Over the miles traveled with this family affected misery I have found some things that actully have helped in some types of TOS or TOS symptoms.

I wanted to share a few I would want under my tree if Santa had the funds.

One at the top is a Homedics massage cushion. It is a larger height with enough kneading action to reach the areas from lowest lumbar to the higher shoulder area hitting the exact spots, with almost better then human proffecany....I sat on one in Boscov's the other night and actually had this HUGE Smile and tears running down from the shear relief I had! I won't mention what my husbands comments were

Homedics Quad Roller Massaging Cushion """NOT""" the 400-H Item # 764, the newer one for $199.00 only!
Price: $189.99
Now! $159.99
It was just in and a $299. for $199. The 400-H did not reach high enough to be worth the purchase! There is free shipping online orders over $50.

Plus 10% off an order of $100


http://www.homedics.com/products/mas...ssage-cushions
It has to be this one ONLY!

Then there is the One Touch JAR opener. I have the one touch can opener, battery operated and love it! I have not tried the JAR opener yet, but compared to the Black and Decker price, if I buy locally at Sears and do not feel it works out I can return it. I did see that on www.asseenontvguys.com that it is on sale for $14.99

They also have a one touch batter knife on this site.

Another item is a TENS Unit I own ReliaMed GM320T SD Digital Tens Unit
http://www.activeforever.com/p-1086-...tens-unit.aspx
For $74.99

http://www.activeforever.com/search....similar:A12273

This is not a traditional TENS that feels like Bee stings. BUT if you have Allodynia and have hyper nerve activity, this is not for you. IT has modulations that are wave like, not that tat tat of stings. Also the cover prevents bumps of accidental turning up of the unit OUCH.
Now, I did end up paying $150 as the insurance would not cover, so I do not know if it was a rehab supply store mark up.

ReliaMed® GM320T Digital Tens Unit Features:
Flip cover protects the key controls for mode, time, width and rate.
Five modes of use (burst, continuous, modulation, strength duration and rate modulation, and strength, duration and width modulation)
Dual channel use enabling you to switch back and forth between mode preferences quickly and easily
Software automatically resets the mode to zero when changing modes to prevent a sudden surge
Three programs of fixed duration for (15, 30 and 60 minutes; and one program of continuous output)
Easy-to-read digital LCD display indicating operating modes and output
8-bit microcomputer for controlling the system
Function modes:
Cycle bursts: 2 bursts/sec, 9 pulses/burst and 100 HZ, width is adjustable
Continuous mode: adjustable pulse rate, width and intensity
Modulation width: pulse width is automatically varied in a six-second interval
Strength, duration and rate modulation (SDR): consists of alternating modulated intensity (amplitude) and pulse rate
Strength, duration and width modulation (SDW): consists of alternating modulated intensity (amplitude) and pulse width
ReliaMed® GM320T Digital Tens Unit Specifications:
Channel: Dual, isolated between channels
Pulse intensity: Adjustable, 0-80 mA peak into 500 ohm load each channel, constant current
Pulse Rate: adjustable from 1 to 160 Hz
Pulse Width: Adjustable, from 50 to 260 microseconds.
Patient compliance meter: shows the treatment times in hours
Patient lock system: prevents the user from changing any fixed parameters set by the physician or licensed practitioner
Wave Form: Asymmetrical Bi-Phase Square Pulse
Voltage: 0 to 110 V
Power Supply: One 9V battery (Alkaline or Nickel-Cadmium Rechargable)
Dimensions: 3.9" H x 2.45" W x 1" D
Weight: 140 grams with battery
Included: Batteries
Warranty: one-year manufacturer warranty

About TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) therapy:
It is a set of electrodes which are placed on the skin on your back and it emits an electrical signal which stimulate your neurons through the skin. (Thus the name.) The sensation is more like the tingling and numbness of your jaw after dental work than like pain.

The year's past purchase that has been the best investment I have had to reduce pain and tears. My Hot tub. I have a smaller one maybe 300 gal. I have it in the garage as I can not tolerate to have it out in the weather like a Healthy body would like. Also the added cost of heating it in the Northeast would be crazy to pay.

The deep penatrating to the muscles and bones is great. I tolerate the higest blast fine, but sitting with the slower speed is great too. The one I have has a hydro therapy setting, but I like using the jets to hit the trigger point knots.
I never used the bath mat types but my dil had one we bought when she was pregnant and loved it. THe bubbles and I am not sure if the thing had a heat cycle, but I know it was along mat in the bottom of the tub and up the back.
Conair Thermal Spa Full-Body Massaging Bath Mat
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Walmart for $99.
I think this is a huge unit for us to deal with and need help or a SPOT to hang and pull down to use.

