Quadriplegic Morning Routine | How I Get Ready Everyday

[@justmacy2437]

As a C6-C7 quad myself I just want to say how important and influential you are to everyone who's going through these changes for the first time. It is so unbelievably difficult in the beginning. And for you, and others like you, to put yourself out there to try and help is so commendable. You deserve all the praise and support. Best wishes, and thank you for everything.

[@coreyaustin14]

I appreciate your words and Mahalo for watching! Any suggestions for future videos? I definitely value your perspective as a fellow quad!

[@justmacy2437]

@@coreyaustin14 personally, I’m interested in hearing about career paths for people in our position. I have been unemployed since my accident and would like to hear about some of the things that maybe you do or had considered doing work-wise.

[@coreyaustin14]

@@justmacy2437 That is a great idea! I didn't even think of that! I am actually a high school health teacher. That is why all my videos are during the summer lol. Will definitely speak on this! Thanks Macy!

[@Sdot87]

I remember these days as a caregiver having to assist with basic daily routine. Thank you for sharing. Makes me want to get back into the field. I had GREAT clients.

[@alanharrison4908]

You don't know how much we the ableish bodied people appreciate what you've just shown us Thank you.

[@steveb7429]

I have so much respect and admiration for you. You obviously are a person of strength and perseverance. We need more people with your character in this world. You are awesome 😎

[@booboolou8505]

Good to see you posting again! I’m not in a wheel chair, but am partially paralyzed from the waste down. So I’m encouraged by your life, how you handle your situation and by your willingness to share your story!

[@coreyaustin14]

Much respect to you!!!

[@spidrawebster]

Just ran into your video tonight. I’m disabled and not a wheelchair user (yet). Before I became disabled, I used to help with some caretaking duties for a friend with MD. There’s such a huge spectrum of disability out there that it’s really helpful to see what you’re putting out here. I think it helps not just folks who just became injured in a similar way, but it can potentially help abled teachers & employers understand all the stuff folks have to get through on the way to school or work (or anywhere else people are going). Thanks for what you’ve shared (and thank you to your caretaker as well for being cool with it being filmed).

[@coreyaustin14]

Mahalo for your words! As long as it helps someone in someway it is all worth it!

[@jmarshal]

It’s so important for people to see just how people with disabilities live and have a new normal they have to work with. I’m disabled with a degenerative syndrome and will likely end up in a chair, and already find it very difficult to look after myself. Thank you for sharing your life and point of view. It helps so much with awareness and empathy from those who watch. Keep doing you 👍

[@marcusdub07]

My best friend from childhood was paralyzed in a car accident a few years ago and I appreciated his candid conversation with me about his routines and issues, it was a pleasure he trusted me to help him for a time. It was and still is an adjustment for him with many new challenges along the way...compliance with his personal care routine is what makes all the difference. Thank you for sharing.

[@pauloroarty1799]

Hi Corey and thank you for educating me as I really had no idea what was involved in daily life for you and I am kind of ashamed that I have never given these situations much thought. Naturally, I am sorry for the situation you find yourself in and I wish you well. Thank you again.x

[@GarryD]

I love that your sense of humor is intact... Very inspirational. I bet you give so many people hope. Praying for more good/great days than Grey skies. 🙏

[@JanelleFranks91]

It’s so good to see that you’re doing videos again! My cousin is a C5-C6 incomplete quadriplegic. You’re right, stretching is so important. I’m a massage therapist and when I work on him, I do stretches and get that circulation in his legs & feet especially. I look forward to seeing more videos.

[@cupidok2768]

Omg the guy can see him completely naked. This is very stressful

[@mannys9130]

Thank you for being vulnerable in order to help educate myself and many other curious people like me in the world. I love your attitude.

[@endtimeawakening5557]

I was injured at 38 years old 20 years ago. Almost 60 now I do almost everything from the bed. I bathe in the bed with waterproof pads, even wash my hair in the bed. I also do all my bowel and bladder needs from the same bed that I sleep in. I would suggest using an alternating pressure pad pump and mattress if you're bedridden. This helps to eliminate pressure sores which can be deadly. Having access to the internet makes this kind of life a lot easier. I can't imagine what they did before the modern era. I know that life expectancy was far shorter back then...

[@stevemckenzie4381]

Hey Cory my names Steve originally from Scotland and I worked with neuro patients in rehab as an RN for many years, it could be heavy work but I loved it. Man I want to encourage you to make more of ur videos covering your other activities of daily living. Your routine is complex but you having an amazing way of conveying everything in a comprehensive, detailed description using terms and language and which everyone even someone new either caring or being cared for could easily grasp. Plz keep them coming guy u r an inspiration. By the way are ur family from the 🇵🇭? It could explain a lot about ur amazing gift and outlook. Sorry man I'm also gay u r cute and don't u worry ur body is buff! (very unprofessional of me, I've never said it before thankfully to a patients lol). Ur special man keep them coming ur excellent. Blessings 🙌 and peace. Steve.

