| Post Polio Syndrome Testimonials |
What "Futures" Did For Me
By Sharman Collins -- November, 1996
Futures Unlimited, Inc., in Columbus, Mississippi provides out-patient physical therapy and rehabilitation
primarily for clients suffering from post-polio syndrome, spinal cord injuries, cerebral palsy, head
trauma, and developmental disorders. In the field of rehabilitation, the clinic's efforts are primarily
directed by Ed Snapp, P.T. Mr. Snapp is a polio survivor. My therapy started on August 11, and finished on
August 25, 1996 The results of the treatment are truly remarkable...very little short of miraculous!
In the last five and one-half years, my physical condition deteriorated rapidly. I had no physical limitations
six years ago. As of August 1996, I was spending 12 hours a day on a Bi-pap, wearing a rigid full-torso
back brace, using my scooter to go from one side of a room to another, and unable to cook, clean, or use
my muscles in any sustained way at all.
When I left Futures after my treatment, I was astounded by how good I felt. I went to the clinic expecting
no improvement. Over the years, I have tried many different types of treatment. None of them gave me
any significant relief. But I was determined to keep on looking--not only for me--but for all of us.
Post-polio syndrome is the great robber of vitality and ability. If there was a viable treatment option out
there, God-willing, I would find it.
I have gained measurable strength each week since I have been home. My scooter is parked in the
garage to use to take the dogs out for a long walk up and down the back of my hill. My back brace and
Bi-pap are in the closet, unused since the end of August. In the last month, I have been able to shop---on
foot---for hours. My kitchen is once again MY OWN. I have made pies, cookies, muffins, and dinners for
my family, all in the last several weeks. I am knitting again and able to sew a bit, too. My body
temperature is back to normal--no more freezing legs.
My body is still weak, but I am able to exercise hard in the pool now. And I am gaining strength. Everyone
asks me, "Will this last? How much stronger will you get in the future?" I am leaving that up to the Lord. I
will do my part, and He will take care of the rest, in whatever way He desires. May He do what He will with
this new-found physical strength. It is in His hands, as is everything else in my life.
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NOTE: Sharman continues to have a full, active life in 2004, eight years after original treatment.
By Sharman Collins -- November, 1996
Futures Unlimited, Inc., in Columbus, Mississippi provides out-patient physical therapy and rehabilitation
primarily for clients suffering from post-polio syndrome, spinal cord injuries, cerebral palsy, head
trauma, and developmental disorders. In the field of rehabilitation, the clinic's efforts are primarily
directed by Ed Snapp, P.T. Mr. Snapp is a polio survivor. My therapy started on August 11, and finished on
August 25, 1996 The results of the treatment are truly remarkable...very little short of miraculous!
In the last five and one-half years, my physical condition deteriorated rapidly. I had no physical limitations
six years ago. As of August 1996, I was spending 12 hours a day on a Bi-pap, wearing a rigid full-torso
back brace, using my scooter to go from one side of a room to another, and unable to cook, clean, or use
my muscles in any sustained way at all.
When I left Futures after my treatment, I was astounded by how good I felt. I went to the clinic expecting
no improvement. Over the years, I have tried many different types of treatment. None of them gave me
any significant relief. But I was determined to keep on looking--not only for me--but for all of us.
Post-polio syndrome is the great robber of vitality and ability. If there was a viable treatment option out
there, God-willing, I would find it.
I have gained measurable strength each week since I have been home. My scooter is parked in the
garage to use to take the dogs out for a long walk up and down the back of my hill. My back brace and
Bi-pap are in the closet, unused since the end of August. In the last month, I have been able to shop---on
foot---for hours. My kitchen is once again MY OWN. I have made pies, cookies, muffins, and dinners for
my family, all in the last several weeks. I am knitting again and able to sew a bit, too. My body
temperature is back to normal--no more freezing legs.
My body is still weak, but I am able to exercise hard in the pool now. And I am gaining strength. Everyone
asks me, "Will this last? How much stronger will you get in the future?" I am leaving that up to the Lord. I
will do my part, and He will take care of the rest, in whatever way He desires. May He do what He will with
this new-found physical strength. It is in His hands, as is everything else in my life.
____________________
NOTE: Sharman continues to have a full, active life in 2004, eight years after original treatment.
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