[Katherine]

Ok I know this sounds silly but I was wondering if there was anyone else out there who has this problem. . I have gone back to the electric chair and when I go into a store or anywhere closed in, I get dizzy enough to feel motion sickness... I know my speed has been pretty slow on the forearm crutches so maybe I just am not used to moving so quickly. I had to go back to using my old 88 chev van with a lift to get around by myself. I wasn't able to conquer putting the manual chair in and out of the jeep by myselfand didn't have the strength to use my arms very long. Anyone have any suggestions? I am tired of being in my house alone.

[itsjustme]

Hi Katherine,

Is there any chance that you could have an inner ear problem? Have you noticed any symptoms any other time at all? It's just a thought. Something that you might have checked out.

By the way, don't ever feel silly about asking a question. You never know when there's someone else out here who has had some experience and can offer some help. I'm a firm believer that there are no silly questions when it comes to our one common circumstance that unites us. It's how we all learn.

[edlee]

Katey, there are no silly questions, only silly answers.
The inner ear thing could be a possibility. It could be caused by a slight allergy to something. A lot of my friends complain about allergies in the early spring but at no other time of year.

As for your lack of arm strength, Exercise. It's a b**ch, but we are stuck with it. If you don't use it you will lose it. I was surprised at how weak I was after a recent 10 day stint in bed. It seems that the older I get the faster I lose it , too.

I wish you much luck, Ed

[axl from down under]

Hi, depending on what level you are, for high paras and quads there is a condition called Autonomic Dysreflexia, dizziness can be a symptom.whether a sudden change in skin pressure from sitting, blood pressure could be causing it. Check out further info about Autonomic Dysreflexia http://www.spinalcord.org/html/factsheets/...lexia.php#what2.

Cheers

Tanya

[Monty76]

try wearing an abdominal binder, it helps regulate your blood pressure..if i dont wear mine i get dizzy too.