RSCC Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

Whether throwing a ball, paddling a canoe, lifting boxes, or pushing a lawn mower, we rely heavily on our shoulders to perform a number of activities. Normally, the shoulder has a wide range of motion, making it the most mobile joint in the body.

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interesting list of skin problems associated with amputations

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cool site about custom made splints

Great catalog for prosthetics

The Top 10 Myths and Misconceptions About HIV and AIDS For nearly 30 years, HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) and AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) have been shrouded in many myths and misconceptions. In some cases, these mistaken ideas have prompted the very behaviors that cause more people to become HIV-positive.

Rheumatoid arthritis, one of the most common types of arthritis, is an inflammatory condition that primarily involves the tissue that covers the joints. This disease progresses over time, and eventually other organs are affected as well. Rheumatoid arthritis is three times more common in females versus males and is prevalent in approximately 1% of the U.S.

a list of adaptive equipment ideas, some with photos, all with a description.