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A Representation of Our System
Posted by Kristin McNealus on January 14, 2015 at 2:05pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Take a minute to check out this story about a woman with paraplegia who was able to pursue the best therapy that is currently available:
http://www.newmobility.com/2014/03/high-costs-walking
My first thought was how exciting Jessica's results have been! Isn't it great?!?
However, it also points out a few areas of weakness in our current healthcare system. As a physical therapist, I understand why these…
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Obama signs ABLE Act
Posted by Ema Bell on January 6, 2015 at 9:43am 0 Comments 1 Like
With his signature, the president has paved the way for people with disabilities to open tax-free savings accounts where they can amass more than $2,000 without losing government benefits.
President Barack Obama signed the Achieving a Better Life Experience, or ABLE, Act Friday before leaving Washington for the holidays.
The new law will allow people with disabilities to open special accounts where they can save up to $100,000 without risking eligibility for Social Security and other… Continue
President Barack Obama signed the Achieving a Better Life Experience, or ABLE, Act Friday before leaving Washington for the holidays.
The new law will allow people with disabilities to open special accounts where they can save up to $100,000 without risking eligibility for Social Security and other… Continue
new to this
Posted by Jeanne Davis on December 26, 2014 at 8:28pm 4 Comments 1 Like
well hi, I've never done a blog before or join the community but when I saw this online I knew it was for me. I am AC 345 quadriplegic. I was injured in 2010. I've never joined a support group although there was 1 available. I found it difficult to make friends even though I was very outgoing before my accident so I'm looking forward to what evercontacts I make here pushrim. Like I said I've never…
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Posted by Ray on December 23, 2014 at 5:58pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Two things: first, we now have …
Continue why do we need titles?
Posted by Albert Bartee III on December 22, 2014 at 12:52pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
"I" ask,why do we need titles? Does my name make me? Have I not earned the right too become what/whom ever I may please, self opinionated ? Does every subject, item, person, place ,aspect in general, fit the title it's been birthed? Do I change my title after every occasion ? When I have so much talent, a title would be like this thought; ongoing. What you title life is your artistic view. It's not…
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Posted by Maribelle Eliora Koller on December 21, 2014 at 3:30pm 2 Comments 3 Likes
I am selling 2004 Toyota Siena. 
FOR SALE TOYOTA SIENNA WITH WHEELCHAIR RAMP.
2004 Toyota Sienna Van FOR SALE. Clean Title …
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Pushrims for Quads?
Started by DEAN RAGONE in Equipment. Last reply by Janette Knudson Jan 21. 25 Replies 0 Likes
I am a c5-6 incomplete quad, I currently have my rims dipped in a rubber substance that over the years has changed and as a result I am having a harder time getting a good grip. Any quads out there use plastic coating, or something else for grip?…Continue
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Disabled Christmas Song
Started by Jeff Charlebois in Life Dec 15, 2014. 0 Replies 1 Like
A Disabled Christmas Song On the first day of Christmas my doctor gave to me: a bunch of stuff for my disability. On the second day of Christmas my doctor gave to me… two grab bars and a bunch of stuff for my disability. On the third day of…Continue
Advice on places in San Diego
Started by Dexter in Care Dec 7, 2014. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I want to move to San Diego the end of this month or next month. I prefer to rent room in Mission Valley or Clairemont area. Do anybody know anybody who's willing to rent room in one of these areas? I tried craigslists and I'm not having any luck
Hardware removal
Started by Annalee Kovaltchouk in Care. Last reply by BEN DARBY Nov 22, 2014. 3 Replies 0 Likes
I broke my back at the T-9 level in October, 2010. I am a complete para. I have had no pain relief since then. It only continues to get worse. It is slightly below the level of injury around T-10 and it wraps around my body like a vise. And it…Continue
Sad or depressed ?
Started by arthur mack in Care Oct 30, 2014. 0 Replies 1 Like
To all my push rim brothers and sisters who may be sad or depressed. I have one solution for you stand up and live life!!! after injury you now have the chance to reinvent yourself and do whatever you like!!! Don't waste time become active with your…Continue
Wheelchair Lacrosse
Started by Bill Lundstrom in Recreation, Sports and Hobbies. Last reply by Dr. Boris E. Del Cid, D.C. Oct 1, 2014. 2 Replies 3 Likes
I would like to introduce you guys to a new adaptive sport that we've been playing for 5 years. Wheelchair Lacrosse is the latest full contact sport for paraplegics. If basketball is not your sport, wheelchair lacrosse might be right up your…Continue
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