Wayne,
The swelling question is a tough one. Most of us just have to find a way to try to keep it down to a level we can live with. Keeping your legs elevated helps some. Watching salt intake, taking diuretics and exersize are the most standard endeavors. One of the group members has a pretty cool contraption that helps him hang upside down for several minutes at a time which he says helps with his but that equipment is expensive and takes up a lot of room. Plus, I'm not sure how healthy it would be for you. You would need to talk with your doctor or physical therapist before trying it. As far a a quad being about to transfer, I've known a couple that could do it alone but not many. It depends on how much return you are going to get. It takes a lot of strength to move dead wieght from point A to point B. But don't give up. Keep trying. The best thing is to get in the best shape you can be in. In the long run, as much as you can do, keep doing it. If you don't use it, you will loose it. Every little bit helps.
Where do you live Wayne? I don't remember reading any of your postings. How long have you had TM?
Larry in Oklahoma where I think I've had too much coffee this mornig!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Larry Throne, MSW
From: "Wayne Rabalais" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <tmic-list@eskimo.com>
Subject: [TMIC]
Date: Wed, 21 Mar 2007 18:00:09 -0600
I know there was a question about swelling but I never saw an answer. Do any of you have swelling of the feet? What has been done for you? I also wanted to get feedback on something. I'm about to go to PT and OT. I haven't had therapy for about 11/2 years. I hope to get some strength in my hands and arms. What are the chances of me being able to transfer if I am a quad?
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