[QUAD-L] Adaptive Awesomeness!!!

http://www.quadomated.com/adaptive-awesomeness/

RE: [QUAD-L] Muscle relaxer Baclofen/spasms question

This site has a description of the surgery.http://www.medtronic.com.au/your-health/multiple-sclerosis/getting-a-device/surgery/index.htm The tubing takes the drug straight from the pump to your spine. That is why you use so much less. KK Date: Tue, 10 Jun 2014 15:50:31 -0500 Subject: Re:

[QUAD-L] Powerchair Dairies page

http://powerchairdiaries.com/2014/05/23/working-class-hero/ OK watch the video. I used to have a speech machine just like his. As far as using weights - nothing for left arm 5 lb in right. WOO-HOO! KK

RE: [QUAD-L] TV commercial with Quad

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7A2oSEw_Gk This is the ad KK From: bobbiehumphre...@gmail.com Date: Thu, 8 May 2014 16:56:25 -0400 To: quad-list@eskimo.com Subject: [QUAD-L] TV commercial with Quad Has anybody seen the Petco commercial with a male quad in a manual wheelchair being

[QUAD-L] April 15 - total eclipse of the moon

http://www.astronomy.com/observing/sky-events/2014/02/watch-a-total-lunar-eclipse-april-15

[QUAD-L] A flashlight for many purposes

http://www.usatechguide.org/blog/clamp-lantern-flashlight-wheelchair-accessory/ Rather expensive for what I had in mind to use it for. Head lights for wheelchair! Be sure to watch the video.

[QUAD-L] What is MS was NORMAL?

Mar 26, 2014 09:34PMJUST PASSING IT ON *HAVE YOU ALL CONSIDERED THIS!?!?!?!?!?!...just saying!!That, maybe, what we are now experiencing with our MS symptoms is what we humanoids were suppose to be like all along!?!?!?!?!!I mean, think about itWasn't it a

RE: [QUAD-L] What is MS was NORMAL?

The guy who wrote this is just now getting into wheelchair full time. He still thinks he can keep up with his bladder issues. Losing ground rather quickly. Give me your friends email address maybe we can chat a bit. Plenty of groups chats out there for us MSer's. KK Date: Thu, 27 Mar

[QUAD-L] FW: Limited Time - Belly Bag Urinary Drainage Bag - Only $15.99

passing it on! KK From: ecata...@allegromedical.com To: kkba...@outlook.com Date: Mon, 24 Mar 2014 13:03:32 -0400 Subject: Limited Time - Belly Bag Urinary Drainage Bag - Only $15.99 Limited Time Only - Belly Bag Urinary Drainage Bag - Only $15.99. Limited Time

[QUAD-L] Windows 8 - do you have it?

Son bought (with my income tax money) a laptop with a stand to attach to my wheelchair. He is setting it up for me but it has Windows 8. People have been complaining about it being hard. I'll be using either a mouse or the stylus I made out of a piece a plastic plumbing T. The stand is to

[QUAD-L] Don't know if I shared this before

It's about ECU http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assistive-Technology/Environmental-Control-Units-ECU

RE: [QUAD-L] Don't know if I shared this before

in selling if anybody is looking for an ECU. It can control phone,tv,stero, lights, bed, appliances Derrick W On 3/21/2014 12:37 PM, KK Batte wrote: It's about ECU http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assistive-Technology

[QUAD-L] Street legal 3 wheeler

I want one!!! http://www.dcimotors.com/

[QUAD-L] Paralympics telecast schedule

http://www.nbcolympics.com/content/sochi-2014-paralympics-telecast-schedule

[QUAD-L] It only took 7 days to get all the paperwork

for my new Medicare paid wheelchair done. Nursing home health agency called today because they don't order wheelchairs. One more thing down. Can any one suggest a back that will support my upper back? Every back I ever had stopped at the angel bones. Guess I need a full back this time . KK

[QUAD-L] Official website of the Para-Olympics

http://www.paralympic.org/sochi-2014

[QUAD-L] FW: A little walk down memory lane...

A little walk down memory lane... This should bring back a lot of memories.

