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Originally Posted by tchr012 (Post 691255)

Hi Sarah, I just wanted to comment about what you said about being able to be normal. I understand where you are coming from because I am on my 6th year of college myself and I am hoping to graduate in the spring but only with a general studies degree instead of an actual elem ed one. The accident I was in definitely changed my life and I have realized I have to keep making up new definitions of normal for myself. I even ran into an old boss the other day (when I used to work) and she was surprised to see me like this and it made me sad because I really wish I had those days back when that was my normal (going to school, going to work, going out etc) now I can barely get through my classes, I definitely cannot work (which makes me worry if I will ever actually be admitted into the teaching program and become a teacher) and I lost all of my friends and trying to make some new ones which is not easy :winky:. My point is that you are not alone and I understand how you feel and even if you are not the old normal anymore, there might be a better new normal for you down the road! Hope that makes sense! I really hope that they get you some relief soon and if the answer is having the stim then I hope the journey to it goes quickly and smoothly! take care of yourself :hug:'s Tara

Thank you, thank you, thank you! It's wonderful to know that others understand and have been there. I wish you the best of luck in your college degree, and I truly hope that you get to feeling better so you can pursue and Eled degree--or whatever you choose! <3 Sounds like we have a lot in common.. if you ever want to talk further, feel free to message me! :) -hugs-!

Tara got it so much better than I. Sure, we feel different than the rest, especially when pain is so internal, and it is hard for others to related/understand. I appreciate your words to Sarah, Tara.

Nice,
Mark56 :)

:)Hi! I just wanted to post my thoughts on the id bracelet. I have an SCS and I do wear a medical braclet which states that I have an implant. I do this because I am worried that if ever in an emergency situation that if I do not have my wallet and my card that they might just overlook the fact and possibly do an mri or anything that might cause a problem due to the implant. Call me a worry wort or what ever but the doctors around here does not even know much about RSD so who knows what might be done in a rush case and they did not even think of the possibility of any kind of implant exspecially that I am on the younger side to which you would not expect to have medical issues like that. I think it is just a persons preference but is a good idea. Just wanted to give my thoughts. Hope it does not sound crazy.

Maybe I should get a bracelet! That "what if they don't look for a card" thing is a truism. Truly, my odds of another car wreck [what wound me up here in the first place] are better than those who have never been so stricken. Yep. Those were words of wisdom not "worry wartism."

Thanks,
Mark56:)

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Originally Posted by Mark56 (Post 691732)

As Im only 4 weeks over my implant Im curious to know WHEN should I expect to get my PERMANENT ID card. At present I have a temporary one?

Im looking at purchasing a bracelet. It would make sense. Like what was said, what if you 'forget' to bring your purse or wallet, or its mislaid if (God forbid) you have an accident and you have no way of portraying to the Emergency services that you have an implant etc......hmmmmm definitely going to invest in the id bracelets. Some good sites on internet too and you can get one cheap or if you want to spend some more they have some beautiful ones available. BTW also dog tags, or necklaces too....whatever your preference.

This is a site I found which is quite reasonable too

http://www.theidbandco.com/Home.aspx

Good luck :wink:

Jackie :)

Here is a very good site. They have all kinds of ID's. I have an ID necklace and I also have an ID bracelet. They are not that expensive or you can get them for more money. It just depends on what you want. There are also no fees otherwise. I found them to be good to deal with as well.

http://www.americanmedical-id.com/

Boston Sci sent me the multiple permanent plastic cards at about 8 weeks post surgery. My surgeon gave me his version at the 6 week post op visit. I, too, will be getting a bracelet or some such. Just wanna let people who treat me upon some other accident [as I seem to be prone to involvement or just plain unlucky] before anyone says "Oh, let's get an MRI on this unconscious individual. Gotta get the ID bracelet.
Mark56:)

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Originally Posted by jackiekennedy (Post 692053)

In Case of Emergency application

I have been considering getting a medical id bracelet with SCS noted on it. However, I am not much of jewelry wearer. In the meantime, I found a free application on my Blackberry called ICE. I was able to put my emergency contacts, doctors' name and phone number along with my medical condition. I placed a note there to see the medical card in my purse, along with the note for "Spinal cord stimulator - No MRI's". I would imagine that the Iphone also has a similar app.

Probably a really silly question

What info should be on an ID bracelet/necklace? Your name, Spinal Cord Stimulator - no MRI's, and a contact number for emergencies or would you put your Dr's number? Anything else??

Thanks!!

I wouldn't put your doctor's number. You could have a person to call like a spouse or. Also, any allergies and that type of thing. Others will be along.