Hi everyone. Hope you’re all doing ok. I’m having a meltdown today. 2 people have told me I’m getting worse. Am I expecting too much? Here’s what happened:
On Wednesday had to attend a hospital app with my other half (he really wanted me to go with him as I tried to get out of it). We live in York, ...
I have had PPMS since I was 47 yrs. and I am now 78 yrs. For the first while I didn't use anything. I then went to a Quad cane that I bought on Ebay. My next item was a simple Walker that I used for quite awhile. I now have a better Walker now for inside my house and I have a Wheelchair that I u...
After fighting my way into a neurologists office FINALLY 5 months after being diagnosed and passed along by the brain surgeon.. I had my New Patient Appointment yesterday.. during which I was questioned by a baffled neuro NP who says he doesn't understand my MS diagnosis because he "doesn't see it."...
Hi Everyone, I use a walker but now can't walk far even with this. Thinking of buying a lightweight, folding, car boot mobility scooter but there are so many to choose from. Any advice/recommendations would be welcome. Regards Gaynor
I've been watching videos on YouTube about people being questioned by other disabled blue badge holders on whether they should be parking in disabled car spots because "they don't look disabled". I think it's disgusting. If anyone said that to me, they'd get their answer. I have to admit. When I par...
It's funny how quickly my mind goes to "well it was fun while it lasted. Time to end things."
In general I'm a very positive person and people compliment me a lot for being so positive, you always hear wiser (usually old )people say "it could be worse", and between that and MS, I've gotten through...
Hi all, how risky is it taking a folding electric wheelchair on a flight (putting it in the hold)?
I’m planning on flying & taking my etech w/chair but wondering if it’s safer to use assistance in both airports & then hire a chair in Spain at my destination? I’ve read about how equipment is handled...
I barely leave the house since diagnosed in June.. I have relapsed since then.. causing both my legs to be numb, including perianal areas. I cannot even just sit or lay down without being in pain.. so standing / walking even around my house is very difficult.. I have a holiday booked very soon which...