I am a PT and worked with spinal cord injured soldiers during the Viet Nam war. You are quite a young woman! You are doing many people a great service by presenting this You Tube. A wonderful future is ahead of you.
I never really thought about how evacuation would not work "naturally" for paraplegic people, but it makes sense. This was very informative, thank you!
You’re amazing. You’ve literally only been living like this for less than a year and yet you’re so positive, educating the world, and beautiful and funny doing it!! 💜💜💜 much love
You did a nice job presenting the information clearly. I’m quadriplegic C6 and C7 complete my accident was almost three years ago. I do not have a bowel routine yet because I live in a nursing facility but soon will be leaving and searching for the best bowel routine for me. Thank you
Hi John, hope all is as well as can be expected. This was quite daunting for me 23 years ago when I had a motorcycle accident. It completely changed everything, and eventually sent me on a spiritual journey that continues to reveal amazing things. I pray all the best for you, John, as you travel this new path. Much love, and God bless!
Thanks for sharing this with the world, Tara. I've been a T6 para for over 22 years and have tried multiple methods for the bowel routine. I used the magic bullet for a while, but seemed to develop a resistance to it over time, so I finally just settled on the digi-stem method. I just found your channel, but look forward to checking it out. Thanks again, Tara, and God bless you! ❤
Thank you so much for sharing such intimate information - it's very brave and vulnerable to put yourself out there like that and it's a really priceless knowledge on issues that I probably wouldn't even think of otherwise. You're awesome 🌼
I have been using the digital stimulation/manual evacuation technique for 20 years, and it's worked alright until recently. I have some degenerative spine issues that are wreaking havoc on me neurologicaly, including changing my bowel and bladder function. I can't really feel when I gotta go anymore, but at the same time, I start to experience autonomic dysreflexia symptoms as a result. So, I guess my sensation has diminished, but my sensitivity has increased. Happy 20-year chairiversary to me... I had no idea this existed. Do you ever have to worry about bowel damage or perforations when using this device or method?
Nope I was told that isn’t really a concern with the amount of water being used! I’ve been using it for about 2 years and my bowel health is better than it was with digital stim!’
I worked with a dog once that was paralyzed. He had a custom wheel chair made from pvc pipe! He needed to be manually evacuated, and also needed his bladder expressed. I was happy to be the one working with him. He was very sweet ❤ You are a strong individual, thank you for sharing bits of your life with us!
You didn't sound robotic. I like that your video is quick and to the point and informative! Btw how can I reach you? There's no contact info in your about me section.
I used to have 0 gi problems.. until 2 and a half years ago. It's very debilitating... I've called off work already 22 times within the year. Now i know i took my pooping for granted before 30
Thank you so much for this video! I didn’t even know this existed! I’ve been doing manual for so long but I will mention this to my doc when I see them because manual can cause so much trauma to that area (for me personally)
I totally agree! I bled all the time when I used manual tbh, even using lube 😂 but ofc the Peristeen isn’t completely perfect either but I find it better!
@@ParaTara did u ever use magic bullet suppositories (they were made specifically for paralyzed ppl) or any other type of suppositories? I'm 20 years after my sci an I feel like suppositories are not getting me all the way empty an interested in the peristeem system. Can I buy it online to try it out? Do u have to use an different incertion tube every time? Do you feel bloated with all the water your putting up your butt? Do you feel empty after using this system? Do you have any watery poopy coming out once you get back in your chair an start moving around? Do you still do a dig stem after pooping to make sure everything is out at the end?
@@jenniferksmrs no suppositories didn’t work for me either! I think I’ve seen them sold online but they really should be bought online since the doc has to tell you how much water to use ect! I suggest going to your family doc or GI and asking for a prescription! I’ve never reused a catheter before for the Peristeen but you could try! I will warn you tho, the balloon on the catheters pop pretty frequently and often I have to use 2 catheters! I lube them up with a little under skin temp water 15 mins in advance so I don’t have to wait around for them!
