can't wait to finally see everybody  Ed TessierFrom: Don Price Sent: Tuesday, February 8, 2022 1:29

Re: [QUAD-L] Re: Testing my email

2022-01-31 Thread Don Price
Hello all! Don Price, C5-6, 40 years post-injury. Diving accident.Tempe, AZ. I don't post to this group very often but I try to read the emails. I hope you're all well. I have a Zoom account and would be happy to set up a Zoom meeting if you all want to meet online sometime. Best

[QUAD-L] Preliminary study: aspirin lowers covid risks

2021-10-14 Thread Don Price
Interesting article. Just passing the info along.Don. Aspirin lowers risk of COVID: New findings support preliminary Israeli trial The treatment reduced the risk of reaching mechanical ventilation by 44%. ICU admissions were lower by 43%, and an overall in-hospital mortality saw a 47% decrease. h

Re: [QUAD-L] ARE QUADS IN CONSIDERD HIGH RISK FOR BOOSTER SHOT

2021-09-21 Thread Don Price
The inability to cough puts us quads at greater risk of any respiratory virus, including covid. You'll want to consult your doctor, but I just rolled into the nearest Walgreen's that had Moderna (my vaccine) and told them I wanted a booster. I filled out a short questionnaire and then received

Re: [QUAD-L] wondering about people

2021-09-07 Thread Don Price
Hello all! I haven't been on the quadlist for a while, but i'm checking in today. I'm so sorry to hear about Lori. She was a nice woman who went through a lot. My condolences to her family and friends.  Somebody asked about quads and covid. I know three quads who caught it. All three got through

Re: [QUAD-L] What Kind Of Pants Do You Wear?

2019-09-06 Thread Don Price
I wear jeans most of the time. I don’t know why but I don’t feel as comfortable in lighter weight pants and sweat pants are never long enough for me. I don’t wear underwear because it can bunch up and cause construction or pressure points. Commando is the only way to go, in my opinion. Even in

Re: [QUAD-L] It's me Greg

2019-09-04 Thread Don Price
Greg: I’m so happy to see a message from you and to hear that you’re doing well. I was worried about you. We were all worried about you! Keep getting stronger and get in touch with me once you feel up to getting together. It has been too long since we hung out. Be well! Don. > >> On Fri, Aug

[QUAD-L] How is Greg?

2019-07-08 Thread Don Price
Does anyone have an update on Greg? Thanks,Don

Re: [QUAD-L] Breathing Tube

2018-08-14 Thread Don Price
Greg: Those plastic breathing gadgets aren't very accurate or scientific. They're meant as an incentive to get people to work on deep breathing (something we all should do.) Many years ago, when I was in rehab, my Respiratory Therapist made me use one of those. She knew I was bored with it so s

Re: [QUAD-L] Breathing

2018-07-16 Thread Don Price
Greg: I sometimes get a similar feeling when I'm hot or my blood pressure is low (usually due to dehydration.) I suggest you spend the $15 to $30 for one of those fingertip oximeters that measures your oxygen level and pulse rate. Use it daily at first to get a good baseline for you on normal d

Re: [QUAD-L] Need help with options to help catheter go in

2018-05-08 Thread Don Price
Ron (and all): I'm c5, 36 years post injury and got the suprapubic a little over a year and a half ago. For me it has been one of the best decisions I've made. If I could turn back time I would've done it years ago. For the preceding 34 years I wore a condom cath and legbag. My bladder always v

Re: [QUAD-L] Head Itch, Ache

2016-10-27 Thread Don Price
Greg, Yes, I've experienced something similar when I've worn a cap for extended periods of time. When it's cold I sometimes even start out with a knit cap in bed. I'm not making light of your situation, but have you ever considered shaving your head? I know that could be a drastic step for many

Re: [QUAD-L] Tri Pin

2016-09-26 Thread Don Price
Greg, I have a tri-pin steering knob that is sitting around collecting dust. It's yours if you want it.Unfortunately, it does not have the receiver part that would mount on the steering wheel.Let me know if you'd like it. Don. From: greg To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Saturday, Septemb

Re: [QUAD-L] Going out

2016-07-14 Thread Don Price
Bobbie, You should contact the restaurant and let them know of your experience. If it happened to you it will happen to others. Any good business would want to know about issues that could be fixed. At the VERY LEAST they should credit the $2 back to your account. A good manager would comp your

Re: [QUAD-L] 50 years

2016-07-08 Thread Don Price
Glenn, You are my hero!! 50 years? Wow! Keep on going, my friend, and God bless! Don.

