stroke survivors

Are There Sewing Machines for People Who Can Use Only One Arm?

Question by Big Dog: Are there sewing machines for people who can use only one arm? My wife had a stroke and only has the use of one arm. She used to love to sew but now feels she cannot. She has no use of left arm and limited use of one leg Best answer: Read more... ...

What Do You Call This Type of Doctor?

Question by L.E.: What do you call this type of doctor? They can work in rehabilitation clinics and they help people become healthy using exercises. What do you call this type of doctor? Best answer: Answer by missmaryi dont know if you are thinking of a physical therapist…? Answer by accountingmajorphysical therapist Add your own answer in the comments!     A nova fronteira dos direitos das pessoas com deficiência: Linamara Battistella at TEDxUSP – Linamara Rizzo Battistella é professora da Facudade de Medicina da USP. Foi Presidente da International Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine — IS… Read more... ...

Ontario Polio Epidemic a Grim Time, Readers Recall

...  polio epidemic a grim time, readers recall His face was contorted with a drooping mouth similar to someone who had suffered a stroke. Again my mother's … “After five corrective operations, I was down to one brace, and the day he scheduled my last surgery, he examined my brace and said, “I … Read more on Toronto Star Stroke pool plan surfaces She says the pain relief treatment using water works wonders for stroke survivors particularly with balance, mobility and hand function. "One lady couldn't walk on her own and after therapy she's got a splint and a stick and she's away." Ad Feedback … Read more on Northland Independent Community Read ...

Hot in the City!

...  in the City! Other common causes of heat stroke include: a previous episode of heat stroke, leaving a dog in a parked car, excessive exercise in hot, humid weather (this may be exercise that your dog can usually handle but not in warmer weather), lack of … Read more on ChicagoNow (blog) Stroke Survivor Is Model Student, and Teacher Faculty enrolled her in the college's first intensive treatment program for stroke survivors, one that combined nutrition classes with speech, occupational, and physical therapy. By month's end, she had regained the confidence and skills she needed to … Read more on BU Today Read ...

Stroke Rehab Facilities: Post-Stroke Rehab: Medical Professionals

Have you or a loved one recently suffered from a stroke? Are you searching for information about post-stroke rehab? Then this article is for you. This article will discuss post-stroke rehab specifically focusing on medical professionals and what kind of post-stroke rehab services are offered by these medical services. Post-stroke rehab involves a variety of medical professions including physicians, physical therapists, rehabilitation nurses, occupational and recreational therapists and speech-language pathologists. Read more... ...

Premier Lifeline Reaches Millionth Call

...  Lifeline reaches millionth call … confidential helpline has reached a milestone with its millionth call. Premier Lifeline was launched in 1995 and and received its millionth call on 10 July from a distressed woman suffering from depression. … "The one millionth call is, obviously … Read more on ChristianToday MP backs help for stroke survivors who are Feeling Overwhelmed Emotional issues such as depression, anxiety and a lack of confidence are common but the Stroke Association's report found that almost 80% of stroke survivors surveyed throughout the UK said that had received no information or practical advice to help … Read more on Manchester Gazette Read ...

No Place to Grow Up

No Place to Grow Up They also talk to school officials, all in an effort to find these kids and get services to them. The array of organizations involved in helping these women … The Salvation Army runs the Mabee Social Services Center, which provides services similar … Read more on FWWeekly Memoirs of a Former Drug, Alcohol Addict … of a Former Drug, Alcohol Addict. By Racheal Ninsiima, 9 July 2013. Peter Obenga, 32, a psycho educator and mentor at The Haven rehab in Namasuba, spends his days travelling to different schools and rehabs, enlightening students on dangers of drug … Read more on AllAfrica.com Read more... ...