[@coreyaustin14]

Mahalo for watching Steve!

[@annburchard6199]

You have a wonderful caregiver. Bless him. He does everything, that I did my patients.

[@salvadormartinez9320]

Your caregiver is awesome and you have a great attitude. I can’t imagine.

[@hamb4945]

Thank you for sharing all the intimate moments. I've been a Caregiver for about 5yrs before I became a nurse. I miss doing this. Thanks again.

[@sancx]

Interesting video man thanks for sharing. Seeing the every day routine you have to manage, it makes me think how fortunate we are to live in first world countries with access to so much support. Can't imagine living in a poorer country without the same level of assistance available, must be damn hard

[@someguyontheinternet2714]

Much respect to you and all the disabled people out there (and caregivers) who fight everyday! You are strong and I'm proud of you all! Much love!

[@coreyaustin14]

Aloha and mahalo for watching!!

[@kejuantaylor21]

I'm c5 c6 the wheelchair ♿ will not hold me Down I have leg movement and I'm constantly moving 😇..who ever see this you will walk again don't believe anything else you hear ❤❤ keep retraining the movement you have. 🧠💪

[@braunsenkalaikai8958]

Hey Corey, just stumbled upon your channel and realized I was your neighbor in Kohina. I have since moved back to Seattle...lol thanks for sharing your story with the world. You are an inspiration. Keep up the amazing content.

[@timtailor]

I have so much respect for you or even every caretaker out there helping people live normal life.

[@janedavid684]

Hi Corey - William and Diana's mom here in Fed Way. Thanks for sharing and being so honest. You rock.

[@opportunityknox8575]

Corey thank you for sharing the real in your life. May you keep strong, be loved and always keep well. God be with you. 🙏🤩

[@williamramirez3087]

Hi Corey I came across your Chanel . You got a whole community here cheering for you!!!! ❤️

[@JayyMunster]

Stay positive!! It's so powerful watching this ❤️

[@gooch0113]

Hey Corey, this is Brindon from UH! We were incoming freshmen together and hung out a few times. Love the transparency brotha. I look forward to continue seeing you putting in work and posting about your journey. You're awesome!

[@coreyaustin14]

Howzit Brandon! Super good to hear from you! I appreciate your words! Hope all is well! Sending you much aloha from the 808!

[@westhavenor9513]

Thank you for sharing this part of you life. I really had no idea. Very thoughtful and real presentation. You seem like a really sweet human being and I wish you the best ❤

[@Knappa22]

Fine looking man! I wish I still had hair like that - the skin fade fashion is so defined and smart looking :)

[@tyamada21]

My prayers are with you and others like you that one day soon science will discover how to make everything come back to normal. From my heart to yours - Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo

[@yingyangfeet]

Mahalo Nui Loa for sharing Braddah, I appreciate you opening up and putting in the work.

[@coreyaustin14]

Come home brahhh!!

[@Variable11A]

I have a SPC now but I’m a C6 and used to self cath. I used Coloplast Speedicath Compact and it feels like it was made for us. I use my mouth to twist the container open and then put my thumb through the P bag that way the catheter never touches my hands and prevents UTIs. Just thought I’d share. Thank you for the video bro I have friends with our injury, and this will help me show them what my mornings are like

[@MrJason300]

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us :)

[@butternuttt]

that you so much for being so open and sharing your daily routine

[@DayumQuitPlayin]

Hey, thanks for making this video. I’ve always wanted to know how these things work with people and you were willing to show us. Thanks for giving us a glimpse of your private life and answering questions many of us have.

[@coreyaustin14]

I appreciate your words! Thank you for watching! Much love and aloha to you!

[@natej987]

Thank u for the video. Ur awesome. Ur caregiver is lucky to have you too.

[@MrRatherino]

just starting ..hmmm you failed to mention you are also an inspiration! and I know just the person who will be following your am routine whether they like it or not tomorrow!

[@boristapi6741]

You have many courage in your condition and i admire you for your strenght. You are so strong and positive. Thank you for the little sharing of your life and i wish you all the blessings

[@coreyaustin14]

Appreciate your words! Thanks for watching!

[@Jordan-pf9ws]

I was a care giver for years. I love your appartment, what a great space.

[@coreyaustin14]

Much respect and aloha to you!

[@MichaelSmith-hs5iu]

Corey, Thank You very much for showing us this video. I have always wondered how you did the whole bathroom thing.