@@jenniferksmrs yes there is bloating but it all comes out when you deflate the balloon! I don’t really have a lot of sensation so I don’t feel ‘empty!’ I’ve been using the Peristeen for 6 months and I’m still trying to perfect it to prevent any kind of accidents but occasionally I still have issues! My doc just prescribed bisacodyl enema solution to pour into the bag along with the miralax in an attempt to stimulate myself more to prevent that but I’m having some trouble getting it rn! It’s a lot of tweaking!
Here in Australia we have the disability support pension which is just government funding, then we also recently have the NDIS ( national disability insurance scheme) which each person gets a yearly plan for consumables, medical equipment home care , hand controls etc 👍🏻
@@ParaTara Can I ask what State you live in that you are able to get a waiver to be on Medicaid for coverage? I’m in Utah and hoping to get coverage. I’ve been using the manual method for about 2.5-3 years now. The con is that it only takes care of constipation in the lower half of your colon. In the last 2 years, I’ve been using 1-2 saline enemas daily and taking Motegrity/Prucalopride 2 mg daily. In the last month, I’ve needed 2-3 saline enemas daily, and the motegrity/prucalopride hasn’t been enough to help. I have bowel motility issues and I have Harrington rods/spinal fusion which I’m sure hasn’t helped my bowels one bit. I was born constipated and it’s been a challenge for all of my life. Thank you for making this video and putting it out there. :)
@@byuidolphin i live in Virginia! And you’re welcome!! I started taking bisacodyl too by crushing it and adding it to the bag, which has helped me too (just as an update from this vid.) The system works way better for me now than it used to, I think because i needed the bisacodyl! But, yes, the Peristeen is covered by my insurance! I got it through a GI doc!
@@ParaTara Thanks!! I’ll ask about the waiver for coverage. Good to hear you are finding it much more helpful now that you’ve gotten more acquainted with how it works!
@@byuidolphin yes totally!!! And yes, I have found a huge amount of success with the Peristeen, and still do! The most important thing is talking with your doctor & just slightly adjusting the routine as YOU specifically need for your body. that might look like adding medicine for the Peristeen (in the water) or it might not! there’s lots of variation to help it work even better if you give it time, for sure! if you have any other Qs, feel free to reach out in DM on my Instagram! @tara_shett !!
Very interesting, I've never seen this device. I'm don't have a spinal injury perse but I have multiple sclerosis which is kind of like a spine injury and have had some minor trouble in this department but it could get worse over time.
I love my Peristeen. I’m in the UK and I’m so happy we can get it here. I am incomplete T10, manual caused me bleeding too. Great share about an important product.
Hello tara im a c6 c7 incomplete quad and i used to just insert a suppository n digi stem but this way seems very interesting looks like it'll hurt but now i just have a colostomy bag but just thought id share thanks for the vid
Hey. I have spina bifida and have both bladder and bowel problems. I use macrogol laxatives only but it's not ideal. Tried manual but like you it doesny work. I've been looking into the peristeen but it looks scary. Thanks for your explanation.
It’s not scary in my opinion but it is finicky! You have to establish an exact routine that works for me which takes time and a little tweaking for sure! Let me know if you have any questions tho!
@@ParaTara hey Tara I used the peristeen for the first time today and it worked! It wasn't that difficult. Can I ask you what you eat? I was told by the doctor to increase my fibre however that seems to make my problem worse. I have a spinal cord injury so increasing my fibre doesnt seem to help it just slows my bowel down.
You can do it anytime as long as you’re consistent, as you have to train your body when you want it to go. The entire process usually take 45 mins to an hour but it could take longer if you need to restart the process for any reason, such as needing to add more water to the bag because you drank the water the first time (from dehydration).
@@ParaTara so basically if I want to do a morning routine bowel movement then best to do it everyday at morning? Does the laxative powder you add to the water make any difference?
@@frerisa7876 yes! And yes, the miralax both softens the stool and immediately stimulates your bowels to empty. I also take laxatives (not stool softeners) the night before doing my bowel routine which is 24 hours in advance
@@frerisa7876 probably type 6 or 7 but keep in mind that mostly it dissolves inside the water so they’re not going to be a lot of solid stools you see at all. I take milk of magnesia (Phillips laxative tablets) the night before. I tried a different type when I couldn’t find the Phillips and my body didn’t like it so I had issues. I switched back to Phillips and my problems were gone so laxatives are important! If you’re having issues, consider switching laxatives to a very gentle one and maybe it’ll work better for your body! If you take a stronger laxative, it might stimulate your body to go before you are ready to do your bowel program. So it’s important to find something that works for you!