[QUAD-L] Interesting Legal Decision

2016-06-27 Thread Don Price
On May 6, 2016, after three years of litigation, a TitleIII federal court case that held that a paid PCA could not be required to payan admission fee to a "public accommodation" when the PCA was workingwith a PWD.  The defendant, the FranklinInstitute, did not appeal so it is a final order.  

Re: [QUAD-L] Have sore on rear. Have Roho question

2016-05-24 Thread Don Price
Tell them a Roho costs $300.A hospital stay $30,000 or more. The $$$ angle usually works best. Don.

[QUAD-L] Black hole

2016-05-17 Thread Don Price
I have a backpack on my powerchair. It is like a black hole. When I'm out with friends they put stuff in my backpack. I always tell them the same thing: "you can put anything in my backpack, just remember to take it out because I won't remember." It doesn't help. When I go through a security line

Re: [QUAD-L] 27 years ago...

2016-05-17 Thread Don Price
We're all glad you survived, Jim. You've made a difference. Here's to many more! Don PTempe, AZ From: Jim Lubin To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Tuesday, May 17, 2016 6:33 PM Subject: [QUAD-L] 27 years ago... 27years ago today I woke up with a pain in my shoulder. Less than 2 hours la

Re: [QUAD-L] Uber

2016-04-19 Thread Don Price
I've considered this too, as I drive an accessible vehicle with room for another wheelchair user as passenger. However, I would assume you have to fasten your passenger into the vehicle with tie-downs or an EZ-Lock or be responsible for their safety, and as a quad I'm not able to fasten down ano

Re: [QUAD-L] Intimate Rider

2016-03-28 Thread Don Price
Todd, Your email made me laugh out loud. Thanks, I needed that to start my Monday! Dare I ask: did you ever have a chance to use it? If so, would you say it was beneficial to you and/or your partner? If you'd prefer to plead the fifth or answer me privately I'd understand. How much did you pay an

Re: [QUAD-L] Too much

2016-01-12 Thread Don Price
Dear Larry, Eric, Greg and everyone else that's going through difficult times right now: You are in my thoughts and prayers. I wish there were something more I could do. If I win the lottery, everyone on this list will be taken care of. Yes, I know the odds. God bless you all. I pray for healin

[QUAD-L] Warming up!

2015-12-14 Thread Don Price
Hey friends, I'm one of those quads who gets cold easily (redundant?), so I moved from Wisconsin to Arizona years ago. The problem is that now my body has acclimatized and anything under 75 feels cold to me. I know: complain, complain, complain! Lol. Anyhow, today is a truly cold day in Phoeni

Re: [QUAD-L] Not Again

2015-12-03 Thread Don Price
Greg, So sorry to read about all your health issues recently. I hope you're feeling healthy real soon! If there's ever anything I can help you with just let me know! Please don't hold it against me my Sun Devils beat your Huskies in football.  :) Don P From: greg To: quad-list@eskimo.com

[QUAD-L] Bentonite Clay

2015-12-03 Thread Don Price
Hello friends. A few years ago one of my good buddies, a C7 quad, was having very serious problems with diarrhea. He couldn't keep anything inside of him and was afraid to leave the house because of bowel accidents. He tried every pill or medication he could find, with no luck. He became so ill

Re: Fwd: [QUAD-L] Drive From Chair?

2015-10-26 Thread Don Price
I just saw a very cool Ford Explorer converted for wheelchair driving!To see it just Google MXV Ford Explorer. Don.

Re: [QUAD-L] Phoenix SCI Doc

2015-10-11 Thread Don Price
Recommending doctors is a little like recommending restaurants, or anything for that matter. The Thai restaurant I tell you about may seem way too spicy for you,while I find it to have the perfect level of heat. Similarly, for medical professionals (and plumbers and pet groomers, etc.), what one

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: Fwd: [QUAD-L] Getting Old, Panic

2015-09-29 Thread Don Price
I think a large factor in panic attacks is related to loss of control (e.g. inability to get up, turn, etc.) I've learned that if you can find ways of controlling as many things in your environment -- especially while in bed -- it greatly helps reduce panic/anxiety attacks. Examples: raising an

Re: Fwd: [QUAD-L] Who wrote and sang

2015-09-29 Thread Don Price
John Prine? Here's one for you: And if I ever lose my legs, I won't moan, and I won't beg, Yes if I ever lose my legs, Oh if I won't have to walk no more. From: Larry Willis To: "quad-list@eskimo.com" Sent: Tuesday, September 29, 2015 3:33 AM Subject: Fwd: [QUAD-L] Who wrote and sang

