Meridian Rehabilitaton Work Hardening Program - 0 views
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Connie Wilson on 21 Nov 13This recreation therapist describes the work hardening program that she has devised.
Connie Wilson
Contents contributed and discussions participated by Connie Wilson
Work Hardening - 1 views
Aimee Copeland gets new high-tech hands - 0 views
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These hands are usually about $150,000 each but she gets them for free for being a spokesperson. She is excited and getting ready to pursue a second degree...at the time this was done. Nothing is stopping her.
Prosthetic Advances Making Life Easier - 0 views
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I love NBC! According to this material springs will be coming to an end in the future.
New Prosthetic Devices - 0 views
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NASA and a few engineers are giving new meaning to "accessories'. There are other attachments besides hook terminal attachments.
A Brief History of Prosthetics - 0 views
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This article gives a history of the evolution of prosthetics---brief and interesting. Who knew that these started with the Egytians?
Hand Therapy Techniques - 0 views
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This article gives a good list of typical hand therapy techniques. I think that this makes a quick reference for therapies.
Finger, Hand, and Wrist Injuries-Prevention - 1 views
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This article offers great tips for protecting our upper extremities! This advice helps the athlete or the average person. This is an article I'll hang on too.
Avoid the 4 most common hand injuries - 0 views
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For people young and old, knowledge is power. This article focuses on the 4 most common hand injuries.
Alternative Therapies for Arthritis - 0 views
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This information indicates that arthritis is the #1 cause of disability in the US. It explores possible alternative therapies including medication, massage, heat and cold, working with your physician, and social support.
Mayo Clinic Health Info Rheumatoid Arthritis - 0 views
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This site by the Mayo Clinic offers an easy guide for treatments choices and available medications along with the possible side effects.
Basal Joint Arthritis - 0 views
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This type of arthritis affect the joint of the base of the thumb. This joint tends to wear out and is prone to arthritis early on as we age. There are pictures and the article covers surgeries and other treatments. It often affects those with OA.
Images of Rheumatoid Arthritis - 0 views
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This site offers images of this condition with enlargements available. As always pictures are worth a thousand words.
Mayo Clinic --- rheumatoid arthritis - 0 views
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This site provides a virtual library that addresses questions about rheumatoid arthritis. Just click on the different sections and get info on things like preparing for your appointment and questions to ask.
Osteoarthritis: Prevention and Treatments of Osteoarthritis - 0 views
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This article provides the basic information of this condition including on recognizing symptoms, staying active, and possible treatments for the condtion.
Mayo Clinic -- Osteoarthritis - 0 views
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Mayo Clinic answers just about everything you ever wanted about osteoarthritis
Arthritis Remedies: 10 Foods That Help and Hurt - 0 views
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Food Choices will not act as a panacea for arthritis, but they can have a positive or negative effect on the condition. This article lists 10 foods that help and hurt someone with arthritis.
Foods to Avoid With Arthritis - 0 views
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Our diets are important in our lifestyle. This article shows (a slide show) the foods that can aggravate arthritis.
Myths about Sexuality - 0 views
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This article dispels some of the more common myths about the disabled and sex
Baby Boomers and Knee Surgery - 0 views
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As we all are getting older and our parts are showing wear and tear, there is hope!