I have a injury to my neck which causes my brain to not reserve the right singals. So I fall a lot and get hurt even more. I been walking with a cane for a while now but it seems I may end up in a wheel chair soon. What are somethings I should get ready for??
2006-09-27 13:16:08 · 5 answers · asked by mzbratkid 2 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
One thing I've heard is that many people get a crick in their neck from suddenly having to look up at everyone. Ask your doctor about neck exercises to prep for that. You may also want to look into a good cushion for the chair. If you have a bony backside, get a cushion! Try the Dr Leonard catalog (online or paper sent to you) for other simple assistance items. Sorry I don't know their address, but you can easily get it by using Google.
2006-09-27 14:57:18 · answer #1 · answered by thejanith 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure your home is wheel-chair accessible. You'll want ramps to the outside doors. You can also have the counters and cabinets in your home height-adjusted to suit a wheelchair-bound person, and the tub changed to a large easy-entry shower. So sorry to hear about your injury! I hope things work out OK for you.
2006-09-27 20:28:04 · answer #2 · answered by Jess H 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are going to be in a wheelchair most of the time around your home, I suppose you should start by preparing your home.
2006-09-27 20:23:55 · answer #3 · answered by Skypilot49 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it might make it easier for you only because you cant walk to well anymore but it will be tough for somethings..
reaching - buy something that can grab things at high reach for u
doorways- at least make a ramp to your home
2006-09-29 14:40:34 · answer #4 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
keeping yourself busy
2006-09-27 20:17:24 · answer #5 · answered by fayem7 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