My ThermaPool

The steps getting in my Thermapool has been a challenge since day one but there are many factors involved that held me back from getting an accessible lift.  One, the chair lifts are at Least $2,200 and most that would actually work are over $3,000, way out of my reach financially.  It's been a year now every few weeks I would research pool lifts or alternate lifts and finally found something in my price range and easy to use!!  Looking forward to getting in and out more independently and safer!!!:)   

Getting in my Thermapool is a challenge.  I don't get to use the pool as much as I would like to because only a few people can put me in.  I need help getting up the steps.  I go up sitting with assistance from my caretaker.  It's starting to take a toll on her back and makes me less eager to want to get in.  Getting out with only minimal help is not a problem, It's just getting in the pool.  I've been researching pool lifts for months but since my ceiling is low, it's a challenge.  Also they run close to $2,000 for a handicap chair pool lift which is something I can't afford.  So until I find a solution I will not be able to use the pool everyday which is a bummer.  Hopefully this new year will bring some new ways to get me in the pool safe and with ease...

With the weather here in PA being in the negative, I feel more pain, stiffness and I'm in the house a lot because it's just too cold for me.  Even with a warm jacket, scarf and boots, I feel horrible when It's this cold.  Fortunately, I have a Thermapool in my basement which has helped my physical and mental state.  It's hard living with CMT everyday, but the warm water therapy has made this winter so much better then the past winters!!  I have never felt this good this time of year!!  Whether it's training, or just getting in the water to walk and move, it's a good day.  I always feel so much relief after I get out of the warm water, it never fails me....Ever!!!!   :). I will NEVER give up!!!!!

The more I workout in my Thermapools, the more I am learning about the huge benefits of just being emerged in warm water!  It's pretty fascinating how the body reacts to water.  Tissues in the body start to heal where needed and the heart rate goes down oxygen levels up, heart and blood flow is running smoother and so much more!!  It's not just my arms and legs that are benefiting, but my entire body inside and out!!  I can already tell my breathing is stronger as is my core which was always a huge struggle for me to strengthen do to CMT!  2018 is coming up, I think it's going to be a good year for my health thanks to my indoor pool!! Look for me doing a new program exercise with my new OT Liz.  We start next week doing core and back strengthening along with shoulder exercises. We will incorporate my thermapool in my program and use my leg braces in the water for walk training..... stay tuned!!