Very interesting. Thank you. This are issues one would normally not immediately think of, but they of course pose a serious problem to disabled people. Alle the best and God and Jesus bless!
Hi Tara! First off I must say that you are a very courageous young woman! Bravo for making this video! I am 27 years post sci to L1 with CES. I have Areflexic which makes the bowel flaccid. I have tried so many different things and just recently came across this. A question for you is what type of condition is yours? I am hoping the ballon feature will hold the dam back for Areflexic. Lol. Hope all is well with you!
I don’t have a program I suffered a spinal cord injury at level L1 and my spine is fused from T11 to L3 so I have issues pooping and use a catheter to pee ugh
Well there’s not a specific reason you have to do it upright but there’s no way to do it in bed unless you plan on soaking your bed with dirty water lmao
@@frerisa7876 honestly I doubt laying on your left side would any difference but I suppose you could always try! I usually just press on my left side after I take the balloon out and that actually helps sometimes!!
@@frerisa7876 because you want everything to come out after taking the balloon out. The balloon keeps the water in to dissolve and stimulate and then you deflate the balloon when you want to make a bowel movement! I’m afraid pressing on my stomach beforehand might press the balloon out but it also defeats the point! But I have never gone in the tub but there’s not a reason to!
Stretching helps to keep tendons loose. Baclofen is for spasms but there is other drugs for relaxation your spasms. I myself have them very severely so I have the baclofen pump
@@jenniferksmrs yeah I have heard spasms have ups and downs! They can be beneficial for quads too grip things and prevent muscle atrophy a little bit, but sucky when they try to throw you out of your chair lmao!
Miralax takes time to go through your intestinal track in order to draw liquid into your track in order to make your poop softer not so hard. Taking laxatives is not a good idea to take regularly bc then your body will depend on them more an more hence having to take more an more in order to poop then eventually having to always rely on laxatives in order to poop then one day they won't work then you'll end up having to get a poop bag.
@@ParaTara is ur poop hard or just doesn't want to come down. Like if u put your finger up there N can feel it N do stimulation to what seems like forever an it still won't come down? I found out a trick that if I take miralax on the day I poop, the next time you poop, the first poop to come out has obviously been in there the longest so I take 2.5 doses that day an regular doses every day. I didn't think it would really work but drinking only water does help. Have you ever tried lying in bed on your left side an using a suppository? That's how I was taught but that was 20 years ago an to catch the poop they had me use those little half circle tub basins that you spit in to like brush your teeth. The roundness of those wrap around your butt perfectly. When I was going to school an went to hang out with my bf after school I'd get home late an have to poop an shower. When the little basin filled up I'd grab another an so on till I was done. Put those to the side then get in my chair N before I took a shower flush all the poop an not at once then rinse the basins out good with hot water then fill sink up with hot soapy water. Let them soak while I was showering an some ppl might think this is absolutely gross but my mom was the one who did it but I'd put the basins in the dishwasher for them to get washed but I'd rather clean then by hand an then clorox wipe them
With spinal cord injuries, the problems we have to deal with definitely aren’t the most “appealing topic,” so a lot of people don’t talk about it. But it needs to be discussed nevertheless!
@@MultiSimon1993 ohhhhhh no no no, manual evacuation is the easiest 😂😂 but it wasn’t successful for me and that can lead to UTIs which could be detrimental to our kidney/bladder health later on if you’ve constantly got infections! So even tho this way is more expensive (for a lot of ppl) and takes longer- personally it’s the better option for me! But there are also surgical options!
@@ParaTara ok. Do you feel anything during the time when the stool dissolve ? I believe the milk of magnesium would have already transported the stool earlier
@@frerisa7876 no. I haven’t had accidents in a while but I have been using the same laxatives and don’t have issues of it acting too quickly or aggressively.
