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    Old 11-16-2011, 08:11 AM
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    I just moved my 'studio' again. Had my LA table made bigger and an upgrade. So other than the table and upgrade nothing is new.

    I have my cutting table at a comfortable height ... it is a rolling [with locking wheels] kitchen cart with shelves and is just right for me.

    Then I have my Swopper ... that is a sorta balance ball seat that isn't inflatable but is adjustable. Look it up on the net. It almost forces me to use good posture. It cut down on the TENS use for me, so it was a good investment. Yes, it cost a bit and has been worth every dollar/penny I spent on it.

    I also had Home Depot cut those about 1" think floor mats that are like puzzle pieces into halves. I stand on that when using the quilting machine. I tried Crocs on my feet but they don't fit well enough to be comfortable.

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    Old 11-16-2011, 08:15 AM
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    A TENS unit does help me. It supplies electrical stimulation to the pain area. Must be gotten through your doctor. insurance or medicare may pay for it
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    Old 11-16-2011, 08:23 AM
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    I bought the mesh back support that goes on your regular chair back. I find that the added curve in the back forces me to sit straighter and not slouch. I also bought the magnifying glass set for my Bernina for FMQ so I don't bend forward to see where I'm sewing. I would love to upgrade to the ergonomic cutter that fits into a rail on the rulers but I can't justify the price or the waste. I would have to buy the new rulers and I have a fairly large collection of regular rulers already.
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    Old 11-16-2011, 09:08 AM
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    I got a high backed office chair so I can lean back every 15 mins to rest my neck.I have ruptured discs and have to lean back often or I am in so much pain for a few days that I am in bed .It was about $150.00 but priceless to me.
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    Old 11-16-2011, 09:16 AM
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    I made myself new arm cushions, seat, and back for my chair. The seat, back and arms were getting so flat it wasn't comfy anymore.
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    Old 11-16-2011, 09:25 AM
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    A quality office chair! I sat on at least 15 in Staples on Saturday, and kept returning to this one. It does have arms, which turns out not to be so great as I can't lower them enough to get under the sewing table, but that does force me to use a better posture anyway.

    Cheers, K
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    Old 11-16-2011, 09:37 AM
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    Chocolate!!!
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    Old 11-16-2011, 09:48 AM
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    Originally Posted by JOMARIE
    A TENS unit does help me. It supplies electrical stimulation to the pain area. Must be gotten through your doctor. insurance or medicare may pay for it
    I have a tens unit from a previous fall, but now that I am on Medicare, will they pay for the pads?
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    Old 11-16-2011, 09:56 AM
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    I splurged on the Accuquilt Studio. That has really eliminated a lot of cutting time for me.
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    Old 11-16-2011, 10:29 AM
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    I bring my iPad in and listen to an audio book while I quilt.
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