RE: [QUAD-L] 12 of snow here in New Jersey GOT YOU BEAT

Just to give you guys a moment to dream, I am going to the park to watch the ducks. It is almost noon 62 degrees. KK - loving today's weather in Houston TX CC: quad-list@eskimo.com From: blan...@verizon.net Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] 12 of snow here in New Jersey GOT YOU BEAT Date: Sat, 15 Feb

[QUAD-L] FW: [MS-Quads] Texting Elderly

Subject: Texting Elderly Texting Elderly An elderly couple had just learned how to send text messages on their cell phones. The wife was a romantic type, and the

[QUAD-L] United Spinal Hosts Free Webinars

PR Newswire NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2014 .@UnitedSpinal Hosts Free Feb Webinars: Access to #Catheters Home Modifications for #Wheelchair Users #accessibility http://bit.ly/1bZJbsm NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- United Spinal Association's membership division, National

[QUAD-L] Remote Control Door Opener

I have a front door remote opener. But if the door is locked, the remote doesn't work. When you are alone, how do you unlock open the door? KK

[QUAD-L] Posting this for a friend about colostomy's

Date: Sun, 2 Feb 2014 20:40:37 -0500 Subject: would you please post this From: elizabeth2...@gmail.com To: kkba...@outlook.com You said you could post things for me since I am unable to do it. They are discussing colostomy on the QUAD-L email group. Would you please post this link to a past

RE: [QUAD-L] Re: quad site

Sorry guys but I got sick with flu type illness Christmas. Finish the antibiotics tomorrow still not better. GRRR!! KKB Date: Thu, 16 Jan 2014 11:24:16 -0800 From: scamper2...@att.net Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Re: quad site To: wheelch...@aol.com; gah17...@aol.com CC: quad-list@eskimo.com

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

Love the storm names. Keep y our socks on snuggle tight! KK From: bobbiehumphre...@gmail.com Date: Fri, 3 Jan 2014 16:47:08 -0500 To: quad-list@eskimo.com Subject: [QUAD-L] Very, very cold tonight Hi All, Here in Northern New Jersey we got 8 inches of snow overnight today's

[QUAD-L] Issues with ALT/air mattress pump

I have a Mason 2000ADJ which is cheap I know. This is my 3rd pump in 4 years. They seem to lose pump pressure over time. I have gotten a new pump each time - no charge - of course. But this newest one isn't keeping the level where it should be. What kind of Alternating air mattress do

RE: [QUAD-L] Somebody asked me if I want to die

If it is my time, I ain't going to fight it BUT... I am not going to do anything to make it happen today. Now if life got to be a chore just to breathe, then I may have to think twice. LOL!!! Make everyday count. KK From: bobbiehumphre...@gmail.com Date: Wed, 4 Dec 2013 16:22:48 -0500

RE: [QUAD-L] Posts?

But they are easier to keep clean. If I didn't have one, I'm not sure I could stand living. The idea of being in a wet diaper is appalling. KK CC: bobbiehumphre...@gmail.com; gah17...@aol.com; quad-list@eskimo.com From: gentr...@yahoo.com Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Posts? Date: Fri, 29 Nov 2013

RE: [QUAD-L] Need to test my skype account

Tell me about Skype. I haven't tried it. Have a camera but no microphone. Is it free it call someone else with Skype? KK From: da...@immortaldesigns.co To: ismaelcavaz...@gmail.com; quad-List@eskimo.com Subject: RE: [QUAD-L] Need to test my skype account Date: Sat, 5 Oct 2013 18:59:57 -0700

[QUAD-L] My next step?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NokH2IHCUd4feature=em-uploademail Yes Elizabeth this is another Chris, the quad video. But please watch it help me figure this out. He makes it look like it takes so little energy. Is this really life using a lift? Is it safe to use a lift when you are alone.

[QUAD-L] Non-UTI Problems Common with Urethral Catheters

http://www.renalandurologynews.com/non-uti-problems-common-with-urethral-catheters/article/311531/# May cause bladder stones if improperly inserted.

[QUAD-L] FW: Chobani, Inc. Voluntarily Recalls Greek Yogurt Because of Product Concerns

Subject: Chobani, Inc. Voluntarily Recalls Greek Yogurt Because of Product Concerns Date: Thu, 5 Sep 2013 11:13:27 -0500 To: kkba...@outlook.com From: f...@service.govdelivery.com Chobani, Inc. Voluntarily Recalls Greek Yogurt Because of Product Concerns You are subscribed to

[QUAD-L] Blair Underwood as wheelchair bound cop

http://www.contactmusic.com/story/blair-underwood-makes-mum-proud-as-wheelchair-bound-cop_389 His Mom has Multiple Sclerosis

[QUAD-L] Do-It-Yourself Designs for Daily Living

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424127887323415304578368591622892684.html#project=IVHackprintarticleTabs=interactive

[QUAD-L] Taxis for All

attachment: ShowLetter.jpg July 26, 2006 Re: ADA Anniversary Launch of Taxis For All – North America Dear Friend: United Spinal Association, one of the founding groups of the New York City Taxis For All Campaign coalition, is pleased to announce the launch of Taxis For All -North

Re: [QUAD-L] A Question For The Ladies

Since I am one of the few females I will at least put a word. Had uterine cancer in 1979 had all that stuff taken out. Don't even remember much about those things. LOL!

