Exercise from a Wheelchair?

I am permanently disabled and in a wheelchair. One leg has been amputated, the other is numb (it actually feels paralyzed) from diabetic neuropathy. How can I excercise effectively enough to lose weight? I will not disclose how much I've gained :) but let's say I ain't happy when I look in a mirror!

Help?!

Humbly,
TalkerCat

Hey, i would suggest lifting weights, & move your arms to ur fave music for 20 min every day and watch your calorie intake :)
sooo now Try it...
hope i helped

Are you at all involved in a physical rehabilitation program? If not, I would suggest asking your doctor if there is one in your area that you might qualify for. They have special equipment just for people who don't have use of their legs, such as "arm bikes," where you sit and push bicycle-like pedals with your arms. You could also do weight training and stabilization exercises with your torso, upperbody, and arms. However, since you're disabled, I would strongly suggest working out a plan with a physical therapist, or at least a trainer at a gym who may have experience with this. Good luck and good health to you!

PS -- My mom is a nurse and my grandfather and aunt (Dad's side) both have diabetes. My grandfather unfortunately died before I was born, but he was confined to a wheelchair also. My maternal grandmother had diabetes too, but hers was controlled with pills, whereas dad's side does insulin injectioins. I'm not sure why... or the difference... but dad's side seems to be more severe. Anyway, just thought I'd share my connection.