DL help: Cannot stand in line, POTS (Update Post 38)

[Betty Rohrer]

Just an update, I decided to rent an ECV, since even a trip to the grocery store can be a challenge right now. Any ECV tips for a new user who is a) scared of it and b) not excited about going because I feel so awful?

use any chance you get to practice. it becomes easier the more you use one. plan on going slowly with the ECV. plan on using in lines for rides. know it is hard but think of ECV as a device like glasses help people see. you need help with walking and standing so use the device that helps with this. use this help at grocery or any other store that has them for use. I have been there with a different problem and had to use ECVs even though I do not need most days

 

[DisneyOma]

Get the smallest ECV that will handle your needs - weight/battery charge/storage. From the ECV users I've seen in the parks and on the buses, the smaller ones are much easier to maneuver and fit in many places the larger ones won't.