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I have searched the forum a bit and read a couple of threads.
pALS sits in (permobil) wheelchair all day. Sits in recliner at night - not reclined back but feet up.
He does not sit straight as right side is weaker. Often holds up head by putting left elbow on armrest.
He needs to sit and have his chin tucked in bc of swallowing/saliva issues. i.e really reclining does not work.
There is no fat or hardly any muscle left on his back or any other part of his body.
Now back pain has started. Does anyone have an idea how to help? are there special gel cushions you can recommend? I have put and moved little towels under his back from time to time to shift the pressure around. We do ROM exercises.
Even liquid children's advil in milk or yoghurt burns the throat so he chooses not to take it. Pills are impossible - even crushed ones bc of the little pieces.
Thanks for input.
pALS sits in (permobil) wheelchair all day. Sits in recliner at night - not reclined back but feet up.
He does not sit straight as right side is weaker. Often holds up head by putting left elbow on armrest.
He needs to sit and have his chin tucked in bc of swallowing/saliva issues. i.e really reclining does not work.
There is no fat or hardly any muscle left on his back or any other part of his body.
Now back pain has started. Does anyone have an idea how to help? are there special gel cushions you can recommend? I have put and moved little towels under his back from time to time to shift the pressure around. We do ROM exercises.
Even liquid children's advil in milk or yoghurt burns the throat so he chooses not to take it. Pills are impossible - even crushed ones bc of the little pieces.
Thanks for input.