I just recently started using a Peristeen after about 8 yrs after injury, i have to ask what difference do you notice adding miralax to the water bag? Did you do it with just water before that? And did the doc tell you to add miralax? Thanks in advance!
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I am a PT and worked with spinal cord injured soldiers during the Viet Nam war. You are quite a young woman! You are doing many people a great service by presenting this You Tube. A wonderful future is ahead of you.
I never really thought about how evacuation would not work "naturally" for paraplegic people, but it makes sense. This was very informative, thank you!
I love how transparent and calm you are ❤ send you love
You’re amazing. You’ve literally only been living like this for less than a year and yet you’re so positive, educating the world, and beautiful and funny doing it!! 💜💜💜 much love
You did a nice job presenting the information clearly. I’m quadriplegic C6 and C7 complete my accident was almost three years ago. I do not have a bowel routine yet because I live in a nursing facility but soon will be leaving and searching for the best bowel routine for me. Thank you
You’re welcome! And best of luck 🙏
Thank you
Hi John, hope all is as well as can be expected. This was quite daunting for me 23 years ago when I had a motorcycle accident. It completely changed everything, and eventually sent me on a spiritual journey that continues to reveal amazing things. I pray all the best for you, John, as you travel this new path. Much love, and God bless!
Thanks for sharing this with the world, Tara. I've been a T6 para for over 22 years and have tried multiple methods for the bowel routine. I used the magic bullet for a while, but seemed to develop a resistance to it over time, so I finally just settled on the digi-stem method. I just found your channel, but look forward to checking it out. Thanks again, Tara, and God bless you! ❤
I cant imagine going through this. I really hope doctors find a way to reverse paralysis. I hope the best recovery!
Thank you so much for sharing such intimate information - it's very brave and vulnerable to put yourself out there like that and it's a really priceless knowledge on issues that I probably wouldn't even think of otherwise. You're awesome 🌼
Thank you ❤. Never heard of it before and have been a quad for 20 years. So kind and well spoken.
I have been using the digital stimulation/manual evacuation technique for 20 years, and it's worked alright until recently.
I have some degenerative spine issues that are wreaking havoc on me neurologicaly, including changing my bowel and bladder function. I can't really feel when I gotta go anymore, but at the same time, I start to experience autonomic dysreflexia symptoms as a result. So, I guess my sensation has diminished, but my sensitivity has increased. Happy 20-year chairiversary to me...
I had no idea this existed. Do you ever have to worry about bowel damage or perforations when using this device or method?
Nope I was told that isn’t really a concern with the amount of water being used! I’ve been using it for about 2 years and my bowel health is better than it was with digital stim!’
Just goes to show how much the majority of us take for granted.
I worked with a dog once that was paralyzed. He had a custom wheel chair made from pvc pipe! He needed to be manually evacuated, and also needed his bladder expressed. I was happy to be the one working with him. He was very sweet ❤ You are a strong individual, thank you for sharing bits of your life with us!
You didn't sound robotic. I like that your video is quick and to the point and informative!
Btw how can I reach you? There's no contact info in your about me section.
Thanks!! :)
Mg Instagram handle is @tara_shett !
I used to have 0 gi problems.. until 2 and a half years ago. It's very debilitating... I've called off work already 22 times within the year. Now i know i took my pooping for granted before 30
Thank you so much for this video! I didn’t even know this existed! I’ve been doing manual for so long but I will mention this to my doc when I see them because manual can cause so much trauma to that area (for me personally)
I totally agree! I bled all the time when I used manual tbh, even using lube 😂 but ofc the Peristeen isn’t completely perfect either but I find it better!
@@ParaTara did u ever use magic bullet suppositories (they were made specifically for paralyzed ppl) or any other type of suppositories? I'm 20 years after my sci an I feel like suppositories are not getting me all the way empty an interested in the peristeem system. Can I buy it online to try it out? Do u have to use an different incertion tube every time? Do you feel bloated with all the water your putting up your butt? Do you feel empty after using this system? Do you have any watery poopy coming out once you get back in your chair an start moving around? Do you still do a dig stem after pooping to make sure everything is out at the end?