[QUAD-L] OT is coming

After 3 years of recovering I have finally accepted that this is as good as I am going to get. Got the referral for OT at home. I have eating under control bathing. I can stand for about 10 minutes, long enough to wash the dishes. My aid comes 29 hours a week. But I want to be able to

Re: [QUAD-L] Feeling Vs. Pain research

I have a C-3 partial a T-6/7 partial. No feeling from nipple line down except for right arm. No feeling except at muscle/joint connection. My biggest problem is with muscle spasms. KK

Re: [QUAD-L] I Wonder Why-starts in the ER

Hey at least with most SCI's you know what happened, the cause of not being able to move. MS has been around since the 1400's. They still don't know what causes it, how to fix it, how to prevent getting it. It would be great to be able to move again but I am not counting on it for me.

Re: [QUAD-L] Google Earth

Too many trees in my area. LOL KK

[QUAD-L] Bored, lonely mind needs to be occupied

Can I SCREAM? I live in a retired community. All that means is everyone, except me my neighbor who is 54 I am 58, are over 65. People are dropping all around me. No one wants to go any place or do anything. I may be in a wheelchair can't remember sh** but I am not dead. Don't

Re: [QUAD-L] RLS - Requip

What is the cost? Imagine it is expensive being so new. My aid was filing my toe nails today I almost kicked her in the face. Hate it when I have no control over the legs.

[QUAD-L] Minor success in my apartment

Was sitting outside drinking my coffee the maintenance man came up started talking. HUD will be here for inspection today. We started talking about my handicapped accessible kitchen. The counters are a regular width so nothing can be done on that count but the switches are at the back

[QUAD-L] Overcoming paralysis is a case of mind over matter

http://www.newscientisttech.com/article.ns? id=mg19125606.200feedId=health_rss20 Overcoming paralysis is a case of mind over matter 15 July 2006 Celeste Biever Magazine issue 2560 A MAN paralysed from the neck down by knife injuries sustained five years ago can now check his email, control

Re: [QUAD-L] I miss Jerry rockers

Did you hear that Sid Barrett died last weekend? He was the co- founder of Pink Floyd.

Re: [QUAD-L] More PT for me

I have to request a therapist who knows about CNS symptoms. If there is no one, they either must find someone or I go to another place. Like I kept telling my mother, it is your body, speak up tell them what you need. KK

Re: [QUAD-L] question

http://www.unitedspinal.org/publications/action/2006/07/01/accessible-taxis-everywhere-a-realistic-goal/Accessible Taxis Everywhere: A Realistic GoalWhat’s good news for people with disabilities who want to use taxis in New York City is good news for people with disabilities nationwide.By Terry

Re: [QUAD-L] What's out your back door down the street?

Here they have to meet strict building codes. It took 3 years to get them to keep the trees hide the garbage make the entire store parking wheelchair accessible. It is a super Walmart. Takes me 2 days to get groceries one day drugs such the next. It is such a happy store. Just

[QUAD-L] From United Spinal Magazine

Study participants wanted Forgiveness Copying after SCI [EMAIL PROTECTED] Parenting with a Disability [EMAIL PROTECTED] KK PS - Does anyone else get this magazine? It is free from the VA has some great subjects. Last month it was MS. This month it is about legislation. No I was

Re: [QUAD-L] FEELING?

I have no feeling from the chest down, don't even know where my body is unless I look at it. Used to be able to walk by looking where my feet were. awfully tiring on the poor damaged brain tho. Kept running into walls. I do have muscle spasms but only feel them at the point where muscle

Re: [QUAD-L] handle users

KK is my initials. I am female, 58, MS since 1960, wheelchair last 12 years.

Re: [QUAD-L] Quality of Life and SCI ~~ Huh?

This same question should be asked of everyone - injured or not. All we have is today. That's it. Make the best of the moment you have. Worrying just gives you wrinkles. Then you have to buy a cream make someone else rich. Don't worry in the first place keep your own pennies! KK

Re: [QUAD-L] Comebacks_Re: Quality of Life and SCI ~~ Huh?

The one I get most often is - How can you be so happy?

