How Sleep Apnea Affects Your Heart Health Dec 24, 2024 (0) Sleep apnea is a common problem that affects about 18 million Americans. It happens when your breathing keeps stopping and starting during sleep, usually because your throat muscles relax too much or your airway gets blocked. This can make you snore loudly or gasp […]
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Enhancing Independence Through Power Wheelchair Seat Functions:
Enhancing Independence Through Power Wheelchair Seat Functions: A Case Study By Kirsten Davin, OTD, OTR/L, ATP, SMS Restoring Mobility and Daily Function for a 92-Year-Old Client Lucille, a 92-year-old woman, has faced increasing challenges in mobility and daily activities due to progressive weakness and declining health. A widow living independently in the home she shared […]
Overcoming Muscle Spasticity to Help Paraplegics Walk Again
A new study has found that high-frequency spinal cord stimulation significantly reduces muscle spasticity in patients with incomplete spinal cord injuries, allowing for more effective rehabilitation. Key Findings: High-frequency electrical stimulation blocks abnormal muscle contractions, improving mobility. When combined with traditional low-frequency stimulation, this technique effectively reduces muscle stiffness and spasms during rehabilitation. Early clinical […]
Case Study: Standing Program Prevents Surgery
Standing in Abduction Helps Prevent Hip Surgery for a Child with Cerebral Palsy By Maryann M. Girardi, PT, DPT, ATP When Caroline heard the orthopedist say, “Your daughter needs hip surgery,” it was a devastating moment. Her daughter Briella was at risk for bilateral hip dysplasia due to cerebral palsy, with surgery being a likely […]
Resources Are Expanding for Older Adults on Their Own
Jeff Kromrey, 69, plans to sit down with his daughter during her next visit to share access to his online accounts, ensuring she can manage his affairs in case of an unexpected health crisis. Similarly, Gayle Williams-Brett, 69, is determined to organize her financial information, a task she’s delayed for months. Meanwhile, Michael Davis, 71, […]
Some Wheelchair Users May Be Able to Fly in Their Chairs by 2025
Delta Air Lines, the Department of Transportation (DOT), and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have announced plans to enable wheelchair users to fly in their own wheelchairs, potentially as early as the end of 2025. This landmark effort could revolutionize air travel for individuals with mobility challenges. Brad Meier, Product Manager at Quantum Rehab, shared […]