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Medical Supplies & Devices - equipment


Expert: Lee Leichter - 11/6/2000

Question
Where can I purchase special, everyday devices and quipments for a person with Spinal Cord Injury(levelC4), that could help him do things on his own?

Answer
Magda,

Most equipment designed for a person with a spinal cord injury is considered a medical product by the Food and Drug Administration and would need to be prescribed by a doctor or other health professional.  I would suggest working through a doctor or physical therapist to identify the appropriate devices.  They will also have catalogs of products that may not need a prescription.

You could also check to see if there is a spinal cord injury support group that may be of more help.

Lee Leichter

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