There is another device, Conair Body Benefits Powerful Dual Jet Bath Spa
$38.74 . I never tried, but I am thinking about having for the summer when I do not run the hot tub. If anyone can review information on this item GREAT. The price is not much so I don;t expect too much in the relief area as the hot tub jets.
It does state:Turn your bathtub into your own private spa! The Body Benefits Deluxe Hydro Bath Spa is the perfect way to soothe your tired and aching muscles at home.

On/off button
Powerful, multidirectional, dual water jet action
Adjustable dual water-jet nozzles
16-foot adapter cord
Removable filter for easy cleaning
Mood light with intensity adjustment
50% more power than the leading water jet bath spahttp://i.walmartimages.com/i/p/00/07...26_215X215.jpg

Many years ago I purchased a hand wax dip. BUT you have to turn it down beofre putting in the hands of TOSers. Just a bit so you do not feel overwhelemed from the ehat. . You dip the hands in and put them in bags provided. Then peel off the wax after it cools.

In the winter this is great when I feel like I can't get my hands working.
I found this one with Shea Butter parrifin for $50.


http://www.hammacher.com/publish/749...E&cm_ite=74976
This device uses warm shea butter paraffin to moisturize and revitalize dry, chapped, or cracked hands and elbows. A natural moisturizer, shea butter has high levels of vitamins A and E and has been used in Africa for over two hundred years to protect skin from the intense heat, sun, and wind. Simply fill the basin with shea butter paraffin, turn the device on and, once the wax melts, immerse your hand in the warm, soothing wax several times. After a few minutes, the wax hardens and, as it is peeled from the skin it exfoliates, resulting in deeply moisturized, smooth hands and elbows. The heated wax reaches a soothing 130° F, relieving sore muscles and joints. Includes 3 lbs. of lavender-scented shea butter wax and cuticle cream

I have this Remote for my TV, mainly the brainfog and smallness of the others I miss place or loose them. They can be found for under $9.99\


Also, in houseware sections there are tons of wide rubberized grip handles for all the peeling, cutting needs.

The stocking stuffer priced items:
K-Mart in the bath soap section has Lavendar Epson Salts GREAT scent and relief. There is a less costly huge bag also of regular epsom salts.

Biofreeze, or Lavendar Cryogel. I live on this stuff and buy off E-bay. I don't spend more then $6.50 and shipping on it. I will look up the sellers name that has been proved reliable.

I use the Roll on, easier to apply and feels great to dig in and rub.

Now for all the shopping needs, I use a cloth cart bag buddy...I can put all the bags in. On trips, it totes the small cooler, jackets, I could not find the one I have, but this site has a nicer one I am going to buy:
It is 8 lb, and there is another site that has free shipping from the lady that developed it...I will look for that site.

http://www.elderstore.com/bag-buddy-...ping-cart.aspx

The BagBuddyCart is a folding cart that's fashionable enough to take to the mall, outlet stores, farmer's market or anywhere you need help carrying items.

This cart's narrow design was created for easier navigation through narrow store aisles or even the aisles on busses or trains. A lot of folding shopping carts are not "aisle friendly;" you'll be pleased with the expanded abilities to navigate where you need to go.

And the aisles are even more accessible with the BagBuddyCart because it has front swivel wheels!

The BagBuddyCart also has rear wheel brakes to keep it from rolling. You won't have to keep a hold of it even if you're on an incline.

The mesh bag on this cart is different from most all carts on the market. It makes it more "store shopping" friendly as the store security guards can see what you have in your cart and won't be rushing over to check your cart before you leave their store. This is a perfect cart to be used for laundry; you will be able to lift the mesh bag with your laundry without having to stoop over to pull something out of the cart - a back saver!

This is a lightweight cart that will hold up to a 50 lb load.

The Buddy features:

attractive, fashionable design
lightweight, easy to maneuver
adjustable height handles
collapses like an umbrella stroller
rear wheel brakes
adjustable cup holder is included
mesh bag design with large pockets for storagei>
black and gray matching colors
front swivel wheels
narrow design for shopping aisles
ideal for carrying re-usable shopping bags
ergonomically designed (comfortable to hold) handles
fits in trunk, or back seat of your car
stores easily in your closet>
50 lb load capacity
SpeSpecifications:

Adjustable height handle - (39 - 40 inches)
cart is 18 inches wide
24 inches deep
4.5 inch wheel diameter
Mesh/nylon bag is 29" high (in front), 24" high (in rear)
Bag is 12 wide and 17 inches deep
8.5" x 11" pocket with hook and loop closures
the cart weighs 8 pounds
There is some assembly required. Easy to understand instructions are included with each cart.

Please note: This cart is not suitable, nor was it intended, to be used as an alternative to a walker. Heavy pressure on the handles could cause the cart to "go out from underneath." This is not a cart suitable for an elderly or infirm person who needs assistance walking or for balance.

