To scooter or not to scooter?

[figment814]

My boyfriend had surgery last month and was given levaquin.

He is recovered mostly from the surgery, but was put on levaquin, which damaged the tendons in his leg. (There is a class action lawsuit related to this drug.)

We are renting a car, as we usually do, and will only be in Disney World 48 hours.

He will be able to manage getting back and forth to our room and the car, but there is no way he will be able to walk around the parks.

I know the parks have ECV rentals, but they are limited. Should we risk renting at the parks, or would you reccomend getting one from offsite? I know they are limited at the parks, but I can't seem to find how limited.

Thank you. This is very new to us, and I have just started reading, so I apologize if this is repetitive.

Thanks.

 

[peemagg]

I would rent from off site. They tend to be a easier to manage scooter and are cheaper than renting from Disney. With having a car, you can get one that will break down and fit in the trunk of the car. This way you are guaranteed that no matter where you go, or when, you have your scooter.

If I didn't bring my own with me I would rent from an off-site company like Apple.

 

[Cheshire Figment]

Hi and to disABILITIES!

If you click on where it says "disABILTIES" at the top of this page it will take you to the Index. One of the top items is the "disABILTIES FAQ" which will gives lots of useful information, including Post #2 which deals with mobility/stamina and where people rent ECVs. Also, Post #5 describes how easy it is to take apart and put together an ECV using the trunk of a car.

We do recommend use of off-site vendors for ECVs at they are better, less expensive, and more maneuverable than Disney's and also they are available for use in the Resort. And some of the resorts it can be a very long distance between the room and the car.

Or, if you want an easier route to the FAQs, click on the link in my signature.

 

[SueM in MN]

I agree with the others.
Getting an ECV from an off-site company, you don’t have to worry about getting one and you will have one at the resort.

 

[peemagg]

I just reread your post and saw that you will only be there for 48 hours. I don't know if any of the off-site companies will rent one for that short of time. My suggestion would be then to rent from Disney but get to the parks before rope drop and get your ECV. They do not have all that many and once they are gone, their gone. They usually only have some for the first hour of park opening at best.

 

[DisneyFairytale]

My boyfriend had surgery last month and was given levaquin.

He is recovered mostly from the surgery, but was put on levaquin, which damaged the tendons in his leg. (There is a class action lawsuit related to this drug.)

We are renting a car, as we usually do, and will only be in Disney World 48 hours.

He will be able to manage getting back and forth to our room and the car, but there is no way he will be able to walk around the parks.

I know the parks have ECV rentals, but they are limited. Should we risk renting at the parks, or would you reccomend getting one from offsite? I know they are limited at the parks, but I can't seem to find how limited.

Thank you. This is very new to us, and I have just started reading, so I apologize if this is repetitive.

Thanks.

Rent it. You are spending so much money already, don't take the risk of not enjoying a trip because you might sore or in pain, especially if he had a tendon injury. Dont risk to screw up your trip.. It does cost some money but you know what, you get most of it back when you bring the scooter back every day. TOTALLY worth it.

I fractured my pelvis and had it reconstructed. I wasn't sure either weither or not do it, DO IT. I had a blast, I was well rested and I had a blast. Will post some pictures later.

 

[Cheshire Figment]

Please ask him the following questions. Here are the suggested answers to go with them.

1. Are you disabled (even temporarily)? Yes.

2. Do the people you are traveling with, such as your family, know you are disabled? Yes.

3. Do you expect to meet anyone you know during this trip who may not know you are disabled. Probably No!

4. Do you expect to meet a bunch of people who you will probably never meet again in your life? Probably yes!

5. Is there any reason at all that you should care what these people think about you? Absolutely No!!

6. Will using a wheelchair or ECV make for a better vacation for you and your family? Absolutely YES!

 

[figment814]

Thank you all for your kindness and advice.

At this point, we are going to wing it. While this is not my choice or preference, he is not mentally ready to admit he probably needs an ecv.

I am making peace with the fact that we may just end up by the pool for two days, or I may have to go to the park myself. We are DVC owners, so I kow we will go again in the not to distant future.

Thanks again.

 

[M5ward]

My boyfriend had surgery last month and was given levaquin.
He is recovered mostly from the surgery, but was put on levaquin, which damaged the tendons in his leg. (There is a class action lawsuit related to this drug.)

We are renting a car, as we usually do, and will only be in Disney World 48 hours.

He will be able to manage getting back and forth to our room and the car, but there is no way he will be able to walk around the parks.

I know the parks have ECV rentals, but they are limited. Should we risk renting at the parks, or would you reccomend getting one from offsite? I know they are limited at the parks, but I can't seem to find how limited.

Thank you. This is very new to us, and I have just started reading, so I apologize if this is repetitive.

Thanks.

I put your most important words in bold print. My husband was prescribed levaquin in January for bronchitis; two days later he was admitted to the hospital (air under the diaphram) and was already complaining of pain in the Achilles tendon area. I mentioned this to each doctor (primary care, surgeon, nephrologist) but everyone sort of glossed over the issue. While in the hospital he continued levaquin through IV; by the time he was released, I had done an internet search on this family of drugs, and I refused the prescription (and now list it as a drug allergy.) We went to WDW two weeks
later and did have to get an ECV for my husband..we rented it from Walker Mobility, and I would certainly recommend them.
The problems with his tendons have not improved since then. He saw an orthopedist on Monday, had an MRI last night, and was told today that he has a ruptured Achilles tendon in his left ankle (results for right ankle hadn't come in yet.) This problem started after ONLY a couple of days on this medication..I can certainly understand why there is a lawsuit. I hope your boyfriend fares better than my husband has..and if you haven't seen an orthopedist yet - make an appointment. There are a lot of horror stories out there about this family of drugs.

 

[figment814]

I put your most important words in bold print. My husband was prescribed levaquin in January for bronchitis; two days later he was admitted to the hospital (air under the diaphram) and was already complaining of pain in the Achilles tendon area. I mentioned this to each doctor (primary care, surgeon, nephrologist) but everyone sort of glossed over the issue. While in the hospital he continued levaquin through IV; by the time he was released, I had done an internet search on this family of drugs, and I refused the prescription (and now list it as a drug allergy.) We went to WDW two weeks
later and did have to get an ECV for my husband..we rented it from Walker Mobility, and I would certainly recommend them.
The problems with his tendons have not improved since then. He saw an orthopedist on Monday, had an MRI last night, and was told today that he has a ruptured Achilles tendon in his left ankle (results for right ankle hadn't come in yet.) This problem started after ONLY a couple of days on this medication..I can certainly understand why there is a lawsuit. I hope your boyfriend fares better than my husband has..and if you haven't seen an orthopedist yet - make an appointment. There are a lot of horror stories out there about this family of drugs.

I am sorry your husband is going through this too...and sorry it took so long to get a diagnosis. My bf was given levaquin for about 5 days in the hospital and developed leg pain. I did some research on the internet and the day after getting out of the hospital he went to see his Primary care physician (he had been in the hospital out of state for emergency surgery.). We mentioned the drug to his doctor who immediately took him off it, but it was too late. From everything I've ready, it seems that his case is more moderate (localized to his left knee, thigh and hip.) and he is able to work.

 

[M5ward]

We're headed to the orthopedist today to see what my husband's options will be. Because of other health issues, he may not be a good surgical candidate. He had just retired on Dec. 31, so his retirement certainly hasn't lived up to the anticipation.
I hope your boyfriend improves..youth is a great healer..ah, for the good old days. Enjoy your time at WDW.