what to do with myself?

sasham82

i was recently involved in a pretty bad road/cycle accident and now am confined to wheelchair. i may walk again but looks unlikely at this point. have had various counselling and advice but wondering what people on the forum think? what good things to do? and advice of productive, entertaining, etc? although quite young, i've not really gone onto the internet that much so any thoughts on positive ways of using it are welcome. thanks! Sash

sarahxoxo

Hi,

Have you thought about doing some Physio/ Gym exercises. Due to my Cp I am slightly over weight and do little exercise, so I found going to the gym really improved my fitness and helped me get more strength in my legs.

Maybe get sokme ideas off your doctor or consultant who treats you would help also x

sasham82

Hi, thanks. Yes, the gym is a good idea. just have to find a suitable one. I think the Paralympic Games had some cool examples of sports to think about too. just have to get around to it!

Hymerkar

In most areas now the local gym has a scheme run in conjunction with the NHS. Anyone can ask their GP or physio for a referral to these schemes and they cost very little. For example, I go to my local gym and it cost me

emersonkelly

Once contact Physiotherapist, he/she can give good advice and exercise poses for you to get recovered!!

miigym

Hi Sash. You.ve already mentioned the magic word....Positive! You have to be positive in everything you do.I know that won't be easy at times.
Exercise is a great way to keep your spirits up, and there are so many things you can do. Good luck Sash

Brendan

sasham82

Thank you everyone for the advise and positve comments. i have been looking at the london2012 website and rmember the games. i think that wheelchair basketball looks cool. have done some research and may go to group in my area. has anyone played this or any of the other Parlmpic sports? any recommendations? thanks again.

sash

webdesign

Hello Sash,

I'm glad that despite that what happened to you. You still keep to live life productively and have positive outlook in life. Keep that kind of attitude. I'm not much familiar with paralympic sport but I found this two website about paralympic

http://www.paralympic.org/
http://www.paralympics.org.uk/Default.aspx?sitesectionid=2&sitesectiontitle=British+Paralympic+Association

Hope it might help!

AmyS

I try to keep myself busy by writing and genealogy and do lots of various online courses. It keeps my mind busy and distracted. Keep smiling.