@@jenniferksmrs no suppositories didn’t work for me either! I think I’ve seen them sold online but they really should be bought online since the doc has to tell you how much water to use ect! I suggest going to your family doc or GI and asking for a prescription! I’ve never reused a catheter before for the Peristeen but you could try! I will warn you tho, the balloon on the catheters pop pretty frequently and often I have to use 2 catheters! I lube them up with a little under skin temp water 15 mins in advance so I don’t have to wait around for them!
@@jenniferksmrs yes there is bloating but it all comes out when you deflate the balloon! I don’t really have a lot of sensation so I don’t feel ‘empty!’ I’ve been using the Peristeen for 6 months and I’m still trying to perfect it to prevent any kind of accidents but occasionally I still have issues! My doc just prescribed bisacodyl enema solution to pour into the bag along with the miralax in an attempt to stimulate myself more to prevent that but I’m having some trouble getting it rn! It’s a lot of tweaking!
No I don’t do any more manual evacuation, I just wipe and make sure I wipe clean before I get up!
Here in Australia we have the disability support pension which is just government funding, then we also recently have the NDIS ( national disability insurance scheme) which each person gets a yearly plan for consumables, medical equipment home care , hand controls etc 👍🏻
Oh that’s super cool, wish the US had that!
@@ParaTara Can I ask what State you live in that you are able to get a waiver to be on Medicaid for coverage? I’m in Utah and hoping to get coverage. I’ve been using the manual method for about 2.5-3 years now. The con is that it only takes care of constipation in the lower half of your colon. In the last 2 years, I’ve been using 1-2 saline enemas daily and taking Motegrity/Prucalopride 2 mg daily. In the last month, I’ve needed 2-3 saline enemas daily, and the motegrity/prucalopride hasn’t been enough to help. I have bowel motility issues and I have Harrington rods/spinal fusion which I’m sure hasn’t helped my bowels one bit. I was born constipated and it’s been a challenge for all of my life. Thank you for making this video and putting it out there. :)
@@byuidolphin i live in Virginia! And you’re welcome!! I started taking bisacodyl too by crushing it and adding it to the bag, which has helped me too (just as an update from this vid.) The system works way better for me now than it used to, I think because i needed the bisacodyl! But, yes, the Peristeen is covered by my insurance! I got it through a GI doc!
@@ParaTara Thanks!! I’ll ask about the waiver for coverage. Good to hear you are finding it much more helpful now that you’ve gotten more acquainted with how it works!
@@byuidolphin yes totally!!! And yes, I have found a huge amount of success with the Peristeen, and still do! The most important thing is talking with your doctor & just slightly adjusting the routine as YOU specifically need for your body. that might look like adding medicine for the Peristeen (in the water) or it might not! there’s lots of variation to help it work even better if you give it time, for sure! if you have any other Qs, feel free to reach out in DM on my Instagram! @tara_shett !!
Love how honest and open u r. Love the videos
thank you for sharing. i dont have experience with issues like this but it still good to be informed
Very interesting, I've never seen this device. I'm don't have a spinal injury perse but I have multiple sclerosis which is kind of like a spine injury and have had some minor trouble in this department but it could get worse over time.
Absolutely brilliant. Concise and to the point you have really helped. Thank you so much.
You’re a good person thanks for making this video :-)
I love my Peristeen. I’m in the UK and I’m so happy we can get it here.
I am incomplete T10, manual caused me bleeding too.
Great share about an important product.
You're really strong 💪
Thanks for sharing.
I drink a large black coffee and water with fiber and will usually use the restroom 4-5 hours after drinking.
Hello tara im a c6 c7 incomplete quad and i used to just insert a suppository n digi stem but this way seems very interesting looks like it'll hurt but now i just have a colostomy bag but just thought id share thanks for the vid
Thank you Tara.
Medical technology is so cool.
Great video, thank you for posting!
You’re welcome!!
Hey. I have spina bifida and have both bladder and bowel problems. I use macrogol laxatives only but it's not ideal. Tried manual but like you it doesny work. I've been looking into the peristeen but it looks scary. Thanks for your explanation.
It’s not scary in my opinion but it is finicky! You have to establish an exact routine that works for me which takes time and a little tweaking for sure! Let me know if you have any questions tho!
