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| Gentleman with dropped head due to Parkinson's |
We have just launched our website and have begun selling our Patent Pending band which we have named the Looking Forward Head Support System.
It is easy to use and it does the job of comfortably raising and supporting one's head.
Curious? Good!
Our band is deceptively simple but as with most things simple, it took a long time to develop with many trials and errors along the way. (We should post some pictures of our disasters....or not!!). We are very proud of our end product because it works beautifully and most importantly, the wearer can put it on themselves. No fussing with buttons or zippers or anything small that requires finger dexterity. We realize that the majority of our customers will likely have shaky hands and limited mobility. But even with such challenges, they should be able to fit the band on themselves independently.
The gentleman in the picture is the loving source of inspiration for our product. Without David, we wouldn't be here today with an incredible product ready and willing to help others with his condition. Thank you David, your love for all things knows no bounds and you continue to be my teacher.
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| The Looking Forward Head Support band |
David wears his band every day for hours at a time. It makes many aspects of his life possible.
Sound too good to be true? Believe it.
Think of eating and how you move your head to chew and swallow. Now try eating with your chin on your chest. How much are you spilling?
Having mobile neck muscles is crucial to a wide range of daily activities; from eating and watching TV to working on the computer and being able to look your loved-one in the eyes during a conversation. If you or someone in your life is having to restrict their activities due to dropped head syndrome brought on by Parkinson's Disease or any other medical condition, visit our website to learn more about our Looking Forward Head Support System.
Looking Forward to hearing from you.
17 hours agoDeborah Valenti
ReplyDeleteHi Marlena, I actually was 'looking' around on the net for some answers and possible relief for my Dad, Ernie. I came across your website and just had to forward it to my stepmum, Wendy. Since then she has contacted you and ordered and recieved your head 'band'. It has been a hard road for Dad with his parkinsons and other problems and now this not being able to even hold his head up is heartbreaking. The worst is not knowing the why, as the doctors could not give an answer. After many hours reading about others like Dad, I can tell you it helps. Wendy has sent some photos of Dad at his support group meeting getting the package from you. He was telling them all about this new head band that was coming from the States and Wendy walked in with the parcel, so Dad got to try it on the first time in front of his group. The photo they sent of Him sitting in his chair with his head up and looking into the camera was sooooo great!
Thankyou and I'll keep viewing your page! :) Debbie
Marlena Juniman
ReplyDeleteHi Deborah, I so understand the 'hard road'. It is heart breaking to watch those we love have to go through so much. I always hear others say that it is as hard for the spouse or caretaker as it is for the patient. I think it is equally hard but in a different way for everyone The people who are afflicted with this awful disease and the challenges they face from day to day are monumental. They do what we would think to be 'impossible' just by getting through each day.
I have so much admiration for my husband because he is determined to be strong and make the best of what is happening to him. I do my crying in private so that he can continue to draw strength from me. It is letters like your that give me determination to try to continue to reach as many people as I can with the Looking Forward Head Support. Your words validated this and I thank you so much for responding.
The Looking Forward is very new and we are just beginning to get wonderful response. I would love to have a photo of your dad wearing his head band and with his permission , post it on our blog or web pages. There is a section on our website for stories from our readers if you would care to share what you wrote to me. So many take comfort in knowing they are not alone and reading what you wrote to me would certainly be helpful to many.
Thank you again for sharing your story with me and please keep in touch. Parkinson's is bringing many who live apart very much together. Bless you.
Deborah Valenti
ReplyDeleteIf you would like the photo of Dad sitting at his meeting after opening his package from you, I was thinking if you e-mail Wendy Littlely she will probably send you the photo. I have said to her it would do Dad good to read and talk to others with similar problems, the same with Wendy to know that others are going through the caring and worrying of loved ones with multiple problems.
My Dad is Ernie Littlely and Wendy is my stepmum. They were so impressed with the promp dealings with you in getting the head strap to them. It took them weeks to get a brace over and when it got here, although better than what Dad had been using it was still too much of a strain to wear it for any amount of time. He is persevering with physio but I think just being able to go to the cricket or sit at the dinner table and look ahead is wonderful. It was so sad in November my son got married and Dad could only watch the wedding through the video camera, because he just couldn't get his head up....... cheers, Deb
Does the Dropped Head Support Band work if the patient's head leans toward the right or left, not only forward?
ReplyDeleteThank you for your inquiry. Without seeing the patient and having no information about their condition it would be impossible to evaluate if he/she is a good candidate for the device. We have had some patients with Dystonia wear the Looking Forward successfully. We suggest that you please consult with a neurologist or OT before deciding to purchase. We would be happy to forward a brochure and information to you if you would provide us with your contact information.
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