RE: Elbow Scratch

Lindstrom, Ann (annlindstrom(AT)lucent.com)
Tue, 29 Sep 1998 08:31:34 -0700

Cyril - Welcome to the list. Boy - having a good and supportive family
makes a big difference, doesn't it. I don't use a cane, but I can have
trouble in crowds. Even worse is places where there are alot of
obstacles to get around. I'm a big lady, and my balance is terrible.
I'm taking a pottery class once a week, and live in fear that I will
fall over and wipe out other people's work. ARRGHH. Hang in there -
Ann

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> Subject: Re: Elbow Scratch
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> Cyril,
>
> Welcome to a group of great folks who can all
> relate in one way or another. You're doing very
> well. I'd say your attitude has carried you a long
> way. Keep it up!!
>
> It sounds like you are progressing at a good rate.
> The pool work out is a great one, just ask Gunny
> and now Errol. I understand how cautious you feel
> when you are out among people without your cane.
> I either had my cane, my hubby, or a grocery cart
> for a long time--I am still a little nervous to this day
> (April'96 was date of onset) when I'm in a crowd.
>
> The fact that you still do not have bladder control is
> understandable. My urologist said the bladder/bowel
> is the first to go and the last to return--the bottom four
> 'rungs' on the spine control those functions. Somebody's
> doctor even told them a little verse that spoke to this.
>
> I've rambled. We're glad to have you aboard. These are
> great folks. You can speak of your problems or get your
> answers here more easily than anywhere else! What one
> of us hasn't experienced, another has. We've all been
> there! and we understand.
>
> Keep us informed. JanH
>
>