Day in the Life of an Active Paraplegic

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Hey friends, thanks for watching, if you haven't seen Part 1 of this video, check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g32olZVor9KqgdU&ab_channel=FreddotheWheelchairGuy

[@Kenzie_McIntyre]

its 8am in Sydney i am at work on the SCI and i was playing this video to a couple of newly injured young guys ...i love to show them your life and handy hacks ..imagine my shock at the blast at the ending !! well they are all laughing like mad and sadly we don't hear a lot of laughing in here at times ...Thanks Fred ...xx

[@sibongilethwala7080]

That pillow is such a clever invention. I have to save for a robot vac/ mop.

[@Jeffrey-fw7ph]

That's a cozy house. Very inviting. And excellent work how you compile these videos. I learn so much and it's enjoyable.

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@chrisdonnell2575]

Appreciate your video and honestly.

[@TimSaundersC4]

Awesome video! As a C4 quadriplegic myself, I'm super jealous of everything you can do on your own. LOL. Keep up the great work, and keep those awesome videos coming!

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Thank you so much. I realise that as far as SCI goes, I'm very lucky indeed, and I don't take it for granted. I hope you found it helpful!

[@Ken-nm2du]

Hey

[@mizscarlettdragon]

Love the video, jealous of what you can do. I am a c4. I was never told about the stretching as much. I wish I knew more 2 years ago.

[@EmpoweredPara]

I am literally drinking protein powder hot chocolate as I watch this and I made it before I began the video so it's kinda hilarious that I decided to try something today that you have been doing already!

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

That is a crazy coincidence !

[@WheelchairLiving1]

Good video and tips! 27 years in and there's always more to learn or at least try.

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Amazing! I'm glad it helped

[@StarryDreamer28]

lol I agree on the pants, I have CP and able to kneel but the shimmy is soo much easier to do pants. as well as the tray. I've learned to play "soccer" by sliding stuff across the floor

[@maureensmith8327]

Brilliant video, I’m sure this will help a lot of people in a similar situation as you Fred xx

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Thanks mum ❤️

[@chris-i6u]

Thanks! I ordered the massage gun from amazon!

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Wow thank you! Very generous indeed 😊 enjoy the massage

[@chris-i6u]

If you need something else, my husband gets pain, muscle tightness, knots around his neck and shoulders. I got him a muscle roller stick for 10.00 from amazon. Actually when I bought it was 7.00. He was like this isn't going to work.........but to his surptise , it does!

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

@@chris-i6u oh that’s great, my girlfriend bought me one too actually 😊

[@tessahowes7789]

Great video Fred!

[@davidevans7204]

Re midnight leaks: have you considered bladder botox? Also, worth considering slow release bladder meds such a Neditol as they will potentially give better coverage of bladder spasms during the night. Great vid though - I appreciate your candid and unembarrassed approach.

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Thank you man. I appreciate your comment. when it comes to the incontinence, I suffered a little bit earlier on this year with it being a bit more frequent than I would like but if I’m honest, it rarely happens. I get a tingle when I need to go and it wakes me up, and it never happens in the daytime, so I’m pretty lucky

[@davidevans7204]

Yeah fair enough. I'm exactly the same. We are lucky 😅

[@jamiebond6349]

thanks for keeping it real!

[@silkedavid8876]

great video!

[@wanderingFran]

the second stretch looks very similar to happy baby pose, which is a legit yoga pose ;)

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

I do feel like a happy baby when I’m doing it 😊

[@simeonhartwig9174]

Dope vid freddo!

[@kristjano11]

More details about the toys would be very much appreciated :)

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Noted. I have done a video on it already called the ejaculation test, but very dated considering the amount my body has changed since then.

[@loyal4theway159]

i wish i have your optimism

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

It gets easier

[@dananov7899]

What is your injury level ? Your legs actually doesn’t look paralysed it’s amazing !!! I’m a t6 and have zero spasm my legs do not look toned as yours! Loved the video really helpful!

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Thanks, man. I really appreciate it. 😊 I do complain about my spasms a lot but you’re right. I do have a lot of muscle tone and it’s down to the spasms and most likely a high protein diet too. They are a gift and a curse so thanks for reminding me.

[@wheelswheelchairgirl67]

I like the look of the vacuum... can it vacuum along edges by skirting boards ,? I can't use a normal vacuum I've tried doing it in my wheelchair but it's too heavy to push and end up hurting myself... do they go around the whole room ? I'm thinking to save up for one

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

It’s incredible. It does the entire apartment when I’m out and when I come back, I just have to empty the little box - it goes underneath the couch it navigates around wires on the floor. It’s phenomenal. I would highly recommend it.

[@wheelswheelchairgirl67]

@@FreddotheWheelchairGuy OK thanks ...I will save up and get one next year after Christmas....cos vacuuming I can't do so this would be great .... I've tried a knee pillow but I couldn't get on with it .... I share aids too , but never seen these vacuums.... I will save up and get one thanks for sharing this

[@jihwan111]

Great video. I subscribed! :)

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Great, I hope you like the future content! I also have a lot of helpful videos from a few years ago that you might like to check out.

[@realros]

bro please make a video on vibrator n ejaculation..whats ur injury level? I'm c5c6 sci and want to know abt. sexual health and equipments

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Thanks man. Yeah, I could make another video about it. I already have one, if you search on my channel - the ejaculation test - you’ll find one from a few years ago. It’s pretty funny 🤣 - but things have definitely evolved since then . I could definitely make an updated version. Keep your eyes peeled and I will, try and get one out in the next few weeks

[@gregelliott3556]

What meds do you take every six hours ??

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Baclofen. Currently weaning off it. Documenting it weekly on the podcast if you’re interested. Currently 90mg a day, down from 120.

[@ophilips8117]

did you injured ur ankle before？

[@kashafsalam2]

How old are you

[@Ken-nm2du]

Do u ever use your leg braces

[@FreddotheWheelchairGuy]

Unfortunately very rarely these days, but I use my standing frame everyday