I get botox injections in my bladder to stop spasms an pissing myself. It's a miracle!!!!
@@ParaTara hey Tara I used the peristeen for the first time today and it worked! It wasn't that difficult. Can I ask you what you eat? I was told by the doctor to increase my fibre however that seems to make my problem worse. I have a spinal cord injury so increasing my fibre doesnt seem to help it just slows my bowel down.
Man thats the Tricky stuff about beeing paralized
When is the best time to do it ? How long does it take to fully evacuate after the evacuation starts?
You can do it anytime as long as you’re consistent, as you have to train your body when you want it to go. The entire process usually take 45 mins to an hour but it could take longer if you need to restart the process for any reason, such as needing to add more water to the bag because you drank the water the first time (from dehydration).
@@ParaTara so basically if I want to do a morning routine bowel movement then best to do it everyday at morning? Does the laxative powder you add to the water make any difference?
@@frerisa7876 yes! And yes, the miralax both softens the stool and immediately stimulates your bowels to empty. I also take laxatives (not stool softeners) the night before doing my bowel routine which is 24 hours in advance
@@ParaTara what kind of laxative you take the night before ? What would be the bowel movements like on Bristol stool scale?
@@frerisa7876 probably type 6 or 7 but keep in mind that mostly it dissolves inside the water so they’re not going to be a lot of solid stools you see at all. I take milk of magnesia (Phillips laxative tablets) the night before. I tried a different type when I couldn’t find the Phillips and my body didn’t like it so I had issues. I switched back to Phillips and my problems were gone so laxatives are important! If you’re having issues, consider switching laxatives to a very gentle one and maybe it’ll work better for your body! If you take a stronger laxative, it might stimulate your body to go before you are ready to do your bowel program. So it’s important to find something that works for you!
Were you wearing the seatbelt when you had the car accident?
Very interesting. Thank you.
This are issues one would normally not immediately think of, but they of course pose a serious problem to disabled people.
Alle the best and God and Jesus bless!
What happen to cause the spinal cord injury?
Thankyou for sharing ❤
You're a really cute and brave girl. Go on!
Thank you very much
Thanks for the video I'm struggling still from being shot
Well done!
Am a paraplegic also,i struggle with frequent diaherria and stomach pains ,i cant keep food in my stomach
Hi Tara! First off I must say that you are a very courageous young woman! Bravo for making this video! I am 27 years post sci to L1 with CES. I have Areflexic which makes the bowel flaccid. I have tried so many different things and just recently came across this. A question for you is what type of condition is yours? I am hoping the ballon feature will hold the dam back for Areflexic. Lol. Hope all is well with you!
i use it for 8 years now...
I don’t have a program I suffered a spinal cord injury at level L1 and my spine is fused from T11 to L3 so I have issues pooping and use a catheter to pee ugh
Dang, I thought I was irregular going every other day. I can’t imagine once every 10 days.
I was molested as a kid and struggle a lot and this is really helping me ❤ thank you for sharing ❤
You usually do it sitting on the toilet? Can it be done laying down?
Well there’s not a specific reason you have to do it upright but there’s no way to do it in bed unless you plan on soaking your bed with dirty water lmao
@@ParaTara lol. True . I meant the tub .just wondering if being on the left side will make more releases?
@@frerisa7876 honestly I doubt laying on your left side would any difference but I suppose you could always try! I usually just press on my left side after I take the balloon out and that actually helps sometimes!!
@@ParaTara that's good to hear but why after taking the balloon not Before? Ever released in the tub Before?
@@frerisa7876 because you want everything to come out after taking the balloon out. The balloon keeps the water in to dissolve and stimulate and then you deflate the balloon when you want to make a bowel movement! I’m afraid pressing on my stomach beforehand might press the balloon out but it also defeats the point! But I have never gone in the tub but there’s not a reason to!
My dream is to have this in Brasil ☹️
sorry i couldnt pay too much attention your hair is so pretty
Give some remedy to control spasms in legs
I actually don’t get spasms!