This is my grand momma, that goes on all day trips or vacations:

Duro-Med Traditional Steel Rollator, Blue
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Durable steel construction will provide years of mobility freedom to the user
Large 8" airless tires provide the user with effortless travel over most terrain, including gravel, sand and thick carpeting
Features include a removable tray, a basket for personal belongings and a seat for resting
Traditional loop-lock brakes ensure safety and security for those that require or want a rolling aid for balance or support
Folds easily and compactly for storage and travel

When we went to Disney and the local fair it was great. I can even get a lift, or ride my kiddo on the seat with little effort. There is a great releif to back pain when you can lean on this and walk also the valuable storage area and I attach a carrier for drrinks and storage too.
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I attach it to everything I wheel.
Anyone else have a wish list or review of anything they have?
Di

My wishlist has DragonSpeak Naturally on it so I can do it at home (currently I only get to use the college's software at school).
And industrial IcyHot like the PT uses.
a kneeling computer chair
central heat for my house
a maid
over the door traction
massage rollers- especially the omni ball and cell rollers
serrated rocking knives>> its so hard to cut Christmas turkey and ham

that's all i can think of but Santa can bring me anything and I'll be happy

I like your list and I'm trying to add my picks as well but there are so many form this website I got from p. therapy, I'm giving the site name.

activeforever.com

I want hair dryer stand
Any of the Book holders
Prism Glasses ( you can lay in bed and read or watch tv without straining)
Rocking knife
Em Wave stress reducer
and there are so many more but it is a wish list so i cshould go on but Ihave to get moving today!

Merry Christmas

I love the can opener like your jar opener so I'm adding that to my list as well.

Right now i just want the roads to thaw out {packed snow/ice} and the power to stay on

Oh Jo, I wish warmer weather your way, our snow may melt by the weekend as it is calling for rain.

For my Christmas list: I got my jar opener, the shitzu massager from Rite Aid for $69. with $30 instant off. There was not a lot of padding so I threw a towel over it and it knewaded out great for the price.

I also got a grab-it from the husband.

Lavendar Epsom Salts by Dr. Teals at Walmart that just soak away the aches.

Comfy Pj's an electric throw blanket, new pads for my TENs

A 2 ft by 3 ft anatomy Book, I can see life size Brachial Plexus nerve bundle, all the nerves in the arm, pherenic, Every part of every system of the body...my older son and dil got it, Doc Hop's.
My heart still aches and I have no cure for that....the empty seat is unbearable at the table....
But I love you all on here dearly and my love hugs.
Di

Di, I have that Body Book also - excellent reference tool.

All these gifts sound wonderful - I'm planning to get a cervical traction device with my Christmas money.

I got the homedics neck massager with heat for xmas!!!! I didn't put it on the list here but I did see it in a store with my friend and she took note as i was pawing it yearnfully :P She's the BEST
YAY!!!!! I love it

When I look in my closet I swear each year it grows with items my dear grammy never had, but I wonder would she ever need them

I just wish everyone a less painful 2009.
Keep each other in out hearts, thoughts and prayers.

I have a long battle ahead with the kiddos SSDI, and also new beginings......

So difficult to get through the holidays. I hope this New year to be a stronger advocate for the loss of my daughter. There are dozens of attorneys working for her now, that her loss was not in vain.

A long battle, but in a short time I can share the public battle. Nothing will bring my dear De back, but what happened to her I hope never to have another family have this loss due to health system negligence.
I have a hope and star to keep my eye on.
Love to all
Di

I hope everyone had a nice Christmas or holiday season !

I wanted a clean house for Christmas

I had already decided to use some of my SSDI backpay to spring for an eow maid again. I used to have one when I worked 60+ hours/week, but stopped when they stole from me. Problem is, I need things picked up enough so a cleaner can do their job, so I asked for a picked up house for Christmas.

I told my kids (12 and 14)in September I wanted it done by Thanksgiving or Christmas was canceled. They made a last minute push on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving, so I said they could have more time, but they were losing their number one wish list item and we wouldn't have time to set up the tree.

They were psyched I went to the black Friday sales.......and they promptly stopped working

Another last minute push Dec 24th, but too little too late. Their presents are stacked up in the dining room.....but they aren't getting them until I get my present. Useless hubby just says, "not my mess, I'm not cleaning."

Our stalemate continues........



So, I asked for Dragon Speak too, but don't know if I've gotten it

I have a portatble cervical traction thing like Jo has pictured......I love it ! I also have a lay down on the floor model which works better but is impractical to take out of the house.

Good for you Finz!!! Super Nanny would totally approve of the gift witholding. Don't cave in! I am rooting for you