Exercise, diet, mobility, and other life issues that have nothing to do with medications or finding competent medical care
Hand controls may keep you in the driver’s seat On Saturday, Nov. 2, the guest speaker for the monthly meeting will be Amanda Mendez, from the Driver Rehabilitation Center of Excellence (DRCE). If you have been diagnosed with one or more medical conditions that have resulted in loss of physical, visual, cognitive or medical abilities […]
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Exit Survey Results for October 10/05/2024 – Here are some notes from the October exit survey. These are presented anonymously for the purpose of idea sharing. What did you takeaway/learn from today’s meeting? It takes effort to reduce symptoms of PN. Ideas about exercise Discussion of B vitamins is of interest. Also, I hadn’t thought
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00:42:13 Glenn Ribotsky: Wonder if Craig would do a webinar over at WNA. 01:06:28 Mike Foxworth: ADA – American Disabilities Act vs Air Carrier Access Act 01:07:34 Pat Gualtieri: This is being recorded and will be posted on PNSNetwork.org later this week 01:08:14 Mike Foxworth: ACO advocate who knows what the air crew must do
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Long Covid Is Being Increasingly Seen As Neurological Disease Whereas it once appeared more related to pulmonary disorders, Long COVID is increasingly being recognized as a neurological disease, reports Scientific American magazine in its latest issue. Victims with symptoms such as pain, extreme fatigue, and “brain fog” affecting over 15 million adults in the U.S. as
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Craig P. Kennedy Talks About Traveling With Disabilities Travel expert provides advice on traveling with special needs Craig Kennedy spoke to our group on September 7 regarding traveling with disabilities. Kennedy is a Program Coordinator and trainer with the Open Doors Organization. With more than 25 years of experience working with people with disabilities, disability
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Assistive Technologies Keep You Mobile Keep active! Motion is lotion! Mobility aids are crucial tools that enhance the quality of life for seniors, enabling them to maintain independence and safety while navigating daily activities. As the aging population grows, the relevance of these aids becomes more pronounced, supporting elderly individuals in managing mobility issues that
Assistive technologies keep us active, even when our feet are telling us to sit down. The variety and convenience of devices these days is impressive. And sometimes, overwhelming. This article explains some of the devices that can keep us moving.
Dr. Latov Explains Idiopathic Neuropathy “Idiopathic” is a strange term to describe any medical condition. It literally means “we have no idea”. That’s better than misdiagnosis, but the term doesn’t provide a lot of help or exude much confidence. However, if you are diagnosed with idiopathic neuropathy, you’ll want to watch this talk by one
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Chat from the May 4 PNSN meeting 14:20:35 From GH to Everyone: Put a donate button on everything you publish. 14:32:29 From Judson Vaughn to Everyone: I have bought a Liberty Lift Standing Aid. It is very helpful. Especially having someone help you out of a low sofa or lounge chair. 14:48:16 From Pat Gualtieri
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NYT: Why Americans feel more chronic pain Our Neuropathic companion is often chronic pain. This article, by New York Times health columnist Nicholas Kristol, does a deep dive into the issue of pain and gives some suggestions on managing it. Click here for access to the article.
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