Technology Offers a Brave New World for Physical Therapy Patients
... robots that can detect impairments in post-stroke patients or measure the position, direction and speed of limb movements. The information is important but there needs to be a trained therapist to incorporate the … Read more on DigitalJournal.com Robotic devices give hand up to patients in Australian-first unit at Royal … EXPERIMENTAL robotic devices taking advantage of the brain's ability to rewire itself, even years after injury, are set to transform lives of stroke and brain injury patients in an Australian first rehabilitation unit. Patients who train at Royal … Read more on Herald Sun Read ...
I Have a Question on Being an Occupational Therapy Assistant?
Question by Noa Bach: I have a question on being an occupational therapy assistant? I was accepted into the occupational therapy program, someone recommended it to me because I am empathetic, compassionate, and always looking for ways to heal and lessen the suffering of others. I was wondering what I would be doing on a daily basis. Is the program hard? Also would I make a great salary to live very comfortably? The other career I was thinking about is preschool teaching but many people in my family discourage me because they say the pay is low and occupational therapy is better since I have a counseling type persona and I can help people with their problems. Read more... ...
Stroke Therapy
Stroke therapy … healthcare professionals make it clear that such flexibility is rare. The care in hospital can be excellent, but when a patient is discharged little help or support is available. With better therapy at home, many stroke victims could achieve a much … Read more on The Times (subscription) The Rise of Robotics for Physical Therapy A person who has suffered from a stroke or spinal-cord injury might need to use crutches or a wheelchair as they gradually regain lost motion through physical therapy. But these patients could see drastically different effects strapping on a robotic … Read more on Wall Street Journal (blog) Read more... ...
Astronaut Talks About Wife's Brain Injuries at Scripps Conference in La Jolla
... held at the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort and Spa and hosted by the Rehabilitation Center at Scripps Memorial Hospital. Mild traumatic brain injury or concussion, especially in sports and in youth, as well as the use of robotics … Read more on La Jolla Light Parents talk to kids about brain injuries and the Riverhead house that will … Reyer was at the high school Tuesday on behalf of New Beginnings Community Center, an organization providing outpatient rehab and treatment of traumatic brain injury patients, as well as support and counseling for their caregivers and families. Read more on Riverhead LOCAL Read ...
Stroke, Spinal Injuries at Perth Beaches
Stroke, spinal injuries at Perth beaches Filed under: what is a spinal stroke Paramedics were called to two popular Perth beaches today to treat a man who suffered a stroke and a 12-year-old boy with suspected spinal injuries. St John Ambulance was called to City Beach about 9am after the man suffered a stroke at the beach. Read more on The West Australian Caregiver fights as her brother's health declines Filed under: what is a spinal stroke Read more... ...
Texting That's Helpful, Not Hazardous Part of Moss Rehab Program
... that's helpful, not hazardous part of Moss Rehab program Filed under: rehab depression The grant money will also be used by Moss researchers to test the effectiveness of text messages to mitigate depression and anxiety in post-acute brain injury patients, by encouraging them to remain active in their homes, communities and social lives. Read more on Philadelphia Business Journal Stockdale is featured resident at Ostrander Care and Rehab Filed under: rehab depression Read ...
Bethlehem Zoners Consider Two Rehab Center Proposals
Bethlehem zoners consider two rehab center proposals Filed under: local rehab centers Bethlehem zoners spent four hours Wednesday delving into developer Abe Atiyeh's newest proposals for drug rehabilitation centers in residential neighborhoods. The Zoning Hearing Board must decide whether a 47-bed center at 2349 Linden St. and a … Read more on Allentown Morning Call Unique Therapeutic Treatment–ASTYM®–may be Just What This Season's … Filed under: local rehab centers 20, 2012 — /PRNewswire/ — Accelerated Rehabilitation Centers—the largest physical therapist owned and managed practice in the U.S.—recognizes that this time of year is marathon season in many parts of the country…and stands ready with a wide … Read more on The Herald | HeraldOnline.com Read more... ...