Stories
Privacy
Download
See Alike in...
Alike App
Browser
634d
Hey, I use a service dog for medical alert and light Mobility. But I might be needing a wheelchair soon. I’m trying to get over the initial internalised ableism and just focus on figuring the whole process out… But there’s just SO MUCH the whole thing is pretty daunting! I thought it wouldn’t be a bad idea to hop on here and ask if any of y’all’ve been through something similar and/or had any tips?💚
2
5
Share
Chronic Generalized pain
Chronic Pain
Physical Therapy
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis
advertisement
632d
@rj.crow same for me !
1
633d
I’ve got custom braces on all ankles and wrists, platform crutches, and a service dog. I feel like a fraud all the time despite so many specialist doctors and surgeries telling me it’s real. This stuff is hard. I hope you get through it
@Student_girl where did you get the custpm braces ?
0
@quantumkirby my ankles are AFOs which you get a prescription for and then an orthotist makes, and my wrists are custom molded ones I got at an ortho doc
I’m working on the same sort of internalized ableism. The thing that’s helped me the most is watching youtube videos and tiktoks of people who use mobility aids talking about them and just living life. It’s helped normalize it for me and made me feel much more comfortable with my disabilities
☝ This content is generated by our users and it is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult with your physician before making any medical decision
Want to chat or share? Download the Alike app now and get complete access to Alike.health's unique features.
Instantly get answers to medical questions with our AI, built from the collective wisdom of our community facing similar experiences
Write your question here...
Download Alike for the full experience
Copy Link
Copied
Discover your Alikeness™ with people who are on the same journey, gain wisdom and get emotional relief in a secure & anonymous space.
4.7 Ratings
Scan code or click below download the app
Bupropion
night sweats
paranoid
Valium
sertraline
palpitations
Anxiety (Including GAD)
Depression
Alike health
Instantly get answers to medical questions with our AI, built from the collective wisdom of our community facing similar experiences
Related Questions