Originally Posted By MouseketeerMommy Darn it, darn it, darn it!!! I was showing my husband the roomrates I found for our upcoming trip to DL (Thurs/Fri after Thanksgiving), when I saw my sleeping 6 yr old about to fall off of my bed. I went running and leaped toward the bed to catch him. Next thing I know I am screaming and writhing around on the bed (6 yr old no longer sleeping). I made it through the night, but went to the ER this morning at 9:30. I just got home around 3:45 pm. Xrays were clear, but the doc suspects ligament damage. I am in a brace and on crutches. I have to make an appt with the orthopedic surgeon... I don't want to have to cancel our trip, but I don't see myself being able to walk on crutches around DL for 2 days. Anybody ever done it??? Any suggestions???
Originally Posted By sherrytodd Oh no. Having just finished up with crutches, I really don't think you would make it too far at DL with crutches. You will cover a lot of distance in one day. You can rent a wheelchair.
Originally Posted By friendofdd I agree that it would be difficult. The easiest solution would be wheel chair rental.
Originally Posted By x Pirate_Princess x I say wheelchair rental, bring the crutches for when you have to transfer from the chair, and look into a guest assistance pass.
Originally Posted By MouseketeerMommy I was just checking out the DL website. How likely is it to be able to get either an ECV or wheelchair? Do they run out of them early? What is a guest assistance pass and where do I get one?
Originally Posted By hammertime Agreed - bring the crutches but rent a wheel chair. My dad did Disneyland with a injured knee. We rented a wheelchair ( can't remember the name of the company)- not from Disneyland - and he brought his cane for when it was time to get from the ride.
Originally Posted By SierraAloha MouseketeerMommy, I agree with hammertime. Rent your wheelchair from an outside source. The Disneyland wheelchairs are okay, but they don't allow you to take it outside the front gates, which can make getting to the car/hotel a long and exhausting journey/ordeal. Plus, an outside source would be cheaper and no daily deposit(though I am not sure you have to leave a deposit for a regular wheelchair..I know you have to with an ECV) As for the Guest Assistance Pass...it's a special pass for disabled guests that allows them to bypass certain queue elements. Because I have pins in both ankles and arthritis from the pins and walk with a cane, I get a Special Assistance Pass that excludes me from having to climb stairs. It covers me and up to five others, in my party. With a wheelchair, though, you may not need a Special Assistance Pass. Most of the rides are wheelchair accessable to specific points. You can download the Guests with Disabilities Guidebook from Disneyland.com and that will provide you with everything you need to know about wheelchairing around Disneyland. Let me warn you, from my experience with traveling with wheelchair bound companions in the past, during especially crowded times of the year....People are not the least bit careful or understanding with a wheelie....It can get tedious...be patient and make sure you have a competent pilot and you'll do fine.... Aloha
Originally Posted By SierraAloha Oh and you can get the Special Assistance passes at City Hall at Disneyland or the Guest Assistance spot at DCA...Make sure you tell them how many people in your party and how long you'll be visiting, that way, you don't have to go each day and get a new one and once you get one, it's good at both parks. Aloha
Originally Posted By minniefan I just got back from DL and rented an ECV from an outside company for all 6 days. We stayed at the Park Vue, and I was able to just leave it in their locked office at night to charge. I would pick it up in the morning and head into the park. I had ankle surgery about 6 weeks ago and while I could walk some, I knew there was no way I could do 6 days in the park. I have to say, using the ECV was awesome! It completely saved my trip! In crowded parts of the park (New Orleans Square) or while waiting for fireworks it took more patience, but it was completely worth it. In some places, like Fantasyland, I would just park it in the general vicinity and walk to each ride. It was really helpful on Space Mountain as well, as we were able to enter through the exit and not have to manuever the long queue. I would just ask the cast member at each ride. I can't recommend it enough. I had no pain issues and I was able to thoroughly enjoy my trip...and my ankle thanked me as well! My 7 year old LOVED hitching a ride on the late nights out of the park as well. Good luck!
