Neck Brace.

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I joined this group some years ago but for some reason my login details were lost. I've been in remission since 2009 but still unable to build muscle in my neck so sometimes it makes walking to keep my fitness levels up difficult. I've tried countless times to get a brace on  prescription. I'm in the Harrigayy region of London. Does anyone know of one that nobody is using or a charitable institution that may provide one. I'm a UK State Pensioner if that's pertinent.

  • Hi  

    I'm sorry I can't help but I thought I'd reply to say that at least I've seen your post. The reply will bring it to the top of the page and somebody else might see it

    I can't believe you are being ignored. It's awful.

    Can you keep badgering your GP weekly till they give in?

    Dani 

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    Just wanted to say hello and agree with Dani ,I think you should maybe try and see a different Dr who may be more supportive possibly asking for one apt /talk with a physiotherapist to see if they had any ideas/excercises or aids such as foam collar or a plastic neck brace.. if not try AGE UK your local branch has sadly closed( or so it says on the internet) but Harringey residents can call any of these branches 

    GOOD LUCK Debbie

    AGE UK Barnet

    The Ann Owens Centre
    Oak Lane
    London N2 8LT

    Phone number: 020 8203 5040
    info@ageukbarnet.org.uk

    AGE UK Camden

    Great Croft Resource Centre
    Cromer Street
    London WC1H 8LF

    Phone number: 020 7239 0400 
    info@ageukcamden.org.uk

    AGE UK Enfield

    John Jackson Library
    35 Agricola Place
    Bush Hill Park
    EN1 1DW

    Phone: 020 8375 4120
    admin@ageukenfield.org.uk

    AGE UK Islington

    6 Manor Gardens
    N7 6LA
    Phone: 020 7281 6018
    gethelp@ageukislington.org.uk

  • Seeing a different doctor would be a trick in itself, actually seeing a doctor face to face is a minor triumph. The last one said I'd need a referral to a specialist...I won't hold my breath.l'll keep searching online for an unwanted brace,but thank you for the links.

  • I know sadly  its not an easy task these days.There are a variety of collars and neck braces available online /Amazon but it would be better to know medically which would suit your needs best.

    Our local Age concern have been very helpful in finding aids and resources for a neighbour maybe   worth a phone call Fingers crossed

    All the best 

    Debbie

  • Thanks Debbie I'll try them.

  • Thank you for the bump to the top. I'm aware that doctors are different in each neighborhood. Unfortunately referrals to specialist are like good dust post COVID. And unfortunately every week the problem gets just a bit harder to deal with.