[QUAD-L] Autonomic Dysreflexia card

2015-09-22 Thread Don Price
I know we've discussed A.D. and the value of carrying a medical card with us that explains A.D. to medical personnel. You can request these free cards, plus several others, through The Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation:http://www.spinalcordinjury-paralysis.org/blogs/16/2584?msource=email&tr=

Re: [QUAD-L] Joyless stick

2015-09-01 Thread Don Price
"Joyless stick" made me LOL! If prayer hasn't worked I suggest the following:-Chinese herbs-magnets-more prayer-a new chair I hope you can return the joy to your stick.  :) Don. From: Bryce Willis To: "quad-list@eskimo.com" Sent: Monday, August 31, 2015 6:33 PM Subject: [QUAD-L] Joyles

Re: [QUAD-L] Quad dad dances after 17 years

2015-08-20 Thread Don Price
Wonderful!Awesome!Fantastic!Amazing!Bravo! Keep on dancing! Don PTempe, AZ From: Brittany Déjean To: "quad-list@eskimo.com" Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2015 4:44 AM Subject: [QUAD-L] Quad dad dances after 17 years Hi all-  My dad's been a quadriplegic since I was 12. 2 months ago, I

[QUAD-L] Hookers

2015-08-19 Thread Don Price
Sorry to disappoint you, but: I was looking at power wheelchairs the other day and the sales rep said "I see you're a hooker." I shot him a funny glance, but I knew exactly what he meant. I hook my right arm behind the push handle on my wheelchair for stability. Always have, always will. It's tr

[QUAD-L] Whill Powerchair

2015-08-18 Thread Don Price
I tried to send a link to the new Whill Powerchair (pronounced will -- get it, willpower chair?) but for some reason my email never went through on Quadlist. Anyhow, google 'Whill wheelchair' and let me know what you think. To me the design is beautiful -- maybe the best looking powerchair I've se

[QUAD-L] Whill Power

2015-08-11 Thread Don Price
I'm not sure how functional this new Whill powerchair is, but it sure looks nice.http://whill.us/ Have any of you test-driven this chair? I'm working on getting a presentation/demo at our CIL. Don P.Tempe, AZ

Re: Fwd: [QUAD-L] Old sci

2015-08-08 Thread Don Price
I'm writing this for any new quads on the list because I see things differently than most of those who have responded to this post. I will be 33 years post injury on August 15th--C5-6 complete quad due to diving accident. At this time I would love nothing more than to someday be the oldest livi

Re: [QUAD-L] A question

2015-08-08 Thread Don Price
The movie is called Love and Mercy. Don. From: "wheelch...@aol.com" To: bobbiehumphre...@gmail.com; quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Friday, August 7, 2015 7:31 PM Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] A question Bruce Johnson??Best Wishes In a message dated 8/7/2015 9:02:26 P.M. Central Daylight Time,

[QUAD-L] P200 Club

2015-07-17 Thread Don Price
In my estimation there has been no better powerchair ever made than Quickie's P200 rear wheel drive chair.  Almost every person who has ever owned a P200 just loves them even if Quickie stopped making them years ago. Some quads, including myself and my best friend Gene, will do whatever it take

Re: [QUAD-L] Brighter side of Quad life

2015-06-17 Thread Don Price
During college my buddies and I came up with 'Top Ten Reasons to Date a Quad' (I'm trying to recall them, but only remember a few. Keep in mind we were 20-something guys, so pardon me if they are offensive to some) -I'll never walk out on you.-I always get the best parking spots.-Just lay me down

Re: [QUAD-L] just got home

2015-06-10 Thread Don Price
Or the drunk mathematicians who decided not to drink and derive. Welcome home Quadius! I hope everything comes out ok,... literally. Don. From: "wheelch...@aol.com" To: tobyle.aus...@icloud.com; quad...@gmail.com Cc: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Tuesday, June 9, 2015 8:12 PM Subject: Re:

Re: [QUAD-L] CRANBERRY

2015-06-05 Thread Don Price
Cranberry capsules are much more effective than most cranberry juice, which has a high amount of added sugar. I've taken cranberry capsules, vitamin C and D-Mannose at different times over the years. They all help, but none of them are completely effective at preventing UTIs. If you're getting

