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by patpxc
Mon Jul 05, 2010 12:03 pm
Forum: Adult and Young Adult OBPI
Topic: Uhm...I think I got my dissability
Replies: 8
Views: 6632

Re: Uhm...I think I got my dissability

Congratulations. What this means is that you will get a back check to the date they first found you disabled--2007, you said and review you every 2 years to see if you have improved.
Thanks
by patpxc
Mon Jun 21, 2010 12:34 pm
Forum: Adult and Young Adult OBPI
Topic: Camp
Replies: 1
Views: 1579

Re: Camp

Not this time.
Have fun
Pat
by patpxc
Fri May 21, 2010 11:51 pm
Forum: Adult and Young Adult OBPI
Topic: weight lifting
Replies: 7
Views: 8315

Re: weight lifting

That makes a lot of sense. I was using a machine that I hooked my Erb's arm to and lifted with my good arm. It did loosen up the Erbs a little, but destroyed the other arm. I'm ready for 2 bionic arms!!!!
by patpxc
Fri May 21, 2010 11:47 pm
Forum: Adult and Young Adult OBPI
Topic: Sleeping positions for OBPI
Replies: 27
Views: 22461

Re: Sleeping positions for OBPI

Proping my arm only makes it feel as if it's in the wrong,awkward position. I have tried a body pillow, but it limited my ability to wiggle around as my arms and legs frequently fall asleep. The problem is, with only a few hours of aleep at a time, I never feel rested or wide awake. I would like to ...
by patpxc
Tue May 18, 2010 10:38 pm
Forum: Adult and Young Adult OBPI
Topic: weight lifting
Replies: 7
Views: 8315

Re: weight lifting

Or any exercise done improperly. I have a torn rotator and bicep in the good arm. No idea how it happened--I think it wore out or I exercised wrong. Now the BPI shoulder is acting up. I would really spend the time to have a professional educate him on the right and wrong ways to lift weights--it cou...
by patpxc
Tue May 18, 2010 10:35 pm
Forum: Adult and Young Adult OBPI
Topic: Sleeping positions for OBPI
Replies: 27
Views: 22461

Re: Sleeping positions for OBPI

I have the same problem. A torn rotator, bicept, carpal tunnel on the good arm and the BPI arm kind of just hangs there or just doesn't tuck umder in a comfortable position. I have tried propping a pillow under it, but it still pulls . I've never een able to sleep on my back and because of a spinal ...
by patpxc
Mon Apr 19, 2010 1:03 pm
Forum: Adult and Young Adult OBPI
Topic: Pain in elbow?
Replies: 6
Views: 5263

Re: Pain in elbow?

I would see if you can get an MRI as an Xray may not show muscle or tendon damage. I wish you luck
Pat
by patpxc
Tue Dec 29, 2009 7:00 pm
Forum: Adult and Young Adult OBPI
Topic: Specialty tailors for professional wear
Replies: 1
Views: 1400

Re: Specialty tailors for professional wear

Hi ,
I usually just take my clothes to a drycleaners and they alter the sleeves. I try the jackets on while I am there and the measure to fit. I've never had a problem with doing this.
Welcome to the board. Please take some time to look around. There is a lot of support here.
Take care
Pat ROBPI
by patpxc
Mon Dec 07, 2009 11:28 pm
Forum: Camp UBPN
Topic: Ideas for Programs for Camp 2009
Replies: 28
Views: 14717

Re: Ideas for Programs for Camp 2009

I am not comfortable around groups of people either--but am curious as to where it may be held. I'd like to attend just for a day. Any ideas?
thanks
Pat
by patpxc
Tue Nov 24, 2009 11:30 pm
Forum: Adult and Young Adult OBPI
Topic: Where did the private board go
Replies: 12
Views: 4762

Re: Where did the private board go

Not yet Still missing! Probably eating turkey this week and won't come on line till Monday!