In this category. I will write about my experiences, sharing what living with the disability known as Cerebral Palsy is like for me.
What is Cerebral Palsy?
Cerebral Palsy is a neurological condition where parts of the brain don’t develop properly. It can be caused by infection or abnormal brain development. In my case, I was born three months early so the part of my brain that controls movement never developed properly. The reason for my premature birth was never discovered.
How does your disability affect you?
My disability affects my arms and legs, which means I have poor dexterity, and I cannot stand or walk unaided. My need for equipment to assist me in life is a must, as is my need for care support. I have to access services to get this assistance. As a result, my opinions have become well-formed over the years!
I rely on my wheelchair to move around and grab bars to transfer. In order to transfer, all of my equipment needs to be at the correct height and in the right place. Because of this, I have a wet room with grab bars surrounding the toilet, a shower chair, a slide sheet to assist me in transferring in and out of my shower chair, a custom-made manual wheelchair and a profiling bed.
Without the above products, which I will review, I would be reliant on a hoist, as many people with a disability do! While there is nothing wrong with this, hoists are large and take up space. It is also healthier for me to use my muscles and move my body as much as possible.