[@quadtrialsandtheories]

Good work bro!! Good to see u taking full control and hitting your marks💪🤙

[@blue_jay31]

Wow , the best of luck !

[@MariamPareArt]

Hey bro, just came across your channel today! I am also a quad. Loving your videos. Hope to see more!

[@teresayang6945]

Life is not easy for you ! You’re doing your best ❤

[@kendrickf614]

Stay Beautiful Young Man, You A Strong And Always Blessed 🙏🏿❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@stevemckenzie4381]

Excellent ur bed transfers next, it says it all I'm excited to watch. Are u able to answer a few straight forward questions about ur routine at some point. Take care buddy. Steve

[@nicole6510]

I’m glad you posted! I love your videos 😍 Lots of love from Washington ❤️

[@coreyaustin14]

Mahalo for watching!

[@loiswilson846]

Very interesting on your getting ready for the day, I'm sure you've helped the curiosity of people 👍😏

[@thomasrickit678]

Thanks heaps for a glimpse into your life. Big shout out to you and your caregivers.

[@barbaragraham9961]

Very Interesting. Thanks for sharing. God bless you.

[@Heatsauce70506]

Thanx for sharing.

[@billybrown4595]

Lots of love from Texas. And thank you for posting the video.

[@marly1915]

I have so much respect for you!

[@tyreebrownart]

I hated the bowel program. God helped my body to bm, it's not perfect but no more BP. this was a great video

[@saigeon7366]

You are a very strong individual and I admire you for that

[@ladyb7440]

Let’s praise this caregiver, he’s the star here !!!

[@kenpreston6146]

I wish you well Corey.

[@Jervisdude]

I have so much respect for care givers. Hopefully stem cell research can help this young man regain some mobility some day.

[@rubenndeanpaulalws1177]

I`m a super fan!

[@benlabio8306]

God bless you , bro! 🙏🏽💪🏽

[@coreyaustin14]

Mahalo for watching!!

[@justthatjoeguy]

Thank you for sharing this. Wish you well

[@Dibs1978]

Sincere Questions, apologies if insensitive: I always thought Quadriplegic meant a loss of 4 limb mobility? I assume I had the wrong idea. How long have you been disabled? Your legs still appear to have good definition and range. How long did it take you/did you get over the psychological aspect of lack of privacy and independence? Do you build a genuine connection with your caregiver, (friendship) or does it remain purely that of caregiver? Did you maintain your same friendship circles? Was there significant challenges to remaining friends without any feeling of being a burden, pity, inability to attend some activities etc? Do you suffer from depression (as a result of your disability, not in general)? If yes, how do you cope with it? Mad respect to you man. Love from South Africa.

[@coreyaustin14]

Very good questions! Quadriplegic or quadriplegia means impairment in all four limbs, not necessarily a total loss. So my hand function is actually pretty bad and I have one tricep on my left side that still kind of works. I just made 12 years since my injury and because I do my morning range of motion and stretching every day, I like to think that is why they are like that. I believe the first two years are the hardest for anyone with a spinal cord injury. You are learning your body, adjusting to your new life, accepting help, ETC. Actually, you just inspired me. I will answer all these questions in a video!

[@christinakoy7459]

Keep spirit corey😊🙏💪 GODblessyou

[@jairomaduro8858]

May God Bless you…

[@bazabdulkader8577]

you are a real fighter. You have my fully respect

[@coreyaustin14]

Mahalo for watching!

[@ironscalp2241]

Thanks for sharing your morning routine. I want to share this with my client for encouragement.

[@anthonyc8257]

God bless u

[@widyasanjayaputra9758]

Wow..first time see this vlog, its so touching my heart, and make me remember one of my church member had been half of her bodr paralysize. Hopefully your video will make other inspired eventhough they have deficiency. God bless

[@johnsugden7792]

You have a huge positive attitude this is the first time I’ve seen your videos may I ask the injury how it happened

[@coreyaustin14]

I have two videos on the entire story, but I was hurt diving into shallow water.

[@kgspvgsp7569]

By the way, we use the same body wash. Cheers Corey

[@MichaelGeorge161]

You deserve more views - 31k is a crime

[@janosattilalakatos1665]

You are very strong. 💪👍👏I am so proud of you! Good to see your happines and your smilling. 😊🙂😉 Jesus loves you! You are very important for him! 🙏

[@VanLifeVoyages]

"Super fun stuff." 🤣🤣 #NeverQuit #QuadLife 👍

[@hockywin]

Much love from Colorado! I’m the guy you know from AirTurn. 😁 I might be headed to Hawaii next year. Would be awesome to meet up man!

[@coreyaustin14]

Appreciate it Dan! Yeah!!! Let me know!!

