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Stroke Rehabilitation

...  Rehabilitation – Dr. Ira Rashbaum, an experts in stroke care and rehabilitation, discusses stroke rehabilitation.   by ntlk_ Stroke survivor starting support group His family is a huge part of his recovery, giving him plenty of love and support along the way, including his wife Annette, his daughter Emily, age 16, and his daughter Kayla, age 19, who is a student at Appalachian State University. “They have all … Read more on Mount Airy News Read ...

Randomized Clinical Trial of the Timing It Right Stroke Family Support Program

...  clinical trial of the timing it right stroke family support program … Randomized clinical trial of the timing it right stroke family support program: research protocol. Family caregivers provide invaluable support to stroke survivors during their recovery, rehabilitation, and community re-integration. Unfortunately, it … Read more on 7thSpace Interactive (press release) Tags: stroke survivors, clinical trial, stroke survivor ...

Occupational Therapy Assistant?

Question by Ashley J: Occupational Therapy Assistant? So IM thinkinq about doing OTA. this is my freshman year in college second sememster. Ive been taking my prereqs to become a Rn But My heart has always been In occupational therapy.i love the field..Ive heard bad things about it and positive things. I stay in Arkansas. Its a very small town. So I really dont know how good the pay is but it is what i want to do. So if anybody knows anybody in this field or have experience in this field would you please give me some info about it? do you love your job, good pay, rewarding career?? thank you! Read more... ...

Spokes for Strokes Dan Zimmerman to Bike Cross Country for a Cause

Spokes for Strokes Dan Zimmerman to bike cross country for a cause The exercise improves blood flow to all areas of his body, especially the brain, he said. “I ride four … He plans to raise awareness about recovery from strokes and offer hope of stroke survivors through television, radio and newspaper interviews … Read more on FH Times Cape Regional Calendar Notes for March, 2014 A comprehensive 8 hour class on diabetes management techniques, including Education, Meal Planning, Medications, Exercise and Blood-Glucose Monitoring. This class series will be held at the medical center on Mondays, … This group is for stroke/brain … Read more on Cape May County Herald (press release) Read more... ...

BOTOX® (Botulinum Toxin Type A) Receives Approval in the UK for the Treatment

...  of lower limb spasticity associated with stroke requires a multidisciplinary approach and usually includes physical therapy, pharmacological … Read more on SYS-CON Media (press release)   Products to Help Strengthen Your Hand Muscles After a Stroke : Tips for Staying Fit – Subscribe Now: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=Ehowfitness Watch More: http://www.youtube.com/Ehowfitness Strengthening your handle muscl…   Tags: stroke survivors, stroke survivor, physical therapy, botulinum toxin ...

Pediatric Physical Therapy for Children With Developmental Issues: Josh’s Story

  Pediatric Physical Therapy for Children with Developmental Issues: Josh’s story – Pediatric Physical Therapy for Children with Developmental Issues This video features Josh’s story. Visit www.pathways.org for more information.   by snoman_mn Anxiety disorders affect children, too Like about 3 percent of the pediatric population, Robbie struggles every day with a serious anxiety disorder. Youngsters … Youngsters with anxiety disorders are more likely to have a variety of physical symptoms, such as stomachaches, headaches, and … Read more on Washington Observer Reporter Read more... ...

Robotic Training System Helps Patients Recovering From Conditions Affecting

Robotic Training System Helps Patients Recovering from Conditions Affecting … 13, 2013 — The risk and fear of falling often affects patients who are recovering from a stroke, spinal cord or brain injury, and orthopaedic injuries, and that fear may inhibit their progress in rehabilitation. The University of Maryland … Read more on Science Daily (press release) Silver Cross Awarded for Success in Stroke Care Dr. Harish Shownkeen, Medical Director of Neuro Interventional Surgery at Silver Cross, will discuss the signs, latest minimally invasive treatment and recovery options for new and recurrent strokes. This free program – Spot a Stroke FAST! – will be … Read more on Patch.com Read more... ...