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(ARA) – Most young men spend their days working, hanging out with friends and doing their favorite hobbies. At age 23, Daniel Lifshen was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) and found himself wondering if his future would still contain all these activities.
“MS has affected my life in multiple ways. As a 23-year-old I was able to be extremely physically active without having to worry about leg pains and constant fatigue. Although I have been able to maintain my lifestyle, my legs are a concern for me all of the time. The fatigue has made day-to-day activities such as walking to restaurants, stores and even the stairs at my apartment difficult,” says Lifshen. “My diagnosis also makes me think about my future. I realize that not all MS patients end up in wheelchairs, but I can’t help to envision the worse-case scenario. As a 23-year-old, potentially facing life in a wheelchair is a daunting thought.”
Anyone who has been diagnosed with MS or any type of disability knows that life can be challenging. Learning to cope with new health regimens and life changes can sometimes leave you feeling overwhelmed and isolated. But remember, you are never alone.
After Lifshen was diagnosed, he wanted to find a community-driven Web site that derived content from other people with MS. The Web site disaboom.com was the answer, a site dedicated to creating a community-centered environment for those affected by physical disability or functional limitation.
“I use the site because everybody on Disaboom understands exactly what I am going through. I don’t have to explain how my legs feel, or about the tingling sensations running through my body. Before I found Disaboom, I spent a lot of time explaining to others what it felt like to have MS. Now, I don’t have to,” comments Lifshen.
He adds, “I love the community section -- the heart of Disaboom. I enjoy reading the blog postings and having people comment on my blog. The groups are a really cool way of finding other Disaboomers with common interests. I spend a lot of time talking trash in the Sports Enthusiasts forum.”
Disaboom connects people affected by many types of disabilities including spinal chord injuries, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, Parkinson’s disease, brain injury, MS and many more. The site allows users to explore health-related information from medical professionals, read stories related to the unique aspects of living with disabilities, and connect with over 14,000 users in the community section where members can interact in a supportive environment.
Lifshen says his friends and family use the site as well. “In addition to my blog, they enjoy reading the medical information and the articles on living. I think it shows them that people with disabilities can lead full lives despite even the toughest circumstances.”
Visit disaboom.com to learn more about living with a disability and connect with others affected by your condition.
Copyright © 2008, ARAnet, Inc.
“MS has affected my life in multiple ways. As a 23-year-old I was able to be extremely physically active without having to worry about leg pains and constant fatigue. Although I have been able to maintain my lifestyle, my legs are a concern for me all of the time. The fatigue has made day-to-day activities such as walking to restaurants, stores and even the stairs at my apartment difficult,” says Lifshen. “My diagnosis also makes me think about my future. I realize that not all MS patients end up in wheelchairs, but I can’t help to envision the worse-case scenario. As a 23-year-old, potentially facing life in a wheelchair is a daunting thought.”
Anyone who has been diagnosed with MS or any type of disability knows that life can be challenging. Learning to cope with new health regimens and life changes can sometimes leave you feeling overwhelmed and isolated. But remember, you are never alone.
After Lifshen was diagnosed, he wanted to find a community-driven Web site that derived content from other people with MS. The Web site disaboom.com was the answer, a site dedicated to creating a community-centered environment for those affected by physical disability or functional limitation.
“I use the site because everybody on Disaboom understands exactly what I am going through. I don’t have to explain how my legs feel, or about the tingling sensations running through my body. Before I found Disaboom, I spent a lot of time explaining to others what it felt like to have MS. Now, I don’t have to,” comments Lifshen.
He adds, “I love the community section -- the heart of Disaboom. I enjoy reading the blog postings and having people comment on my blog. The groups are a really cool way of finding other Disaboomers with common interests. I spend a lot of time talking trash in the Sports Enthusiasts forum.”
Disaboom connects people affected by many types of disabilities including spinal chord injuries, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, Parkinson’s disease, brain injury, MS and many more. The site allows users to explore health-related information from medical professionals, read stories related to the unique aspects of living with disabilities, and connect with over 14,000 users in the community section where members can interact in a supportive environment.
Lifshen says his friends and family use the site as well. “In addition to my blog, they enjoy reading the medical information and the articles on living. I think it shows them that people with disabilities can lead full lives despite even the toughest circumstances.”
Visit disaboom.com to learn more about living with a disability and connect with others affected by your condition.
Copyright © 2008, ARAnet, Inc.
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