Comments for Travel For Disabled People

Comment on The Uses and Benefits of Copper Magnetic Bracelets by Andi

Andi — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:17:53 +0000

The statement that magnetic copper bracelets “have been proven to have beneficial effects on pain, inflammation and other joint and muscle problems” is simply not true.

The research shows that these things are not effective. Hence:

“People who experience persistent and disabling pain may be especially vulnerable to misleading claims relating to unproven treatments…Our results indicate that magnetic and copper bracelets are generally ineffective for managing pain, stiffness and phsyical function…reported therapeutic benefits are most likely attributable to non-specific placebo effects”.

Source: Richmond et al (2009)Therapeutic effects of magnetic and copper bracelets in osteoarthritis: a randomised placebo-controlled crossover trial. Complementary Therapies in Medicine. 17, 249-256. Link: http://linkinghub.elsevier.com/retrieve/pii/S0965229909000569

Don’t believe the hype. This is simply an thinly veiled advert to sell something that doesn’t work.

Comment on How You Can Independently And Safely Enjoy Your Vacation With Wheelchair Holidays by Tina Williams

Tina Williams — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:10:06 +0000

I’m not sure which airlines allow wheelchair passengers off the plane first? Actually that would be a real pain as everyone else on the plane would have to wait. Also a lot of times in Europe they have boarded my husband last! Not fun having everyone watch as he struggles to transfer from the ridiculously small aisle chair to the seat.

Comment on Top Picks for a Caribbean Honeymoon Vacation by Promo Lings

Promo Lings — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 06:55:57 +0000

I am thinking of San Francisco vactaion this year. I usually rent a car and have been using Thrifty.com with promo coupon RAD10 for 10% off car rental. Anyone know of any other better deals? I would like to save as much money as possible.

Comment on Wheelchair Travel Tips -Boarding a Plane & Renting a Car by civilwarcat

civilwarcat — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 14:47:10 +0000

Excellent video! I’m disabled myself and this extremely helpful. I flew to CA from VA a couple of times around 10 yrs ago or so and I got bumped to 1st clas which was awesome but I would have found a video like this very helpful b4 I went. Thanks

Comment on Paris – Accessible Travel For The Disabled by Donald Carr

Donald Carr — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 23:57:26 +0000

France has to be my greatest vacation destination. Each occasion I visit I discover new things that I enjoy.

Comment on Holiday Packages in Bali by bali thailand

bali thailand — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:30:12 +0000

In some regions of Bali there are bull races along most of the rice fields to please a trained god of harvest.

Comment on More Villas and Hotels in Bali by bali forum.com.au

bali forum.com.au — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:28:58 +0000

When in Bali, never use your left hand when giving or receiving objects, which is considered taboo; do not beckon people with your finger and this is very rude.

Comment on Holiday Packages in Bali by bali hostels

bali hostels — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:28:57 +0000

In 1906 the Netherlands took control of Bali. During the Dutch capture of the island many thousands of Balinese were killed. Puputan Square in Denpasar is named after the suicidal battle of the Balinese aristocracy in their struggle against the Dutch.

Comment on Holiday Packages in Bali by thailand beach resort

thailand beach resort — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 09:22:41 +0000

Bali is definitely a good choice. But I prefer Thailand to Bali because of many reasons. It provides an ultimate sea view and coral reefs. I stayed there last month and found it really great. mainly Koh Samui Thailand has stolen the show.

Comment on Top 10 Beach Vacations by Francisco Jody

Francisco Jody — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 06:43:36 +0000

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