I still use the cane at home, especially when the weather turns cold. I have virtually stopped using the newer, heavier leg brace while in the chair due to calf pain from the chronic positional dorsiflexion. The diary, when studied in depth, gave me a clearer picture of how much reduction in physical exertion was needed to be relieved of pain. Simple matter to then adjust plans for the day up or down to prevent pain break through. The most difficult area remaining of final acceptance is now attempting to meet and date as a single woman.
Some dates just refuse to be seen in public with a woman in a wheelchair.
No matter what circumstances start a new dating experience, the PPS Dragon eventually rears up and scorches the spontaneity. I have even had men assume that Polio makes one totally devoid of all sensation, with women becoming frigid, and other assorted nonsense. The funniest experiences have been those that expect me to be deaf, mentally slow, or drool a lot. The final area that signifies the most internal peacemaking with the PPS Dragon has been finding new, non-physical challenging hobbies in which to immerse my mind and talents. Subjects such as Ayurveda, Aromatherapy, Massage techniques and oils, and Chinese Herbal medicine are topics that I am researching to find helpful techniques for PPS symptoms.