personal experience from some1 w partial paralysis/similar disability? buying 4 mom who had severe stroke & is living independently. is it light, etc?
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It is relatively lightweight (18lbs) since it is largely made of plastic. But of course, an "8lb Oreck XL" weighs less than half as much.
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Yes it is reasonably light and easy to maneuver. I have MS and our old vacuum, wore me out and I needed to rest while vacuuming. With the Bissell vacuum I am able to complete the job without breaks in a short amount of time. This vacuum makes getting the job completed much faster and easier.
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I am very happy with this vacuum cleaner. Picks up well for now. I am a senior citizen who does not have much strength. I don't think you will find any vacuum cleaner or shampooer that is light. Please let me know if you or any does. I struggle to vacuum my carpets and have to hire someone to shampoo them. Good luck
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It is lighter than my eureka but still a full size upright. I had no trouble getting it up& down stairs but she needs to have a strong arm on the side she's carrying. Hope this helps!
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Its fairly light, (18lbs) not very heavy. About an average weight of a normal Vacuum but it is very easy to use, has a button push retractable cord and one push button to empty the tank, and very easy to clean.
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It would probably be a very effective tool for weight loss, If I were able to do the positions in the manual. I am disabled (Multiple Sclerosis), in a wheelchair and therefore not a great person to ask. When I first purchased the product, I called the number in the manual and actually spoke with the person depicted in the manual so I can say that it has been without a doubt the best money I've ever spent to help me aid in my mobility issues.
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Don..Sorry this is late. I hve not tried Tena. I have tried every other kind though. Being disabled is not easy and finding a cloth thick and soft enough for my skin was a chore. Especially one I could afford so Prevail it was. I hoped this helped a bit even though I am late. When I don't feel well the computer comes last.Suzanne
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You really do need some one there---How frail is Mom?. I'm not joking. My husband and I went through numerous Maxi rub's. Not because they are bad---but it's the greatest and best gift I ever gave my construction worker husband. We used to do each others backs every night for 1/2 an hour each and it really did the greatest number on our backs. He's passed now and I really realize what a great deal of help that massager was doing for both of us. I miss him---and our 1/2 therapy with that maxi. It would be awkward if it was for your Mom to do on her own. If she had a lower back problem she might be able to "prop" it in a chair and lean against it. If she's elderly it might be a problem. I'm 64 and I bought myself a "Shiatsue" massager (sp). If your Mom has siatica (sp) that might be a problem too. Some women who have Calcium deficiancy in their bones might find this uncomfortable. There are cheap models under a 100.00 out there but they aren't much good---the one that's about 125.00 or so is great---My boss borrowed it and 4 friends---I had to threaten one of those to give it back. They are like a matte that you sit on with a back. The good ones have metal or hard plastic balls in the back part that go up and down---mine can go side to side along the spine---you can also use the remote to hit the button to make it stay in one spot. I love mine---If any of this is too much sometimes a plain old heating pad works Let me know if you need more help-I've had back problems my whole life with a handicap child
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If your mom has arthritis, yes it is difficult to turn on. Years ago I ad a better one, but the can be difficult to keep lit for people with manipulation problems. Great idea, but they have to improve it. Hope this helps.
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Tammi, no I don't believe the grabber could help much in that department. It's horrible trying to find things to help when your mobility is impaired. Sorry!
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I totally agree. Mom is at home and does spend lots of time with him. There's LOTS of one on one: reading, playing with toys, floor time, swimming .. She's just researching different areas of learning, so if she's going to get one anyway, I just wanted to know which one. Like many people, their TV stays on most of the time and in that case I'd rather he see something educational than daily tv shows. Didn't mean to offend your sensibilities.
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Look at ADA websites. Noone is allowed to even ask what your disability is or why you have him. It is helpful to carry a letter from a doctor just I'm case.
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Yes, it is appropriate, what I like in this wheelchair, is its light, I used to drive my husband in his dialysis treatment, the old wheelchair I have been using is so heavy, for me this is a durable one. Everyone who sees it likes it.
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You're welcome�. Best of luck! Homeopathy has been a great blessing in our family.
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I have not used it, but my wife thinks it is great. She has US social security disabled. She has loss of strength and feeling in her hands.
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My elderly parents really like it. I haven't tried it. My dad has diabetes and my mom has heart trouble. So far, it's been gentle enough for them, but they say it feels helpful. It massages strongly enough that it helps move the fluid accumulation out of my mom's legs, though. I don't think it's very strong pressure.
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Sorry I can't be much help. My husband was having success with it working with his physical therapist for about a week. But then he suddenly passed away, so I returned the board. He had found help on the beasy board web site: https://beasyboards.com/ I think that he even found some videos. Good luck.
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Sorry about the timing of my reply... but I would say for your situation you would be fine. You could manage the frame remotely as you described and your mother would not need a computer in her home. As long as there's wi-fi access you're good.
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Gosh, altho my 99 year old Mother has no problem applying the brake, she is not a faithful brake applyer. She is pretty strong with no arthritis to speak of. I am 77 and have Parkinson's and arthritis but no problem with the brakes.
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Short, light strokes. Long strokes across her body might pull hair and hurt. Congrats on the new addition to the family. She will give you much love and amusement! = )
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Amy, I have M.S. and it is a low impact way of getting exercise. Anything that gets you moving is going to help. I do wish that I had gotten the model with pistons that offer more resistance. That would be even better for weight loss. However if this is your price point I can't think of a better way to go. Good luck!