Hi, my name is John. And I have CIDP (Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy). When you have CIDP you must often figure out different ways to get where you want to go. I use the edge of the bed, sturdy chairs, dressers, and tables at times. I'm very creative. But mostly I rely on my walker to get anywhere. And by anywhere what I really mean is everywhere.
Besides a walker, I discovered that I needed grab bars. Helping hands, so to speak.
I never thought I'd have to hire someone to put in grab bars for me in my own bathroom but frankly it was a good investment. That's because it allows me to continue to maintain some semblance of independence in this very personal arena.
These sturdy bars help me when I need it most. They give me something to hold onto. A place of safety. I have lost so much mobility but being able to continue to wash up, brush and floss, take a shower, and use the toilet are important abilities to maintain.
How about you? What changes have you noticed coming upon you either quickly or slowly? I wanted to share these thoughts and suggest that if you think you or your Loved One might possibly need some grab bars in the bathroom or shower it would be best to get them now. Before you fall. And need even more assistance.
Let me know what you're struggling with in the New Year. I'll do the same. I appreciate you reading Life with Neuropathy and hope today is a day of ideas, solutions, and little bit of fun. Here's to new options, more strength, and greater healing. Thanks for listening.
John
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P.P.S. For further thoughts visit Let's Talk about Mobility, Let's Talk about Speed, Let's Talk about Changes, or Let's Talk about Giving Thanks. You can also read about Losing Your Doctor, Using a Handicap Placard, Walker Envy, Saying "Owww" when it hurts, dealing with Pain, or the Humor of finding out your personal walker was a star on the TV show Monk! For thoughts on Resolutions try this. Finally, if you ever find yourself dropping things like I do, please feel read this.
P.P.P.S. I still drop stuff each and every day! Sometimes two, three and four things at a time! Or more...
Thanks, Clay Banks, for the perfect picture. Photo by https://unsplash.com/@clay-banks.
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