PPS ClinicIf you are experiencing any post-polio symptoms such as unaccustomed fatigue - either rapid muscle tiring or a feeling of total body exhaustion; new weakness in muscles, both those originally affected and those seemingly unaffected; pain in muscles and/or joints; sleep problems; breathing or swallowing problems or decreased ability to tolerate cold temperatures and your primary care physician cannot find any other cause, you may want to be evaluated by a Post-Polio Specialist. We, in central Virginia, are fortunate to have a Post-Polio Clinic at Sheltering Arms Hospital, 2805 West Broad St., Richmond. The Director of the PPS Clinic is Dr. Albert Jones. Information can be given by calling: 804-915-1174 or 804-915-1180. |
Saturday, August 6th Meeting2:00 pm at Children's Hospital, 2924 Brook Road, Richmond General Discussion of questions, concerns, new information and products. Saturday, September 4th MeetingPLEASE NOTE: This is the second Saturday, due to Labor Day 2:00 pm at Children's Hospital, 2924 Brook Road, Richmond Two of our members, Frances Thomas and Judy Williams, will discuss their trip in June to the St. Louis Post Polio Conference, "Strategies for Living Well." They will present what they learned from the speakers and optional sessions which they attended. Check the August-September 2005 newsletter
for information on the 2005
Central Virginia Post-Polio Conference on n October
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Our Support Group
The Central Virginia Post Polio Support Group was organized in 1986. Our group meets regularly to offer support, provide meaningful education and encourage advocacy for those survivors of polio who are now experiencing Post Polio Syndrome (PPS) and the medical community. Our members strive to help others in seeking an appropriate diagnosis, finding effective treatments, and assisting with necessary life style changes despite the increase of limitations caused by PPS. Spouses, family and friends of those with PPS are equal members and partners in our group. In addition to expert speakers and the sharing of knowledge, we often enjoy social events among our many activities. Our group attempts to be a supportive and caring community to anyone affected by the pain, weakness, fatigue and grief of PPS.