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I was interested in trying to use a PC as a quadriplegic for the first time. I was in a motorcycle accident one year ago breaking my C5, femur, and every rib. I rehab to the point where I think I can can make that jump to playing PC. I just need some advice. I can use my right hand at like 50%, can’t move my left hand, and can move my right leg. What equipment would you guys recommend? I get 1600 a month in SSDI and live with my parents. So I can spend a bit of money.

I’ve been taking pregabalin for about a year and mistakenly forgot to put it in two days of medication. I had never had withdrawals before so I didn’t realize until last night that I hadn’t been taking it. I’m on 200 mg three times a day, so the effects were intense. Just wondering if anybody’s had that happened to them

Anyone have any advice on finding used standing frames? Those things are expensive.

I’m (M22) C5 incomplete and I know I’m pretty early on (10 months) but I’m starting to lose hope of function returning. For a while, I was getting erections at night while wearing a condom catheter. Although only when wearing one. I still have feeling and sensation down there, but have had no success after experimenting (male vibrator and Viagra). I’m sure a lot of people here have been in the same boat. Any advice?

Just curious if anyone has any experience with this. I’ve been experimenting with different things and was gonna give this a try.

I am a C5 incomplete about nine months out from my injury. From what my PT has told me, my injuries is kind of unique and I wanted to see if anyone else has had a similar experience.

Initially, I was supposed to be a complete C5 later on swelling went down, and I began to show small movements in my right hand and right leg. Fast-forward through months of PT. I’m able to use my right arm and right hand completely aside from the severe spasticity. That goes same with my right leg. I’ve had traces of movement in my left leg and left hand.

I’ve had horrible spasticity ever since my injury. While I was at Shepherd, it affected my rehab so bad they recommended the baclofen pump. I’ve had that along with take oral dantrolene. After all of that, it’s barely helped and they recommended Botox. As you would assume that has not worked either. Is there anyone else that is dealt with spasticity like this?

I haven’t had a bowel program for months but recently I’ve been on antibiotics for 37 days. It completely destroyed my stomach. It’s been near impossible for me to use the bathroom without the magic bullet. Now my question is when I use the magic bullet it never completely empties. I’m not sure if I’m doing something wrong or that’s just how it works.

I am a C5 incomplete about 10 months out from my injury. I’ve luckily managed to regain control of my bladder and bowels. Until the past few weeks, my bowels stopped working. Magic bullet is the only thing I’ve had success with. I’ve also been struggling with a UTI throughout this time. Not sure if that could contribute. I know it’s a question for the doctor just wanted some feedback of someone who’s maybe had a similar experience.