Re: [QUAD-L] Question

2015-06-03 Thread Don Price
Go! Go! Go! Flying can be a tad stressful, but it's very doable. Cruises are VERY accessible and relaxing. Don't miss this opportunity or you'll regret it. That's my opinion. Don.Tempe, AZ From: Larry Willis To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Wednesday, June 3, 2015 1:16 PM Subject: [QUAD-L]

[QUAD-L] Vitamin D

2015-05-07 Thread Don Price
Vitamin D is often called "the most important vitamin." We get most of our vitamin D through vitamin-fortified milk and cereal, fatty fish and exposure to sunlight. Surprisingly, many people do not get enough vitamin D. People in northern states are more likely to have low levels of D due to les

Re: [QUAD-L] Weakness

2015-05-03 Thread Don Price
I get those days when my blood pressure is low--or, I should say, lower than normal.  The main culprit for low b.p. is dehydration. I hate drinking water and rarely drink enough. Sodas and beverages with caffeine and alcoholic beverages are diuretics (net loss of body hydration.) Other causes of

Re: [QUAD-L] Bad bugs

2015-04-17 Thread Don Price
I second what Quadius said. Unless the 'bugs' are giving you problems, why treat them? Antibiotics are our friends but they can also bring a bunch of new problems. Avoid them if you can. Don. From: Quadius To: Gmail Cc: Danny Hearn ; quad-list Sent: Friday, April 17, 2015 5:54 PM Su

[QUAD-L] The Cripper

2015-03-31 Thread Don Price
Do any of you have a "Cripper" reaching device made by QuadTools? A friend of mine has one and he let me borrow it. Oh my gosh, that thing is awesome!! It is very well constructed, not flimsy like so many other reachers, and it's very easy to use. All you need is wrist movement, and they even off

Re: [QUAD-L] Wreck & Roll!

2015-03-30 Thread Don Price
Wow! Those driving stories are crazy and scary. I'm so glad none of you got seriously hurt! I have a story to share too. This happened to a friend of mine very recently. My buddy drives a full-sized Ford Econoline 250, with an under vehicle lift and an EGB (electronic gas and brake) driving syste

Re: [QUAD-L] seat cushions

2015-03-27 Thread Don Price
I used a Jay 2 Gel Cushion for about 20 years and then switched to a Roho Quadtro. Both have their pluses and minuses, but overall the Roho has been much better for my skin. I highly recommend the Quadtro. Remember that there will be an adjustment period with any new cushion you get. We all know

Re: [QUAD-L] Interview request for a student project

2015-02-23 Thread Don Price
Like some of you, I've participated in numerous studies of all sorts throughout the years. I happen to enjoy most of them, and always feel some satisfaction knowing that I have helped someone and contributed, in my small way, to the body scientific. My favorite study was an exercise study conduc

Re: [QUAD-L] Adaptive clothing Websites

2015-01-21 Thread Don Price
Thanks. Great suggestion. One correction: I said Rolli was a Danish company but they're actually German. Don. From: Gail Holmes To: Don Price Cc: Quad-list Post Sent: Wednesday, January 21, 2015 1:16 PM Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Adaptive clothing Websites Another good resourc

[QUAD-L] Adaptive clothing Websites

2015-01-21 Thread Don Price
Hello All, I recently found an adaptive clothing website called Adaptations by Adrian. I haven't used their clothing and I'm not affiliated with them in any way; I just wanted to pass along the info to the group. www.adaptationsbyadrian.com I HAVE used the Rolli jeans, made by a Danish compa

[QUAD-L] New antibiotic discovered

2015-01-08 Thread Don Price
By Sarah Knapton, Science Editor 07 Jan 2015 The first new antibiotic to be discovered in nearly 30 years has been hailed as a ‘paradigm shift’ in the fight against the growing resistance to drugs. Teixobactin has been found to treat many common bacterial infections such as tuberculosis, sept

[QUAD-L] Another interesting breakthrough

2015-01-08 Thread Don Price
By Sarah Knapton, Science Editor GMT 08 Jan 2015 Paralysed patients have been given new hope of recovery after rats with severe spinal injuries walked again through a ‘groundbreaking’ new cyborg-style implant. In technology which could have come straight out of a science fiction novel or Holl

Re: [QUAD-L] Marijuana

2015-01-05 Thread Don Price
Greg, I haven't used it myself, but I know many others with SCI who have benefited greatly from medical marijuana. It is especially good for control of spasticity and certain types of pain. As you indicated, there are different strains and delivery systems for marijuana that can target your nee

