My ThermaPool

It's been a cold winter here in PA. and lots of snow which keeps me in the house a lot.  My scooter doesn't work in the snow, can't get wet from rain and being outside in the cold makes my joints and muscles ache and burn which is very painful.  Having a progressive neuropathy is painful in itself, then the bitter cold just makes it worse.  Needless to say, I would rather just stay in unless I need to run errands with my caretaker.  Having my warm water thermapool in my basement the last year had make my winter not so bad.  I'm still able to workout, walk, swim and dance in my pool whenever I want!!  It's changed my life and made me even more health conscious then I was. My general health has improved and I finally quit that nasty habit of smoking!!  I will never touch a cigarette again!!!  I feel better every week and eating more fruits and greens.  It's been a goal of mine to quit smoking and eat more green and well I DID IT!!!  I'm s...

It's been about 2 months since I started my new physical therapy and occupational therapy program with Dynamic Home Therapy!!  Here is some pics of Liz (OT) and I working on my traps and upper back.  Due to the way my body progressing with CMT symptoms, my shoulders neck, back are starting to become more painful and some arthritis is forming so I'm doing my Best to stay active but gentle in my daily workouts!!!  Being in 93 degree water and standing is also a huge factor in my well being and strength!!  The circulation in my legs lasts for hours even after I get out of the pool!!  Here are some standing rows using my green band for resistance!  #BandtogetherforCMT