Originally Posted By Mousekateer Mommy Thank you! Those were my thoughts! Where did you rent from minniefan? I just have to convince my husband that we can still have a good time!
Originally Posted By chilifries Ouch!! So sorry to hear about your injury. Hopefully it will heal sufficiently so that the bumps and nudges from travelling and experiencing the park won't be painful. Given that, I am hopeful you and your family will experience a different care and magical side of Disney that the majority don't get to see. And in addition it may be a great bonding event for y'all. There'll be intense crowds who are busy and rude but it can ease if your family helps create a path through to where you're headed. Best wishes for a merry and memorable trip!
Originally Posted By wolfchild I just recently had a torn ligament/stress fracture/sprained ankle back in July. Ask your doctor if it's possible for you to wear a walking boot. That's what I got and managed six full days walking around San Diego Comic-Con followed by a full day walking around DL with only minimal discomfort. I actually asked around here about the advantages/disadvantages of having a wheelchair or ECV in DL and the overwhelming vote was to stick with the walking boot. The boot cost an extra $60 at the hospital but it was worth every single penny and then some!
Originally Posted By Mousekateer Mommy With the knee, I don't think a walking boot is an option. But, I will talk to the surgeon on Thursday.
Originally Posted By The-Tink-Mobile keep ice on twenty minutesof peas works great because it will cover the whole area, you can also freeze water in a stryo cup cut off the bottom and use that to run all over your injury with a dry towel in hand, keep foot elevated when resting, a wheel chair is good, have good support, you'll do fine, hey you sound like your good at having fun, our prayers have already being sent to the lord, your in Good hands, take care, God Bless , we are all praying you will be just fine, there are a lot of magical smiles out there, wishing you a dream of healing to come true, even if it doesn't a positive attitude a big smile will go a long way, right Dad , right everyone, make memories, we never have enough of them, hugs from the tink mobile and family,,oxox
Originally Posted By The-Tink-Mobile ice or frozen peas , on twenty minutes off twenty minutes , sorry for mis writing, bye for now, make sure you let us know how things turn out, we are looking for a positive out come, hugs oxox
Originally Posted By TMICHAEL Hey ya Mommy, for what its worth, I did WDW/IOA for 6 days, pre-OP, with a torn ACL and major meniscus tear...all on crutches and a knee brace. It all depends on what kind of shape you're in. I did rent a wheelchair for the day at IOA but hated being in it and ended up pushing it around. The only thing is watching out for other inconsiderate people. On our flight, the attendant hit my knee 5 times with a galley door, we were in the first row. And actually had my foot run over by some FOP's in electric rental chairs at EPCOT. But most all Disney and Universal employees were great making sure I was ok going through the lines and getting into the ride vehicles. And never once had to wait for my crutches at unload, CM's always had them ready. Even at rides like RnRC and SM where the unload is at a different place than load.
Originally Posted By minniefan MouseMommy, I used Universal Medical (714)731-7777 or (800)-864-6331. Five full day rental cost $185. Good luck and trust me, you will still have a great time. Having an ECV didn't hamper our trip in the slightest!
Originally Posted By p-n-p06 You can have a wonderful time despite your injury. We went the wheelchair route when I had a sprained ankle last year and it was so nice. The CM give great service in general but are very attentive to needs of those with disabilities. It was nice to view the day from a different (lower) angle as well...I saw a lot of things that I never thought to look at/for when I was walking and mobile on other trips. We also got priority seating at shows which was so nice. If you rent a chair at DLR they run an authorization on your credit card and hold your photo ID until you return the chair. I didn't need the chair after leaving the park but I can see where it would be needed in your situation. In no way should you worry about not having fun on your trip...you will have a super time!!!
Originally Posted By x Pirate_Princess x They hold your photo id? Don't they ask for ID when using your CC at the shops?
