Putty Therapy for Building Hand Strength
May 22, 2020
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Putty Therapy for Building Hand Strength We all remember playing with playdough at preschool. Did you ever wonder why it was there? Of course not.
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Life After Spinal Cord Injury
May 21, 2020
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Life After a Spinal Cord Injury The first few hours and days after your accident doctors test and retest. The injuries are assessed, and reassessed.
Do you have questions about the standards of care in long-term care facilities?
May 20, 2020
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COVID19 has exposed flaws in our long-term care facilities in British Columbia and across Canada. Our most vulnerable and compromised members of our communities are
Pedestrian Safety Tips
May 4, 2020
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Pedestrian Safety Tips Being a pedestrian is a healthy and often faster way to get around busy cities. So, we have put together a few
Predicting TBI Recovery Time
April 25, 2020
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Understanding the Types of Traumatic Brain Injuries Predicting a TBI recovery time is difficult. Each injury is different and the recovery time for each person
Am I At Risk for Developing Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
April 25, 2020
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Am I at risk for developing complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) after a car accident? When you’ve been in a car crash, you may have
Supreme Court Ruling BC RCMP officer awarded more than 3 million for damages
April 23, 2020
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After a hard fought bench trial in BC Canada, Wishart Brain and Spine Law (Sagert / Wishart) was able to help a BC RCMP officer
How to Choose A Personal Injury Lawyer
April 14, 2020
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How to Choose the Right Personal Injury Lawyer It is important to choose the right personal injury lawyer to represent you and your claim. Here
What Are Canada’s Laws Regarding Athletes and Head Injuries?
April 1, 2020
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Concussions in Youth Sports What are Canada’s laws regarding athletes and head injuries? According to the Canadian Pediatric Society, young athletes are the most susceptible
The Power of Self Talk
March 30, 2020
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We are the biggest cheerleaders of others. We sing the praises of our family, friends and co-workers. But why is it that sometimes we struggle to do this for ourselves?
COVID19 – Do you know?
March 27, 2020
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COVID19 has changed our world. As we sit in our homes, busy lives disrupted, social world cancelled, but healthy, how many ask, is this necessary,
Agur Lake Camp BC’s only barrier free wilderness campground
March 25, 2020
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Agur Lake Camp BC’s Only Barrier Free Wilderness Campground Agur Lake Camp is, BC’s only barrier free wilderness campground is located on Agur Lake 30
What You Should Know After a Motor Vehicle Accident
March 25, 2020
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At the accident location What should I know after a motor vehicle accident? When an accident occurs, police are typically first on scene followed by
How Much Do Doctors Typically Educate the Loved Ones of a TBI Patient?
March 10, 2020
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Understanding Your Brain Injury Rehabilitation Team It’s likely you’ll want to be at your loved one’s side as they’re recovery from their brain injury.
Local artist uses creativity to aid his recovery from a TBI
March 8, 2020
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A local artist, from Maple Ridge B,C uses creativity in paining to aid his recovery from a TBI. Artist Michael Sawyer, learned the brain creates
Care Giver Support – Put your Oxygen Masks on.
March 8, 2020
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Care Giver Support – Put Your Oxygen Masks On. If you have ever been on a plane, you have undoubtedly heard the safety drill before
Recognizing Depression & Anxiety
March 7, 2020
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Can you recognize the signs of anxiety and depression? Do you know when it is time to get professional help?
NO to No Fault Insurance
February 1, 2020
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Confused about No Fault Insurance? Some people are all for the new ICBC insurance. Others are speaking loudly about the negative impact it will have
What Does the Rehabilitation Process Look Like After a Brain Injury ?
January 25, 2020
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What does the rehabilitation process look like after a brain injury? Your brain is your most precious organ. After a traumatic brain injury, you’ll want
Does the Player Always Assume the Risk in a Sports Injury?
January 8, 2020
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If you’ve been injured playing sports, you may be wondering does the player always assume the risk in a sports injury? If you are injured,
What Should a Canadian Do If They’re Injured on Vacation in the U.S.?
January 7, 2020
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If you’re travelling you need to ask what should a Canadian do if they are injured on a vacation in the U.S. before you go.
Survivor- Holiday Season – Will You Have Immunity or Be Voted Off?
December 15, 2019
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Survivor- Holiday Season – Will You Have Immunity or Be Voted Off? ‘Tis the season. For some this is a wonderful time of the year.
Preventing Bedsores in TBI Patients Being Cared for at Home
October 25, 2019
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Bedsores, also known as pressure ulcers, happen when a person is bedridden for an extended period of time because they are unable to relieve pressure on certain body parts. Depending on how much pressure is on the skin bedsores can be anywhere from mild to deadly. What makes pressure ulcers most dangerous is that if your loved one with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is unconscious or unable to sense pain, the sore could go unnoticed and get worse.
How to Prepare for a Homecare Plan After an Accident
October 25, 2019
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How to prepare a homecare plan after an accident to help maintain your independence.