Standing Wheelchair Gives New Perspective on Life

January 8, 2009 by  
Filed under Daily Living

luc standing 225x300 Standing Wheelchair Gives New Perspective on LifeAfter 18 years of sitting in a wheelchair all day long, a standing wheelchair has given me a new perspective on life. As a quadriplegic unable to move my legs, I stand up 5 to 6 hours on a typical day. This has lifted my spirits tremendously and it has improved my overall health. It feels good to talk again to another person at the same eye level, and what I like the most is that I can hug my wife now while we both stand at the same height. Read more

Camping with a Physical Disability Made Practical in a Dodge Sprinter Conversion Van

January 3, 2009 by  
Filed under Articles and Stories, Travel/Recreation

van from the right rear 300x225 Camping with a Physical Disability Made Practical in a Dodge Sprinter Conversion VanDo you find it hard to go camping as a disabled person? I used to love camping in a tent, but that has become hard to do since I became disabled as a quadriplegic. For years now I have been dreaming of being able to stay overnight in our national parks again, and have been searching for ways to make that a reality. I knew that any viable solution would need to be easy to use both for me and for my wife. Recently, I discovered a wonderful solution that I’d like to share with you. Read more

An Electric Leg Bag Emptier – A Tool to Prevent UTIs

January 3, 2009 by  
Filed under Daily Living, Health

Are you a disabled person who is constantly limiting your amount of fluid intake because you are worried your leg bag might overflow? If you are, there’s a good chance you’re getting urinary tract infections (UTIs) because you aren’t drinking enough liquids. I used to be in that situation too, but my life changed for the better after I discovered the substantial benefits of using an electric leg bag opener. I now have the freedom to drink as much as I want without needing to rely on someone else to drain my bag and, for me, UTIs are history. Read more

Benefits of a Healthy Diet

January 2, 2009 by  
Filed under Articles and Stories, Health

fresh fruit and vegetable selection 300x225 Benefits of a Healthy DietDo you, as a disabled person, usually feel tired by the early evening? Has your health started to go downhill after sitting in a wheelchair day after day for several years? Living life in a wheelchair doesn’t have to be a drag like that. If you are able to make some changes to your diet, you may likely become more energetic and get your health back on track. Read more

Luc’s Introduction

January 2, 2009 by  
Filed under Inspiring Disability Stories, Videos

Luc’s Introduction from Aaron on Vimeo.

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