Therapist Has Words, Will Travel

       Connie's home after more than a week in a skilled nursing facility for her painful back, and Kaiser's home health corps has followed.  Today an occupational therapist came in with practical help on things like getting on sox and jeans without twisting your back in doing so.

       I noted  a couple linguistic "twists" during the visit.   Connie was asked if she'd ever tried a "stockade."  "A what?" I thought, "Kaiser wants to put Connie in prison?"

       "Sock Aid" was the actual word.  This item helps you get your sox on without bending over or bending your knees, both of which are hard on the back.  You can see a picture of one here.

       Our therapist came in pulling a pack that rolled on wheels.   The carrying device looked strong and efficient, and as she departed, I saw it had a name:  "MAGNA CART."