Help! Re Head protection cap.

[kiwipaua]

Help!

My uncle is suffering from Parkinson's , he fell over a couple month ago causing head injury, after surgery, part of his skull was removed. I wonder if anyone knows where I can get a protection cap for him to prevent form future fall?

Cheers,

Alice

[antipodean]

A family member had part of skull removed too and the hospital provided a standard rugby protection helmet.

Hope that is of some help.

[JohnPepper]

Hi Alice. I may sound a bit callous when I say, "Wear a crash helmet". But I don't mean to be callous at all. A crash helmet is just the ideal thing for the job. Many young people wear them for roller-skating, togrether with knee and arm guards.. I have had many falls, which have caused bodily injury but have never hurt my head. I should be sensible and wear arm and knee guards, but in the heat here in South Africa, I get very uncomfortable walking fast and perspring so much. Perhaps vanity is my problem, although I don't think I am vain.

John

[Jose]

I have a recliner and it cost more, but is streamlined, all leather, and soft/comfortable cushions. I use it 24/7 as a bed. I use a I/2 size electric blanket and a college I/2 size regular game blanket for adequate warmth. It was custom made by a company in NC. If you still need a name get back to me. I bought it a the Ink Well furniture store in Corvallis Oregon. It's worth every bit the price and more. I bought a blue sponge rubber square exercise pad to get my legs higher on the foot rest.

[Jose]

14 minutes ago Jose

I recently purchased a bike helmet for $60. to use working in the garden. It's a plain style not the fancy "Flash Gordon" type. It buckles easily, fits snugly, and has a removable visor. Fortunately, I haven't tested it yet

[arwenmark]

If you type Medical Helmets into your brouser you will come up with several places that sell the various types, inquire of your Dr. or theapist which is best for you.

[kiwipaua]

Thanks everyone, you are very helpful! With the information you gave me here, I did more research and find this company in Australia: headsaver.com.au

Their products seem to work for us.

Thanks all, have a very happy New Year of 2014,

Alice