Handicapped sticker?

[coltsfan715]

I would maybe talk about this with your doc to his face. It may be one of those things where if you ask for one they tell you they don't like to give them to weed out the people that do NOT need them from the ones that do. If a person truly needs one I am sure they would continue to ask for one. That is just a thought I had.

I know for me all I had to do was ask. I just got mine a few months ago though and my PFTs were at about 30%, so the doc didn't object to it. I use it when I am having crummy days or if the weather is nasty (rainy, windy, cold).

If you can't get it through your CF doc maybe try your primary care physician.

Take Care,
Lindsey

 

[coltsfan715]

I would maybe talk about this with your doc to his face. It may be one of those things where if you ask for one they tell you they don't like to give them to weed out the people that do NOT need them from the ones that do. If a person truly needs one I am sure they would continue to ask for one. That is just a thought I had.

I know for me all I had to do was ask. I just got mine a few months ago though and my PFTs were at about 30%, so the doc didn't object to it. I use it when I am having crummy days or if the weather is nasty (rainy, windy, cold).

If you can't get it through your CF doc maybe try your primary care physician.

Take Care,
Lindsey

 

[coltsfan715]

I would maybe talk about this with your doc to his face. It may be one of those things where if you ask for one they tell you they don't like to give them to weed out the people that do NOT need them from the ones that do. If a person truly needs one I am sure they would continue to ask for one. That is just a thought I had.

I know for me all I had to do was ask. I just got mine a few months ago though and my PFTs were at about 30%, so the doc didn't object to it. I use it when I am having crummy days or if the weather is nasty (rainy, windy, cold).

If you can't get it through your CF doc maybe try your primary care physician.

Take Care,
Lindsey

 

[coltsfan715]

I would maybe talk about this with your doc to his face. It may be one of those things where if you ask for one they tell you they don't like to give them to weed out the people that do NOT need them from the ones that do. If a person truly needs one I am sure they would continue to ask for one. That is just a thought I had.

I know for me all I had to do was ask. I just got mine a few months ago though and my PFTs were at about 30%, so the doc didn't object to it. I use it when I am having crummy days or if the weather is nasty (rainy, windy, cold).

If you can't get it through your CF doc maybe try your primary care physician.

Take Care,
Lindsey

 

[Emily65Roses]

I also only had to ask. But I, also like Ry, very rarely use it. I don't need it all the time yet, I just have it for when I really feel lousy. I probably use it like once or twice a year (usually when it's so hot & humid outside, I feel like I'll melt).

 

[Emily65Roses]

I also only had to ask. But I, also like Ry, very rarely use it. I don't need it all the time yet, I just have it for when I really feel lousy. I probably use it like once or twice a year (usually when it's so hot & humid outside, I feel like I'll melt).

 

[Emily65Roses]

I also only had to ask. But I, also like Ry, very rarely use it. I don't need it all the time yet, I just have it for when I really feel lousy. I probably use it like once or twice a year (usually when it's so hot & humid outside, I feel like I'll melt).

 

[JazzysMom]

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>Allie</b></i>

and most people that have one will use it everytime, whether they need it in the situation or not.</end quote></div>

I am interested in knowing how true this is. I have used it to my advantage like when parking for a concert etc. I dont use it that much at the stores etc unless its bitterly cold or I am having real SOB. I seem to use it even less when I am sick which doesnt mean SOB!

 

[JazzysMom]

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>Allie</b></i>

and most people that have one will use it everytime, whether they need it in the situation or not.</end quote></div>

I am interested in knowing how true this is. I have used it to my advantage like when parking for a concert etc. I dont use it that much at the stores etc unless its bitterly cold or I am having real SOB. I seem to use it even less when I am sick which doesnt mean SOB!

 

[JazzysMom]

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>Allie</b></i>

and most people that have one will use it everytime, whether they need it in the situation or not.</end quote></div>

I am interested in knowing how true this is. I have used it to my advantage like when parking for a concert etc. I dont use it that much at the stores etc unless its bitterly cold or I am having real SOB. I seem to use it even less when I am sick which doesnt mean SOB!

 

[LisaV]

Rip got one early on because of mobility issues unrelated to his bronchiectasis.

The eligibility rules for a handicap placard are pretty much the same state to state. In Massachusetts the eligibility requirements are:

Eligibility Standards
To obtain Disability Plates, a Placard or a Disability Veteran Plate you must be a Massachusetts resident. In addition, a Massachusetts registered and licensed physician, chiropractor or nurse practitioner must certify that you meet one of the following conditions:

Cannot walk 200 feet without stopping to rest.

Cannot walk without the assistance of another person, prosthetic aid or other assistive device.

Are restricted by lung disease to such a degree that your forced (respiratory) expiratory volume (FEV) in one second, when measured by spirometry, is less than one (1) liter.

Use portable oxygen.

Have a Class III cardiac condition according to the standards set by the American Heart Association.

Have a Class IV cardiac condition according to the standards set by the American Heart Association. A customer in this condition must surrender his or her license.

Have Class III or Class IV functional arthritis according to the standards set by the American College of Rheumatology.

