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Catastrophic Vision Loss Can Point to Stroke

...  vision loss can point to stroke A physical exam the resident completed confirmed that her left pupil did not react to bright light. The exam of her cornea and lens … But even this treatment has not been a significantly curative treatment for ocular stroke. The bottom line is that … Read more on Columbus Dispatch KU researcher's 'neural prosthesis' could help people with brain injuries Brain injuries now require long periods of intense physical and speech therapy that aren't always fully effective. Nudo hopes a … They may be used to correct speech problems caused by a stroke or to control the symptoms of psychiatric orders … Read more on Kansas City Star Read ...

Northern Iowa Therapy Still Growing After 20 Years

...  Iowa Therapy still growing after 20 years Northern Iowa Therapy is a provider of occupational, physical and speech therapy. The clinic, at 1810 4th St. SW in Waverly … It staffs specialty clinics in the areas of spinal rehab, hand therapy, lymphedema and low vision skills. Sara Harrison … Read more on Waterloo Cedar Falls Courier Health happenings: Jan. 14 Balance screenings: Body in Balance Physical Therapy, 4442 Fifth St. W. and 701 Manatee Ave. W., Suite 10, is offering free computerized … Lymphedema Support Group with Marsha Shuford, 941-798-2141; call for appointment. Fitness ...

Vocalists Rita & the Cosmos Take Seniors on Sentimental Journeys

...  physical therapist also loves that they group performs for elders. And, she says, the women are a heck of a lot of fun. "They're like sisters. They're really showing me what the … Read more on Marin Independent Journal Moorings Park at Grey Oaks to feature assisted living and memory care center The community's 7,208-square-foot Center for Healthy Living will offer doctor's office visits, a fitness center, outpatient physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy. Moorings Park's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Michael Gloth, a Fellow in … Read more on Naples Daily News Read ...

Good News: FSU Cheerleaders With First Coast Ties Make Trip to Pasadena

Good News: FSU cheerleaders with First Coast ties make trip to Pasadena Their job is to make sure the crowd is engaged, to be quiet when needed and pumped up when the team needs noise, Register said. “We cheer them on no matter what,” she said. In this case, FSU … The quilts were given to the pediatric program at the … Read more on Florida Times-Union What happens when your son tells you he's really a girl Psychiatrist Annelou de Vries and psychologist Peggy Cohen-Kettenis developed this therapeutic method in the Netherlands (it's often called “the Dutch approach”), and say they want to “prevent youths with nonpersisting gender dysphoria from having to … Read more on Macleans.ca Read more... ...

The 25 Best Episodes of NBC's Community

...  Earned Its Place: Abed's legendary impersonation of Don Draper is the only qualification that this episode really needs, but “Physical Education” is filled with terrific one-liners and pop culture references, in addition to some well-placed … Read more on We Got This Covered Shooting for a bright future: Charley Weber rebuilding his life after year of … Charley has learned patience the hard way in a year of hard-won recovery through hundreds of hours of physical and speech therapy. He's also gained a sense of mortality few high school sophomores have. “I appreciate the little things more now. I don't … Read more on In-Forum Read ...

What Is Primal Therapy?

Question by we could be perfect one last night…: What is primal therapy? In very simple terms, please, because I read the Wikipedia entry and still can’t understand; the wording was too complicated for me. Can someone please explain it in details? Best answer: Answer by Fitzgeraldfinding a way to releave the pains of childhood. especially emotional pain. the theory is: Pain responce is “stored” in the central nervous system and must be relieved for excellent emotional and possibly physical health. psychotherapy is a part of the treatment. Add your own answer in the comments!   Read more... ...

Cerebral Palsy Physical Therapy: Toys for Children With Cerebral Palsy

Parents of children with cerebral palsy need to be encouraged to play with their children.  In fact, children who  do not have access to the play experience can be negatively impacted in their development, overall health and both their physical and mental well-being.  The same is true for children with spina bifida and muscular dystrophy  and those who experience a whole host of muscular and skeletal challenges. The good news is that there are current toys out there that can fit the bill or that might just need a little modification to make them appropriate.  Finding these play products gives parents the ability to delight and inspire a child with cerebral palsy and encourage a connection to play.    Read more... ...