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  1. D

    2016 Permobil F3 Corpus

    condition: like new make / manufacturer: 2016 Permobil model name / number: F3 Corpus This Permobil F3 Corpus Power Wheelchair was purchased April 20, 2016 and is in Like New Condition..it has been used for only 6 Miles! This F3 Corpus Power Chair features a 17 inch wide x 17, 18 or 19 inch deep...
  2. danrising

    pain and burning skin in butt from sitting, lying in bed

    Unable to turn in bed, constant pain, cannot get comfortable. Spend the day and night changing sleeping and sitting places in order to get comfortable. I have a Quantum 6 Edge power chair with ROHO cushion. I let air in and let air out. Feels like I'm sitting on golf balls. After lying in...
  3. S

    Newbie with some confusion

    My journey began nearly 30 years ago, when I woke up one morning and couldn't walk. I previously had a bullseye tick bite, and assumed Lyme disease. Every test taken since has been negative. I had symptoms come and go for many years, with exhaustion, stiffness, and leg weakness being my main...
  4. sleepy

    Rant - pals only please

    I'm 6 months in. I've tried to be positive to friends and extended family. It's ok... I'm staying positive. Because what else can you say? And most of the time it's true. I've tried to keep a brave face for my kids. Mummies hands don't work very well... Yes, Mummy is very slow. Why did you fall...
  5. S

    Brand New Free Equipment

    Ironically, the VA delivered the power chair and the assisted speech device from TalkToMe Techologies yesterday and Tom passed away yesterday evening. So...I have a Permobil M300 Power Chair and an assisted speech device that have never been used. The assisted speech device can be used with your...
  6. Buckhorn

    Seeking opinions on lightweight, foldable power chairs?

    I was wondering if anyone out there has experience with a lightweight, foldable power chair? I have been looking on line for at least a week. There are many options, actually, but they vary in pricing and somewhat on cosmetics, power, and weight. My husband is still able to walk, but only...
  7. C

    Stopping Methylcobalamin??

    I am considering stopping my daily 25 mg Methylcobalamin injections. I have limb onset, diagnosed January 2016. I believe my symptoms began early spring 2015. I've gone from a "gait change" in very early spring 2015 to slight limp in June/July2015. Wasn't able to hold my weight when...
  8. K

    Gently Used ALS Equipment for Sale

    I would like to sell the following equipment which was gently used by my family member: Philips Respironics Cough Assist Device 70T with power cord, instruction manual, carrying case and two new (in package) CA 70 series circuits, adult Lg., 6 ft. Asking $550. Tobii Dynavox I-12 communicator...
  9. P

    suggestions, recommendations appreciated

    we are behind in getting equipment for als / paralysis. i spent the first two years of this, researching and trying experimental treatments. my wife and i went to Thailand for 7 weeks chasing stuff. drove out to Colorado, spent 7 weeks there, chasing stem cell. my body continued losing...
  10. azwxman

    What constitutes 'neglect'?

    At the risk of being told to grow a pair, i have to ask about abuse and neglect. My wife/cals has made it clear that she hates taking care of me. I try to ask politely when i need something and i always wait patiently while waiting for her to get to my requesr...or i at least ACT patient. I...
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