Have Stage III or Stage IV anatomic arthritis according to the standards set by the American College of Rheumatology.

Have been declared legally blind (please attach copy of certification). A customer in this classification must surrender his or her license.

Have lost one or more limbs or permanently lost the use of one or more limbs.

To be eligible for a Temporary Placard, the medical professional must certify that the disability is predicted to last at least two (2) months.

 

[LisaV]

Rip got one early on because of mobility issues unrelated to his bronchiectasis.

The eligibility rules for a handicap placard are pretty much the same state to state. In Massachusetts the eligibility requirements are:

Eligibility Standards
To obtain Disability Plates, a Placard or a Disability Veteran Plate you must be a Massachusetts resident. In addition, a Massachusetts registered and licensed physician, chiropractor or nurse practitioner must certify that you meet one of the following conditions:

Cannot walk 200 feet without stopping to rest.

Cannot walk without the assistance of another person, prosthetic aid or other assistive device.

Are restricted by lung disease to such a degree that your forced (respiratory) expiratory volume (FEV) in one second, when measured by spirometry, is less than one (1) liter.

Use portable oxygen.

Have a Class III cardiac condition according to the standards set by the American Heart Association.

Have a Class IV cardiac condition according to the standards set by the American Heart Association. A customer in this condition must surrender his or her license.

Have Class III or Class IV functional arthritis according to the standards set by the American College of Rheumatology.

Have Stage III or Stage IV anatomic arthritis according to the standards set by the American College of Rheumatology.

Have been declared legally blind (please attach copy of certification). A customer in this classification must surrender his or her license.

Have lost one or more limbs or permanently lost the use of one or more limbs.

To be eligible for a Temporary Placard, the medical professional must certify that the disability is predicted to last at least two (2) months.

 

[LisaV]

Rip got one early on because of mobility issues unrelated to his bronchiectasis.

The eligibility rules for a handicap placard are pretty much the same state to state. In Massachusetts the eligibility requirements are:

Eligibility Standards
To obtain Disability Plates, a Placard or a Disability Veteran Plate you must be a Massachusetts resident. In addition, a Massachusetts registered and licensed physician, chiropractor or nurse practitioner must certify that you meet one of the following conditions:

Cannot walk 200 feet without stopping to rest.

Cannot walk without the assistance of another person, prosthetic aid or other assistive device.

Are restricted by lung disease to such a degree that your forced (respiratory) expiratory volume (FEV) in one second, when measured by spirometry, is less than one (1) liter.

Use portable oxygen.

Have a Class III cardiac condition according to the standards set by the American Heart Association.

Have a Class IV cardiac condition according to the standards set by the American Heart Association. A customer in this condition must surrender his or her license.

Have Class III or Class IV functional arthritis according to the standards set by the American College of Rheumatology.

Have Stage III or Stage IV anatomic arthritis according to the standards set by the American College of Rheumatology.

Have been declared legally blind (please attach copy of certification). A customer in this classification must surrender his or her license.

Have lost one or more limbs or permanently lost the use of one or more limbs.

To be eligible for a Temporary Placard, the medical professional must certify that the disability is predicted to last at least two (2) months.

 

[shamrock]

I never had one. I did apply for one and got all my forms signed but never posted away for it. I got around ok without it to be honest, but I'm sure every situation is different <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">

 

[shamrock]

I never had one. I did apply for one and got all my forms signed but never posted away for it. I got around ok without it to be honest, but I'm sure every situation is different <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">

 

[shamrock]

I never had one. I did apply for one and got all my forms signed but never posted away for it. I got around ok without it to be honest, but I'm sure every situation is different <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">

 

[Jade]

I've had one for two years now. I think if you qualify (<i>whether a doc likes it or not)</i> that you should be able to get one. It's always better to have it on hand when you need it and have the choice of using it.. I only recently started using mine again after getting out of the hospital so I don't need to push myself too far yet.

 

[Jade]

I've had one for two years now. I think if you qualify (<i>whether a doc likes it or not)</i> that you should be able to get one. It's always better to have it on hand when you need it and have the choice of using it.. I only recently started using mine again after getting out of the hospital so I don't need to push myself too far yet.

 

[Jade]

I've had one for two years now. I think if you qualify (<i>whether a doc likes it or not)</i> that you should be able to get one. It's always better to have it on hand when you need it and have the choice of using it.. I only recently started using mine again after getting out of the hospital so I don't need to push myself too far yet.

 

[Kelli]

The DMV Placard is what I was talking about (aka....handicapped sticker car thingy).
I would like to have one when I'm lugging kids around (my sisters kids and my stepdaughters kids). It would make life a lot better.
Otherwise, I just don't go anywhere b/c I hate to park 1/2 mile away and walk when it's freezing and I'm trying to hang onto kids.
I wish it were MY choice instead of a doctors.
My husband brought up a good point......there are overweight people who have placards. They are the ones who need exercise. I know I need exercise but I go to a gym for that. I don't depend on the Walmart parking lot to make me get a workout. Just food for thought!
Thanks for your input.
~Kelli