[Blind-rollers] please tell me again

[agapedew at aol.com]

Here in PA...our local hospital physical therapy dept. has wheelchair evaluation appointments where the doctor helps you find the ideal chair for your health conditions.  I can let you know my model number but the referral assures Medicare has all the info needed to assure coverage.

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> On Feb 7, 2019, at 5:32 AM, Lauren Merryfield via Blind-Rollers <blind-rollers at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi,
> 
> I am really sorry for asking again but what type of power chair would I need
> to get, if I do? 
> 
> 
> 
> I am having much more difficulty walking. I have osteoarthritis,
> fibromyalgia and venous insufficiency, all of which make it painful to walk.
> I ended up in the ER due to the pain level. My nurse practicioner just says
> "take tylenol." Yeah, right. 
> 
> 
> 
> The ER dr. suggested my working on realizing that my walking days may be
> about done and I might need a power chair. I'm surprised she suggested it
> without panicking about how I would steer it.
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Lauren
> 
> 
> 
> Lauren is the author of numerous articles published by the National
> Federation of the Blind, through the years. Her third book:"Jesus makes the
> difference:a collection of stories for young people" is currently available
> on Amazon. The audiobook version is on its way. Lauren is now writing poetry
> which has surprised her. She knew she could write haiku but other types???
> Finally, the authority in Lauren's household comes from her cats, Toby and
> Laynie, who advise:"Meow when you feel like it!"
> 
> 
> 
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