Agfa13 wrote:Ok, I am doing some searching on FT, but my arthritis is acting up. It is a real challenge to pump up.
Anyone have any ideas on alternate ways to squeeze the bulb? I still prefer to pump it myself!
Arthritis sucks. Price we pay for 65 years of being hyperactive and doing everything myself I guess. I refuse to let it slow me down.
Here’s how I’ve dealt with pumping. Might not work for everyone. It works really well for me.
I use thumb and forefinger (index finger) of left hand. I sort of cradle the bulb with them, like the thumb and forefinger were a set of vice grips or pair of pliers. I bend that first joint of forefinger just enough to provide the bulb a place to seat itself. I hold the bulb tightly enough between thumb and forefinger to be able to pull it away just a little so tubing, nuts, etc are not in the way.
I then use entire right hand to squeeze the thumb and forefinger, sort of creating a scissors effect. It’s not hard to establish a good rhythm. I’ve never pumped til it won’t pump anymore, although the bulb does get harder and harder as I increase pressure within the cylinders.
At about 65-75 little squeezes I am rock hard and have an angle that most 18 year olds would be happy with.
Good luck with your MRIs.
Age 68. Physically fit educated red neck in Texas. Very married. 23 cm (18+5) of LGX installed by Dr. Bryan Kansas 12/31/2019. I fought the ED and my wife & I won. I’m either full of shit or sound advice. You decide which.