Apps can save lives. It might not be apparent while sitting in a public setting, surrounded by social media addicts. However, you may have a parent or grandparent that enjoys their independence and still lives at home. You can’t be …
...A wearable is an assistive or medical device disguised as a fashion accessory. The only flaw in their design is that the love and ingenuity poured into their creation are almost always impossible to hide. Take Emma Lawton, for example.
Each day, there are basic tasks we perform to keep ourselves active and functioning in society. Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) are routine activities individuals perform every day that allow them to live and function independently. Doctors, rehabilitation specialists, and …
...When creative thinking meets a challenge, change is born. After Marcus Thompson was left paraplegic from a skiing accident, close friend and engineer Kevin Halsall came up with a bright idea to help out. Utilizing the technology of the two-wheeled, …
...It has long been said that dog is man’s best friend. A soft, warm dog is good for the human soul. Studies have shown that when people pet animals their blood pressure, heart rate and temperature decrease. Pets are also …
...Rehabilitation: Choosing the Right Program
Selecting a rehabilitation program is a process that requires careful consideration in order to ensure the best possible care for you or your loved one. A full recovery is dependent upon many factors but will …
...This week we have a guest blog post written by Carl G. Archer, Esquire. Mr. Archer is an experienced attorney with a practice limited to elder law, Medicaid applications and litigation, Veterans’ Aid and Attendance benefits, guardianships, and estate planning …
...Simply stated, brain injuries are not well understood. While sports-related concussions and brain injuries have increased the public’s awareness of this issue, there is still a lot to be learned related to diagnosis and treatment. A few facts about brain …
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