Re: [QUAD-L] What's out your back door down the street?

I live in The Woodlands TX. That pretty much describes it. Trees block all structures from the roads. No signs can be more than 5 ft tall. Trees, trees more trees! 2 blocks down the street is a shopping center. It is hidden in the trees also. Every structure must be wheelchair

Re: [QUAD-L] did you guys see this?

He has been on a Discovery channel show.  The man who slept for 19 years I think is the name of the episode.KKOn Jul 4, 2006, at 11:59 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://articles.news.aol.com/news/_a/injured-mans-brain-rewires-itself/20060703184509990001?ncid=NWS000101      Dave

[QUAD-L] IM

I have Yahoo Instant Message running all the time. So if anyone wants to chat look me up. [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[QUAD-L] Workshop solutions for the disabled

http://www.workshopsolutions.com/index.htm

[QUAD-L] Core strengthening exercises

My upper body strength is getting worse by the day. Just tried sitting on a ball my insides felt wobbley. Didn't fall but... Is there a site that you go to for these types of exercises? KK

[QUAD-L] Radio on the computer - OT

I have a dial up system so my speed is slow. I can only listen to stations with bands like 26. Love Beethoven.com but they do have commercials. BostonPete.com has a lot of types of music but for some unknown to me reason it will only play one song then the sound stops. It says it is

Re: [QUAD-L] Love, music, stories and love again

How old when you had kids?KKOn Jun 28, 2006, at 10:46 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: broken at 19 - married at 26. job at 31, retired at 58.  still crazy after all these years. Dave     In a message dated 6/27/2006 4:25:39 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, DAANOO writes: Hi Dave,how old were you

[QUAD-L] Gastro Appt

After getting lost, not once but twice, I finally found the docs new office. Was only 45 minutes late. Late enough to have to cancel my Uro appt for kidney pain relief. Rescheduled it for tomorrow. Have a colonscopy endscopy scheduled. But I know it is only a MS related swallowing

Re: [QUAD-L] Gastro Appt

The doc gave me Half Lytely. Thank goodness it is only a quart to drink. Always had these tests done first thing in the morning. She is doing it at 4:00 in the evening. Will be hard not to put anything in my mouth all day.

Re: [QUAD-L] Dr G. [Medical Examiner] and the circumstances surrounding a quadriplegic's death in Orlando, Florida

She apparently lost track of her dog was trying to retrieve it off the side walk her chair got stuck in the sand.  She yelled but with the air conditioners on, no one heard her.  She got out of the chair crawled to a shady spot under a tree.  She had breathed in sand smothered died.KKOn Jun

Re: [QUAD-L] Dr G. [Medical Examiner] and the circumstances surrounding a quadriplegic's death in Orlando, Florida

I can only relate in my MS situation. Fatigue plus overheating my body stops moving from C3 down. I can not tell when I am either hot or tired so it is bad news for me. This fatigue would cause me not to have the strength to continue to raise my head above the sand. Whenever I leave

Re: [QUAD-L] Audio books

There are extensions that can be placed on the tape player buttons so you can use your fists to turn it on off. I'll see if I can find a site with a picture. KK

Re: [QUAD-L] Using bigger fonts and Re Mistaken identity

Lori, you don't get the books on tape for the blind? Not being able to hold a book I have gotten them for years. Just finished Cybil Shepard's book this morning.

[QUAD-L] Stem cells without using embryonic cells

| Stem Cell Trigger Protein Isolated                                 ||   posted by art on Friday June 23, @06:30 (Research)               ||   http://www.bostoncure.org:8080/article.pl?sid=06/06/23/1131211   |++[0]art writes

Re: [QUAD-L] Dr G. [Medical Examiner] and the circumstances surrounding a quadriplegic's death in Orlando, Florida

I did watch it. I too had questions. But the woman's own doctor solved the case. That is the stuff nightmares are made of. KK

Re: [QUAD-L] South Texas

Moving that far south it is a different world than Houston area. I survive the heat with a cool vest. Looks like a hunting vest but has pockets inside where you place chemical ice packs. They last from 4 - 6 hours. There are days when I wear it inside the house with the air

[QUAD-L] All things Considered today

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=5498671All Things Considered, June 20, 2006 · Twelve years ago, Tennessee launched a bold experiment in health care that drew national attention. The state guaranteed health insurance to every poor resident.Now Tennessee is again drawing

Re: [QUAD-L] Toothpaste

OK no one has mentioned my way yet. I squirt it on the side of the sink wipe the brush in it. I also do hair mousse that way.

