In 2007, Quadriciser Corporation was asked to speak at the Knoxville Stroke Club’s monthly meeting. Ron Dillon, president of the club had used the Quadriciser at National Neuro in west Knoxville and wanted his peers to see the machine in action.
CEO, Larry Bohanan’s presentation was very hands-on and he asked if one of the members would try the Quadriciser. Dennis, who had a stroke a few years prior, agreed and after only thirty minutes on the machine was amazed at the results.
Dennis enjoyed his time on the Quadriciser and enjoyed the stretch that it gave him. Easing the pain of the contractures and making him feel more limber. It wasn’t until the machine stopped, that he realized he could open and close his contracted hand. “Holy Cow,” was Dennis’ reaction once he saw what one, thirty minute session could do.
When Dennis stood up after the session, he realized his cane had been moved out of the way for the setup of the Quadriciser, it was out of his reach. Dennis then walked about ten feet to retrieve his cane. During the walk, Dennis became emotional, stating, “I could never walk without that cane.” To which his wife, who was also crying said, “Sorry about the tears, this has been a long road for us, we have been working hard.” Later they said that the Quadriciser gave them hope that other treatments hadn’t.
The Greater Knoxville Area Stroke Club - Support Group meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month at Mercy Hospital’s downtown campus in the Shamrock Room, 900 E. Oak Hill Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37917. Phone (865) 690-0248. The group provides support, education, and socialization for stroke survivors, their families, and their caregivers.
For information on scheduling Quadriciser Corporation to speak or do a demonstration at your organization contact Charmin Foth, Public Relations Manager at 865-689-5003. |