Stretching helps to keep tendons loose. Baclofen is for spasms but there is other drugs for relaxation your spasms. I myself have them very severely so I have the baclofen pump
@@ParaTara your very lucky my friend
@@jenniferksmrs yeah I have heard spasms have ups and downs! They can be beneficial for quads too grip things and prevent muscle atrophy a little bit, but sucky when they try to throw you out of your chair lmao!
I use that same thing
Miralax takes time to go through your intestinal track in order to draw liquid into your track in order to make your poop softer not so hard. Taking laxatives is not a good idea to take regularly bc then your body will depend on them more an more hence having to take more an more in order to poop then eventually having to always rely on laxatives in order to poop then one day they won't work then you'll end up having to get a poop bag.
Well I really don’t have a choice haha!
@@ParaTara is ur poop hard or just doesn't want to come down. Like if u put your finger up there N can feel it N do stimulation to what seems like forever an it still won't come down? I found out a trick that if I take miralax on the day I poop, the next time you poop, the first poop to come out has obviously been in there the longest so I take 2.5 doses that day an regular doses every day. I didn't think it would really work but drinking only water does help. Have you ever tried lying in bed on your left side an using a suppository? That's how I was taught but that was 20 years ago an to catch the poop they had me use those little half circle tub basins that you spit in to like brush your teeth. The roundness of those wrap around your butt perfectly. When I was going to school an went to hang out with my bf after school I'd get home late an have to poop an shower. When the little basin filled up I'd grab another an so on till I was done. Put those to the side then get in my chair N before I took a shower flush all the poop an not at once then rinse the basins out good with hot water then fill sink up with hot soapy water. Let them soak while I was showering an some ppl might think this is absolutely gross but my mom was the one who did it but I'd put the basins in the dishwasher for them to get washed but I'd rather clean then by hand an then clorox wipe them
@@ParaTara trust me when I tell you from experience you have to find a way to stop taking laxatives all the time!!!
I can't reach to do a manual
02:39 LOL Suddenly. Another person.
I have that
Definitely not the most appealing topic, but an interesting video for sure
With spinal cord injuries, the problems we have to deal with definitely aren’t the most “appealing topic,” so a lot of people don’t talk about it. But it needs to be discussed nevertheless!
@@ParaTara True, I guess there are many who don't want to talk about it because they're too embarrassed
@@MultiSimon1993 yeah so I’m just trying to show ppl that manual evac isn’t the only option! 😊
@@ParaTara Yeah :) Your option is most probably the most convenient
@@MultiSimon1993 ohhhhhh no no no, manual evacuation is the easiest 😂😂 but it wasn’t successful for me and that can lead to UTIs which could be detrimental to our kidney/bladder health later on if you’ve constantly got infections! So even tho this way is more expensive (for a lot of ppl) and takes longer- personally it’s the better option for me! But there are also surgical options!
How much of water does ur body usually take at a time out of the 1000 ml?
850mL
@@ParaTara ok. Do you feel anything during the time when the stool dissolve ? I believe the milk of magnesium would have already transported the stool earlier
@@frerisa7876 no. I haven’t had accidents in a while but I have been using the same laxatives and don’t have issues of it acting too quickly or aggressively.
@@ParaTara kk. You follow any diet? Do high or low fibre? How long does food usually takes from eating till passing out?
@@frerisa7876 I don’t have a diet, I mostly eat junk like every other teenager lmao. Not sure about that either but I go every other day.
Where can I buy this from in India please tell 🙏🏻
I’m not completely sure other than going to your doctor! A doctor must prescribe this! I am in the US
@@ParaTara im already taking enema from 9 years in my bed. Its hard to find any dr. Who can help me
@@anuragjakhmola ah I’m sorry! I hope you find someone soon who can help!
Takes me only 20 minutes wit enemeez
Lucky!!
Why can’t we sneeze?!
you'd poop yourself.
@@solnsoul when you're doing the routine or always??
@@ffrai3094im not paraplegic actually
Does she have an onlyfans page
I just recently started using a Peristeen after about 8 yrs after injury, i have to ask what difference do you notice adding miralax to the water bag? Did you do it with just water before that? And did the doc tell you to add miralax? Thanks in advance!
I started with miralax as directed by my doc!
Interesting I’ll definitely be asking at my next appointment