[QUAD-L] Paralyzed Pregnant on Discovery Health

She is a quad.  It is very informativeKKParalyzed and PregnantDHC Jun 12 07:00pm Special/Other, 60 Mins.A paralyzed woman's pregnancy.Original Airdate: June 12, 2006.Future Airings:Paralyzed and Pregnant, DHC Jun 12 10:00pmParalyzed and Pregnant, DHC Jun 17 02:00pm

Re: [QUAD-L] I'm kinda new here

When will the time be right for you?  For me it is when I can no longer take care of myself.  Today I realized that I was nearer than I thought to that point.  But I have too much to do yet in this world.KKOn Jun 10, 2006, at 5:42 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I think a bottle of valium and a

Re: [QUAD-L] BP changing/ looking up

it on the Waiver.  We're doing the paperwork now, but the program already looks good to me already.   With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 30 Years PostTexas, USA KK Batte [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: It takes 3-6 months in Texas. The 3 months if you have a wonderful doc who will pester them

Re: [QUAD-L] Tank Chair

How in the world do you get in/on that thing! We are having a hurricane evacuation meeting tomorrow. Maybe I should bring it up with Emergency Preparedness. KK All horses are run aways.

[QUAD-L] The Bone Collector coming on tonight

I like this story.KKThe Bone Collector (1999)USA Jun 06 08:00pm Add to My CalendarMovies, 155 Mins.**+ (Rated R)A quadriplegic detective and a patrol cop try to catch a killer re-creating grisly crimes. Based on the book by Jeffery Deaver.Cast: Denzel Washington, Angelina Jolie, Queen Latifah,

Re: [QUAD-L] Re: The Bone Collector coming on tonight

Just ordered all these tapes from Library for the blind handicapped. First 3 are by The Bone Collector author. The Cold Moon : A Lincoln Rhyme Novel (Lincoln Rhyme Novels by Jeffery Deaver The Twelfth Card (A Lincoln Rhyme Novel) -- by Jeffery Deaver The Lesson of Her Death -- by

[QUAD-L] From the New York Times - Glossing Over Mistreatment in the Magbie Case

Glossing Over Mistreatment in the Magbie CaseBy Colbert I. KingSaturday, April 8, 2006; A23Jonathan Magbie was a 27-year-old man who was paralyzed from the neck down as a result of a childhood accident. Although he had never been convicted of a criminal offense and although he required private

Re: [QUAD-L] Handicap Parking

If it is a parking lot, like a grocery store or Walmart, the police do not have the right to give tickets because it is considered private property.KKOn May 26, 2006, at 4:13 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 5/25/2006 9:15:12 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:

Re: [QUAD-L] Question for the group

In most of the stalls I have been in room has been taken from the other stalls. The hc stalls look large luxurious in comparison. I think waiting, in their face so they have to see you, makes a statement without saying a word.

Re: [QUAD-L] MegaBus invades Greyhound Territory

This is from their web site www.megabus.com They aren't in the south yet.  Would be a great way to travel into Houston for appointments thou.  The buses that leave here aren't wheelchair accessible.\KKDo your buses take wheelchairs?If you normally use a wheelchair and are able to climb the few

Re: [QUAD-L] 3miles

Hey Mark - Is there a YMCA in your area?  We have 2 in our tiny town.  They have a sliding scale payment plan a lift to get you in out.  The warm warm, heck any heat at all makes my body stop functioning.  That makes it impossible to go to any of the rehab pools.  The indoor pool at the Y is not

Re: [QUAD-L] 3miles

Yes income minus ALL medical expenses.  I only paid $19 a month.KKOn May 19, 2006, at 12:38 PM, Miss Liz wrote:how do they determine a sliding scale?do you show proof of income? From: KK BatteTo: RollinOn ; quad-List@eskimo.comSent: Friday, May 19, 2006 1:28 PMSubject: Re: [QUAD-L] 3milesHey Mark

Re: [QUAD-L] BP changing

It takes 3-6 months in Texas. The 3 months if you have a wonderful doc who will pester them to get it done quickly. Do you even have someone assigned to your case yet?

