Re: Braces after wheelchair and quad strengthening

[Guest guest]

I recover very quickly from periods of weakness. I don't think it would

hurt to give some braces a try.

I would start with PT if it were me to build some muscles back up.

In a message dated 3/12/2010 4:33:05 P.M. Pacific Standard Time,

loisgallo@... writes:

Hi All,

I have been using a wheelchair for ten years. I wonder if anyone has used

these braces (Helios) after wheelchair, and if it's possible to again

strengthen calf and quad muscles. I have lost strength since sitting. Also, my

left knee is quite hyper-extended. Thanks for any feedback.

Peace,

Lois

[Guest guest]

Hi, I tried them, and they did not work for me, so I am still using the

wheelchair,  Then I could walk a shrot distance... now Istand long enough to

tranfer and take a few steps.

Good Luck,

Kay

From: Lois Gallo <loisgallo@...>

Subject: Braces after wheelchair and quad strengthening

Date: Friday, March 12, 2010, 1:23 PM

 

Hi All,

I have been using a wheelchair for ten years.  I wonder if anyone has used

these braces (Helios) after wheelchair, and if it's possible to again strengthen

calf and quad muscles. I have lost strength since sitting. Also, my left knee is

quite hyper-extended. Thanks for any feedback.

Peace, 

Lois