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Would a mobility scooter and/or a back brace help with arachnoiditis? i've had 2 dcs since 2000. i could live easier with a brace and scooter.
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Go with brace: if U are able to walk safely, keep walking and moving to maintain conditioning.
Answered 1/3/2016
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