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    NIV Brands

    I have been using a resmed Astral 150 for over 5 years. I have 2 of them. I also have 2 external batteries. I am very happy with them. Steve
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    I need help figuring out what is wrong with my X8 Extreme Wheelchair.

    The X8 is a pretty specialized wheelchair suitable for a pretty limited number of people. You will need to find someone willing to buy a non working, specialized wheelchair with a broken shroud. 10 years ago I bought a non working x4 (predecessor to the x8). It too had a broken shroud. I...
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    I need help figuring out what is wrong with my X8 Extreme Wheelchair.

    I would use a multimeter to check for continuity at various cable connections. Start at the batteries, work your way to the power module,and then to joystick module. Repair the shroud with fiberglass and resin. Steve
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    Long term PWC under 400 lbs

    This will be quite a challenge. Picking a power wheelchair with rehab seating (leg lift, recline, tilt, elevate) is hard enough without constraining the weight of the wheelchair. I can't imagine doing so with the kind of weight limit you referred to. I have had 7 wheelchairs, 6 of which have...
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    Voice App

    TLB, I saw your message in my Profile area. I will respond here, as others may be interested in the answer. The TalkFree app (that is the name associated with the icon, but I guess it is not the name of the program) I am using on Android is free and is still available on Google Play Store...
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    Voice App

    I am using Talk Free on my android phone. It accepts various voice files. I have it configured to us a voice file I created with Model Talker quite awhile ago. It sounds remarkably like me. It is probably too late for your PALS to create a voice file, but Talk Free can use a variety of other...
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    Recently diagnosed Bulbar Onset Motor Neuron Disease

    I have been to the Mayo Clinic on Minnesota. That was about 13 years ago. It was not for a second diagnosis, but at the very early stage of having neurological symptoms. My experience is that they test a lot. They repeated every (I think) I had before getting there and added quite a few...
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    Wisconsin Medicare Recepients

    I am not in Wisconsin. I do have some experience as a Medicare participant, and will share some thoughts. Medicare parts A and B are great for me and I believe are essential. But, they are not enough. I chose to get a Medicare Supplement plan (Medigap). All the Medicare Advantage plans in...
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    Portable Bipap machine

    I am using an Astral 150. With 2 external batteries it will run for 22 hours. All of that fits in a Resmed-made bag that hangs on the back of my wheelchair.
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    Husband Told He has ALS, but they want to test for other things...

    I can't help you with the medical side of things, but do have some insight into AI (ChatGPT). I spent over 30 years in high tech and understand and have used the technologies behind many of the AI engines available. They have their place and can provide substantial value in the right...
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    Seat cushion advice

    I started out with a foam seat cushion in my power wheelchair. Within a year, that was no longer tolerable after an hour of use. I switched to using Roho Quadtro seat cushions and it has completely solved my problem. I have one for each wheelchair and also one for my desk chair that I spend a...
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    Lost health insurance, ? On ACA

    JAM, we live in the mountains of Colorado. On my computer, a person's country and state are displayed below their member name (if they have provided it). I don't mind at all repeating that information in this post, but just wanted to let you know that information is generally available while...
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    Lost health insurance, ? On ACA

    I had a health insurance through my employer that covered both my wife and me. When I transitioned off of that insurance onto Medicare, my wife got an ACA policy. It was very expensive where we live (one of the most expensive counties in the US for ACA policies), but we did not have any other...
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    Wheel chair van

    There are many things to think about when considering a wheelchair van. In addition to the normal considerations like color, amenities, interior decor, reliability, and maintenance costs, here are some major categories: 1. Ramp or Lift? Ramps may be easier to navigate with a wheelchair using...
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    Just rambling

    Al, it is great to see your post. I no longer watch any broadcast TV. I do streaming only and pay to not see commercials. I lost my interest in the major sports (I used to be a big football fan) about 10 years ago. I probably watch more Youtube than anything else. I have a passion for...
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