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 …
...At AdvancedRM we encourage every one of our client’s to be independent and overcome barriers in their environment and lives. One of our favorite charitable organizations embraces this philosophy; the Miracle League of Northampton Township, located in Bucks County, PA. …
...Following a life changing medical or traumatic event, one of the first things the patient thinks about is when he/she will be able to return to driving. For the patient with a spinal cord injury, amputation, or brain injury, countless …
...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 …
...For those with upper extremity mobility limitations or paralysis, technology solutions were always limited. Joysticks, head pointers, or perhaps using a webcam with a laptop. South Korean developer, Ahn Hyun-Jin has now launched a new solution for use with a …
...When I went through a second hip replacement, I thought I would never recover. The first time was not this hard. Following my first surgery, I went for physical therapy and quickly got back to driving and taking care of …
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