[QUAD-L] Pneumovax

2015-01-02 Thread Don Price
Dear friends, This weekend I lost another friend of mine who was a quad. He was way too young to die and was actually in relatively good health the last time I saw him. He was taken down, rather quickly, by pneumonia. So, I'm pleading with all of you to ask your doctor if you are a good candid

Re: [QUAD-L] Trusts

2014-12-30 Thread Don Price
The ABLE Act is something to consider. Here's some info: By Justin King For many Americans living with disabilities, it has been a good week: now that the Senate passed the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act this week (following the House's passage in early December) it is now on it

Re: [QUAD-L] What to do about a paraplegic in need

2014-12-21 Thread Don Price
Ron, Do you mean c-4? Because anyone who is a t-4 can be fully independent with self care, unless he has other significant deficits you didn't mention (e.g. TBI.) If he is, in fact, a fully cognizant t-4 with a foley, colostomy and pressure sores he has demonstrated that he takes no personal resp

Re: Fwd: [QUAD-L] Cold Weather

2014-12-18 Thread Don Price
A year after my injury, in Wisconsin, I went off to college at the University of WI - Stevens Point, which is about dead center of the state. I knew nothing about my spinal cord injury except that I was cold all the time and missed a lot of classes because I didn't want to leave my hot chocolate

Re: Fwd: [QUAD-L] scalp itch

2014-12-04 Thread Don Price
I'm curious: do you think we're more susceptible to scalp itch because of our sci/quadriplegia for some reason? Or are we just having typical ailments that go along with "aging?" After all, Selsun Blue has been around a while--they must be making money. I can't think of many reasons our quadripl

Re: Fwd: [QUAD-L] Autonomic Dysreflexia and pain

2014-12-04 Thread Don Price
Sounds like you might have some food allergies. Remember that allergies CAN develop over time, so just because you've never been lactose intolerant doesn't mean that hasn't changed. The one you hear about now is gluten sensitivity, but there are many foods that could be causing you to have react

Re: [QUAD-L] VOTE TODAY

2014-11-04 Thread Don Price
I voted too. I consider it my license to bitch for the year.  :) Don. On Tuesday, November 4, 2014 2:30 PM, "wheelch...@aol.com" wrote: I did.  Early n Often. Best Wishes In a message dated 11/4/2014 12:06:44 P.M. Central Standard Time, bobbiehumphre...@gmail.com writes: Vote to

Re: [QUAD-L] quad movie Sea Inside Me

2014-11-03 Thread Don Price
The Bone Collector. On Monday, November 3, 2014 11:36 AM, Gmail wrote: What's the name of the movie with Denzel Washington has a quadriplegic, he's also an ex police officer?   Bobbie  Smile Everyday On Nov 3, 2014, at 12:58 PM, Jim Lubin wrote: IMDb: Movie's featuring Quadripl

Re: [QUAD-L] Medical detective

2014-10-06 Thread Don Price
House. :) Sorry, couldn't resist. Diagnostician, perhaps? Don. On Monday, October 6, 2014 3:11 PM, Gmail wrote: Does anybody know the name of the type of doctor that is a "medical detective"?  This information is not for me, it's for a friend.  Bobbie Smile Everyday

Re: [QUAD-L] Unbeatable pain

2014-10-06 Thread Don Price
Have any of you tried alternatives such as massage therapy, acupuncture or or hypnosis (to name a few) for pain?  Just curious how the results were. Don. On Monday, October 6, 2014 11:07 AM, Gmail wrote: I've been going to a pain management Doctor since 2010 for my nerve pain. I ha

Re: [QUAD-L] Why I Think This World Should End

2014-09-29 Thread Don Price
With all due respect, if you haven't looked at Hosni's blog, other than today, you really should before writing it off or just saying "hit the delete button." Go ahead... take a look at his blog if you think it's innocent! http://hkbraveheart.blogspot.com/2014_08_01_archive.html Most of his blog

Re: [QUAD-L] Why I Think This World Should End

2014-09-29 Thread Don Price
Wheelchair, Then why have any posting guidelines at all on this list?! After all, it is called the quadlist. As I said, I'm not one for censorship either, and to suggest that is an insult. We get upset when someone posts commercial ads here. Hosni's blog is basically his personal political ad

Re: [QUAD-L] Why I Think This World Should End

2014-09-29 Thread Don Price
Isn't there any way we can remove this Hosni guy from the list? He never (or rarely) contributes anything "quad related," but we always get his blog posts, most of which are political, some are offensive. I'm not into censorship, and I think it's great that he expresses his opinions in a blog.