[@markrobinson5221]

use your mind at this moment in your life.

[@stevefreedman470]

May the Lord bless you always.. 🙏

[@wangmichel2424]

Bon courage 👍👍👍you are so strong ❤️❤️❤️

[@jennifermuse9154]

Thank you for sharing 😊

[@quadgirl3190]

Welcome back. Miss watching your videos. I'm a C4-6 quad. Aren't you worried that your caregiver will call in sick? Do you have a back up caregiver?

[@coreyaustin14]

Thanks! That has happened in the past. Rarely now though. I have 3 on a set schedule and luckily my agency here does a good job with coverage. Trust me, I’ve had times where some caregivers were no call no show and family had to step in.

[@shellmj1]

Are your caregivers nurses or home health aides?

[@aerontudor6542]

Dammm dude you are brave!

[@coreyaustin14]

How so? Putting my ass out there? Lol. At the end of the day, if it helps someone, worth it

[@tonpeters6077]

Respect to you..|

[@sigma_curry]

as a quad useful for ppl to know this

[@gregzeng]

Body weight? Will it increase over the years ahead? In Sydney, Australia, my employer was the Australian Quadriplegic Association, 1978_85. My caregiver job, before my own serious car accident, 1984, was too many quadriplegic adults, men and women. There was no training at that time. From your comments & questions, there is so much to explain to outsiders.

[@dlbrittain1976]

hey corey...great info....i did the morning program with a NON-VENT quad.....lots of work is involved

[@coreyaustin14]

Thank you for your work! My day does not begin without people like you!

[@dlbrittain1976]

@@coreyaustin14 thanks corey...truly a team effort

[@georgestiros4392]

God bless you

[@fontainemoa9637]

Thank you for sharing 💜 god bless 🙏

[@jae6506]

Thanks for sharing🤗

[@PrahaladSharma-gu3fn]

God bless you❤

[@MarkoPetejan]

A friend of mine was doing the same thing for a few years as a caregiver and he didn't exactly like it. After seeing this, I don't understand why

[@brendashort3294]

Good job Corey. It's no crime asking for help when you really need it. My mom (who passed away in 1996 from Cancer) used to be my caregiver and I had to rely on her to washed and dressed me. But, my Physical Therapist said it was time to learn how dressed myself and how to shower on my own. So, yes I feel like a Champ because I can do some things on my very own. It may take me longer than average but, getting ready on my own is Victory for me. Thanks Corey for sharing your morning routine. Have a wonderful Summer. And please make more videos. 👍👍🙂😎🙂👏👏👕👖

[@coreyaustin14]

Thank you for your words and for watching! Wow, yeah I am all for celebrating successes and whatever works for you! I can dress myself, it just takes forever lol. I know the feeling though, every time I put in my contacts and fold large amounts of laundry I get that feeling lol! Mahalo again Brenda!

[@brendashort3294]

@@coreyaustin14 Thanks Corey and keep doing what you're doing...making your videos!!! 🙂😎🙂

[@daniellabrooks1522]

Thank you for sharing very helpful

[@coreyaustin14]

Thanks for watching!

[@indratraveling9196]

Mantap

[@garay0]

Hi ,can you let me know where did you get your shower wheelchair. Model or reference name or number ,where to buy it. How much does it cost.please. Thanks for sharing ,your videos are very helpful,specially the exercise parts

[@jerryjohns7358]

You have a great personality. I hope you find a partner that appreciates all of you!

[@coreyaustin14]

I have and she is amazing!

[@suplolok8873]

u r a tough guy… im sure you can walk back very soon💪

[@joseguadalupezavalaoseguer9492]

I'm c4-5 incomplete, thanks for sharing

[@abecoulter8550]

if you can use your hands dosent that make you a paraplegic not quad? Paraplegia refers to the loss of movement and sensation in both legs and, sometimes, part of the lower abdomen. Quadriplegia affects all four limbs and, sometimes, parts of the chest, abdomen, and back. Both are forms of paralysis that often result from injury to the spinal cord.

[@coreyaustin14]

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[@ger90shields80]

Ur so beautiful mate ur eyes thanks to tell us all this xxx

[@tomdimartino7361]

I hope they find a cure for this one day, it's hard to watch, I don't believe in God but I still prey for you.

[@philbuell6657]

I have a question. You have use of your arms, how is it you are considered a quadriplegic? Does para mean 2 and quad mean 4? No disrespect meant, actually curious. Good luck in your endeavours!

[@coreyaustin14]

No disrespect taken at all. Actually when I get called a para that actually feels like a compliment. But quadriplegia is defined by impairment in all four limbs, not necessarily total loss. So like I don’t have very good hand function and I have the use of my tricep on my left arm. Thanks for watching!!