driving

Just another question, at what stage of ALS did you decide it was time to stop driving. I just went from a stick shift to an automatic because of left foot problems with shifting. Thanks.

I’ve progressed to a point where I am in a chair all of the time & it’s getting a bit tough not having a properly equipped van. I’m curious about the opinions of those who have purchased vans. The way I see it I have 3 options. 1- Just get a new van with all of the bells & whistles. Can’t...

I've noticed there have been a few threads/posts asking about renovations, as well as quite a few new members who are new to this as well. I thought it might be helpful to see the spaces as they relate to each other (particularly PWC & doorways!); I know I tend to be a "visual" person, and as...

My 17th birthday's Wednesday and let's just say it has to be the worst to come. Two months ago, my mom was diagnosed with ALS. I sit here and think about the times I used to think life was hard, how stupid I was....This has completely changed my life and although I grew up as a "tough girl," I...

HI taking the advice of my friends here--I emailed the doc from the ALS Clinic in Tampa and told her what has been going on. I emailed her a few weeks ago and heard nothing back, so figured she didn't see any reason for me to go up there. Two days ago, I emailed her again--turns out, she...

Hi there, I am leaving the country in about 3 months and I humbly ask for some opinions on my symptoms. About 3 months ago my right arm started to feel weak when I was driving, and within the next few days it had spread to the right side of my face and leg . This lasted for about a month until...

I know this same topic has probably been posted a million times but here goes with my story anyway. Im a 29 year old male, average build and in good health until recently. In December of last year i noticed a severe itch on my third toe on the left foot, for which I could never relieve even by...

My husband was diagnoise with ALS last November. He went from a slight drop foot in July to now wearing a brace and losing his strength in his right thumb and now moving to his left hand. Is his disease moving fast or is this considered a slow pace. I know that it effects everyone different...