While I haven’t used all of the possible mobility aids out there, I have become familiar with several. Foot Up – Device used to help counter foot drop. It’s pretty simple – you put one part of it into your shoe and the other part around your leg, and the two parts clip together. When you’re walking, the tension between the two pieces helps to lift up your toes, so you’re less likely to scuff … [Read more...] about My Experiences With Mobility Devices
Archives for July 2012
Life’s a Beach…Or Not
It's summer, and thoughts in North Carolina turn to the beach. Some folks have bought a house and moved there for most of the season. Others rent a place for a week or two, or even just a weekend, so that they can join in the fun. For folks with MS, the beach can bring out a whole new series of thoughts. It's hot, the bathroom's far away, and sand brings a whole new set of mobility … [Read more...] about Life’s a Beach…Or Not
Hurricane Preparedness
As someone who's always lived in hurricane country, I've been through enough hurricanes to feel like I can take care of myself and my family in the event of a storm. I've just learned that the National MS Society has Hurricane Preparedness Guides. What a terrific idea...and definitely well executed! The North Carolina Resource Guide includes lists for survival kits, MS-specific medicine and … [Read more...] about Hurricane Preparedness
Real Housewives of North Carolina
On this week’s episode, Amy gets Botox. Yup, I did it. I never thought I would voluntarily allow botulism to be injected into my body. But like a lot of women, my opinion of it changed as I grew older. The biggest reason for that? Because I found out there are other reasons to get Botox injections. It’s not just for shaving off years anymore. There are actually three … [Read more...] about Real Housewives of North Carolina