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[Rachiie]

hi everyone,
my partner has just been in an accident and has a complete c6 spinal cord injury.
i would really like to hear some stories of people who this has happened to, and would appericate some advice on how i can help him.
there are so many questions i would love answers to as i am so confused on what is going to happen.
would appericate if i could please get answers but i would rather it through email.
im not sure how these forums work as i have never used one before.
thanks heaps

[roo]

Rachiie, on 18 January 2011 - 09:13 AM, said:

hi everyone,
my partner has just been in an accident and has a complete c6 spinal cord injury.
i would really like to hear some stories of people who this has happened to, and would appericate some advice on how i can help him.
there are so many questions i would love answers to as i am so confused on what is going to happen.
would appericate if i could please get answers but i would rather it through email.
im not sure how these forums work as i have never used one before.
thanks heaps

hi there and welcome sorry to hear of your bad news
if you post your questions in the forums am sure you we get some response.Or you can use the search tab it is on the top right hand side just type in there your question and old post will come up am sure you will find what you are looking for.
best of luck
roo

[Rachiie]

thanks heaps.
ill try and do that

[greybeard]

You could also hit the "Spinal Cord Injury" button under the APPARELYZED heading at the top of the page. Loads of technical information about the subject.

[tarryn]

Hey
Im an occ therapist and not a relative, but I am happy to answer any questions I can.
In the beginning it is very hard for him (and you) and he probably just needs to know that you are prepared to work through this experience with him. Everything is new and difficult for him, everything the therapists try get him to do is a huge challenge of effort and frustration. He needs to know that things will get easier as he practices or improves, and that if the one thing doesnt work, he can try a different way.
He also needs intervention possibly from a psychologist about his new body, new abilities and how this will impact on him, and on your relationship.
Just remember that he is likely to be very self centered at the moment, as his focus is on himself. He may say things or push you away, give him space, take time off when you need it and realize that it is the frustration speaking.

Hope this helps
Tarryn