Tagged: cane, daily activities, living with MD, medical device, mobility equipment, Occupational Therapy
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Danielle “Dani” Liptak.
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May 24, 2021 at 5:08 pm #16913
Today my occupational therapist suggested I get a cane specifically for my car to help me pump gas alone. Usually, I hold on to the side of my car and try and squeeze my core, so I don’t lose balance and fall. She also gave me a small handle attachment that you can put on your door to give you more stability when getting in and out.
Do you have a device that helps you do daily activities? Where do you keep it, what prompted you to use it?
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May 25, 2021 at 3:24 pm #17118
I have the thing that you hook to car door to help get out of car. Best thing I ever bought. If going in someone else’s car I just take it with me
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May 25, 2021 at 5:04 pm #17119
That’s so interesting. I’ve never heard of such a device. I should recommend this to my mom who is unstable on her feet when she’s weak. She uses a crutch to stabilize herself when she doesn’t have to walk too far.
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July 13, 2022 at 10:35 am #18080
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May 25, 2021 at 7:13 pm #17123
I use a cane seat. When you walk it is a regular cane, but when you want to sit you kick out the two other legs and a small seat comes out. I perch on it when I need to be out on my feet for a bit, (like when I pump gas.) It’s not something I could comfortably sit on for more than 10 minutes or so, but covers the short walks. I have one at home and one that travels in my car. They cost less than $50 at mobility stores.
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January 17, 2023 at 8:05 am #18312
Hi, Pete, just checking in to see how you are doing. How were the holidays?
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July 16, 2021 at 5:27 pm #17268
Costco gas attendants will pump your gas once you display your handicap placard. Give them a couple of horn honks, to get their attention. They are extremely helpful and courteous.
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July 10, 2022 at 2:51 pm #18070
Hi all, I a new in this community, I have suffering from LDMD for 30years.
Please Joy can you show me a picture of the hook?
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