Re: [QUAD-L] Why I Think This World Should End

2014-09-29 Thread Don Price
Isn't there any way we can remove this Hosni guy from the list? He never (or rarely) contributes anything "quad related," but we always get his blog posts, most of which are political, some are offensive. I'm not into censorship, and I think it's great that he expresses his opinions in a blog.

Re: [QUAD-L] RTA? Huh, what?

2014-09-12 Thread Don Price
Road Traffic Accidents. We call the MVAs in the U.S. Don. On Friday, September 12, 2014 2:48 PM, Gmail wrote: I was on the SEI website and they were saying about the leading cause of spinal cord injuries is RTA's. Does anybody know what RTA's stands for? Bobbie Smile Everyday

Re: [QUAD-L] Taking pills

2014-09-01 Thread Don Price
Not bragging, but I can take a handful of pills with a gulp of water [or whatever is handy.] The exception is vitamin C pills--they sometimes gag me. My sister is opposite of me. Totally unable to swallow pills. Has to grind them up and drink them. FWIW, a lot of people tilt their head back to

[QUAD-L] Ice Bucket Challenge

2014-08-24 Thread Don Price
I've been called out by one of my friends (he's also a quadriplegic) to do the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.Yes, he did it on video. Have any of you done this? Would you? Just curious, Don.

Re: [QUAD-L] Fwd: Flight comfort?

2014-08-15 Thread Don Price
I don't fly very often (usually two or three round trips per year), but I did just return on a flight from Milwaukee to Phoenix. I have a few tips that work for me. 1. If you can afford first class/business class, the seats are wider and much more comfortable. I can't afford it, but I have been

Re: [QUAD-L] Happy hurtday to me

2014-08-07 Thread Don Price
I'm glad you're ALL around. I really enjoy the stories, information and camaraderie of this forum. I like what Quadius said about accentuating the positive. Awesome! My anniversary is in August, but I honestly cannot remember the date. I don't celebrate it or mourn it, really. But, it will be 3

Re: [QUAD-L] Police Arrest Paraplegic Man For Considering Himself a Pedestria...

2014-07-05 Thread Don Price
believe it. He hasn’t yet filed a complaint with Roanoke County police, but he intends to. “I’ve got to get someone who’s good to write that letter for me,” he said. On Saturday, July 5, 2014 12:16 PM, Don Price wrote: Wheelchair, you're talking about a different incident.  Don.

Re: [QUAD-L] Police Arrest Paraplegic Man For Considering Himself a Pedestria...

2014-07-05 Thread Don Price
Wheelchair, you're talking about a different incident.  Don. On Saturday, July 5, 2014 12:05 PM, "wheelch...@aol.com" wrote: The beginning of the story mentioned an electric scooter.  In the later part of the same story, it mentioned wheelchair.  I'll wait until the entire story is relea

[QUAD-L] Exciting Roho News

2014-07-03 Thread Don Price
Well, you know you're a quad when you get excited about a wheelchair cushion. Haha! I heard from Tom, from Roho, and he hinted that they may have a new product coming out that would address the bottoming-out issue. He couldn't elaborate--I'm sure new products are kept pretty hush-hush until the

Re: [QUAD-L] 16 Years thank you for the quad list

2014-07-01 Thread Don Price
Dana, The President of Roho, Tom Borcherding, monitors this forum often. He's a great guy. Perhaps he can address that issue. I've wondered the same thing: why can't the Roho Cushion have some sort of mechanism that alerts the user when they are losing are or bottoming out? I'm sure it could be

Re: [QUAD-L] 16th. Chris Reeve

2014-06-30 Thread Don Price
Great stories! I would argue that there's no such thing as too optimistic. I think he was too unrealistic. That, in turn, never allowed him to adapt. On Monday, June 30, 2014 2:16 PM, "wheelch...@aol.com" wrote: That is Great Bobbie.  I too had several opportunities to meet and serve Mr

Re: [QUAD-L] 16 Years

2014-06-30 Thread Don Price
In August I'll reach the 32 year mark. I still celebrate [almost] every day I'm alive. So many things I still want to experience and accomplish! I appreciate this quad-list and all of you amazing people on here. Best wishes to all of you on a happy life! Don. On Saturday, June 28, 2014 8:06 P

Re: Fwd: [QUAD-L] 16th

2014-06-30 Thread Don Price
Interesting topic! Allow me to toss in my $.02. It seems to me that Christopher Reeve was in a no-win position: If he utilized his money and fame to try to make a difference in the "SCI world" he would be considered a pampered quad that could never really relate to the "common person's" experie

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