Re: [QUAD-L] Lyrica-- to Ron and others interested

Let me know if you get dry mouth. Again I stopped taking Neurontin for 5 days, only take 900mg, now I have things crawling on me biting me. Not really but that is what it feels like. Finally broke down took a Neurontin at lunch. Couldn't take the pain any more. KK

Re: [QUAD-L] Scorpion

Allergic to wasps bees. No perfume or scents for me ever. I even had a bee attack me while wearing a beautiful flowered blouse. Guess it wasn't a very bright bee! KK

[QUAD-L] Prisoner In Wheelchair Escapes

Thought you might get a laugh from this one!Prisoner In Wheelchair EscapesCall Crime Stoppers With InformationPOSTED: 4:12 pm CDT May 5, 2006HOUSTON -- A prisoner in a wheelchair escaped while he was being transferred Thursday night, officials told KPRC Local 2.It happened when METRO Lift

Re: [QUAD-L] Living alone and the future- slippery slope

My computer has been my way to connect to others.  Have friends from all over the world.  I chatted just yesterday with someone from Australia who was home playing hooky.KKOn May 5, 2006, at 7:56 PM, S. Dial wrote:John, What you said pretty much mirrors my experience regarding no friends and

[QUAD-L] Joystick alternative

I have a friend who is losing use of both arms hands. He is still working wants to continue but can't figure out what to do about the joystick issue. What are the alternatives to him using the joystick? KK

Re: [QUAD-L] ~ Any Moody Blues fans out there?

You would love it here. This is our theater. Free tickets on the grass for most concerts. http://pavilion.woodlandscenter.org/ This is who is coming. http://www.tickco.com/venue_schedules/woodlands_pavilion.htm Kid Rock, Nine Inch Nails, Melissa Etheridge, Rob Thomas...

Re: [QUAD-L] elevating chair

I just got my 3rd chair, 2nd power chair in 15 years. I have private insurance no Medicare. Insurance company was being a hard a** about the new chair. But I have gotten so much worse in the last 3 years, it was necessary. Letters written by neuro internists finally got approval but

Re: [QUAD-L] Daily meds/ American Wayyyyyy

And remember, they are allowed to advertise.  Another way to get someone to ASK for the drug.  I am thinking about asking for Requip for restless leg syndrome.  If I hadn't seen it on tv, I wouldn't know to ask for it.The bruises on my legs are horrible.  Wake myself up kicking myself.  OUCH!KKOn

Re: [QUAD-L] Re: Why Ditropan

How much Ditropan are you taking?  Just changed to it a few weeks ago.  It isn't helping.  Still have to wear diapers SP cath.KKOn Apr 27, 2006, at 9:57 AM, ~LittleQuad~ wrote:i do too - may also try sanctura... is similar but stronger results for me... took for 2 weeks until started messing with

Re: [QUAD-L] Shower Chairs

I have one of those chairs. Using it in the shower (I have to take a shower) water gets everywhere. I have cut slits in the curtain, sometimes it works, other times wet floor. KK

Re: [QUAD-L] Using Comp

I need a new mouse am thinking about going wireless. Anybody use one? How long do the batteries last? What about wireless keyboards? I am using a right hand Divorak keyboard set up because only the right arm works.

Re: [QUAD-L] Transfers Chairs

Where you foot pad is, I decided to get articulating legs that raise up down. Helps prevent swelling in legs.Now for transferring, it is easiest to remove the leg closest to whatever I am transferring into. My chair is a Quantum rehab chair. My legs are heavy only have one arm to

Re: [QUAD-L] Neurontin

What I did (for the month I tried it) was go down on Neurontin start the Lyrica at the same time. Went to Neurologist today. He is not changing something that works (Neurontin) for pain seizures to something new that has the same side effect (dry mouth).

[QUAD-L] Age

Am I the only MSer on the list? I am 57(58 on the 12th), female, single, mother of 3, grandmother of 4 a half. Lesion on brain stem, C-3 T-6/7

Re: [QUAD-L] Turning lights on/off in bed

I like to do needlework in bed so I need bright light. Yes I have a special frame to work it on it takes forever to finish but it gives me something to do besides just vegetate. Also have periods when I can't speak so I am hoping the remote controller will work. Should be getting it

Re: [QUAD-L] To all on list that have a Supra Pubic Catheter

I found that cleaning with alcohol the connectors from the bag to the catheter. That has stopped most infections. Except now I have a drug resistant pseudomonas viral infection. Been on a week of Cipro then another week of Levaquin. Fever is gone since Levaquin.

Re: [QUAD-L] Turning lights on/off in bed

I just ordered this from QVC.  Hoping the remote will work from the bed.3 Outlet Wireless Lighting System with RemoteQVC Price $25.23Shipping and Handling $4.47Save! Buy two or more and save on S H. Let this three-outlet wireless system with remote help you take charge of lighting. Well suited

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