Non-freezing cold injury (NFCI) is an injury of the hands or feet resulting from exposure to wet conditions and temperatures just above freezing, typically found in soldiers. NFCI is due to microvascular endothelial damage, stasis and vascular occlusion. What is a localized cold injury? In localized cold injuries, the skinRead More →
Understand the Invisible Side of Brain Injury. … Overcome Communication Barriers. … Write Things Down. How do you care for a brain injury patient? Some general tips on how to care for a TBI include: Rest, rest, rest, and rest some more! … Keep prevention on the mind. … CheckRead More →
How to use a cane Hold your cane in the hand that’s opposite the side that needs support. Position the cane slightly to the side and about 2 inches forward. Move your cane forward at the same time as you step forward with your affected leg. Hold the cane steadyRead More →
Gentle stretching. Muscle massage. Rest. Ice to help reduce inflammation. Heat to help increase blood flow to your muscles. … Over-the-counter (OTC) pain medicine, such as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) like ibuprofen (brand name: Advil). What happens if a muscle become to tight? What is muscle stiffness? Muscle stiffnessRead More →
✓ A catastrophic injury is a serious and life-threatening injury. It may involve the loss of use of limbs, complete loss of eyesight, as well as other very serious injuries. What does it mean when someone is catastrophic? A catastrophic injury is one that’s so severe that it results inRead More →
Treatment involves rest, ice, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen or naproxen, and a physical therapy regimen that focuses on ankle range-of-motion exercises, peroneal strengthening, and proprioception (balance) training. More severe cases may require immobilization with a walking boot. What does a peroneal tendon strain feel like? Peroneal tendonRead More →
Qualifying for SSI/SSDI with Brachial Plexus Birth Injuries If it is severe enough, BPBI can be considered a disability under SSI/SSDI rules. Is brachial plexus injury permanent? Brachial plexus injuries can cause permanent weakness or disability. Even if yours seems minor, you may need medical care. See your doctor ifRead More →
Returning to strenuous exercise too quickly could make your injury worse, but avoiding exercise for too long can cause your hamstring muscles to shrink and scar tissue to form around the tear. To avoid this, you should start doing gentle hamstring stretches after a few days, when the pain hasRead More →
The Dallas Cowboys announced Week 8 inactives and Dak Prescott will be INACTIVE for their matchup against the Vikings, per Chris Mortenson. Prescott was listed as questionable this week due to a calf injury as the team makes a return from their Week 7 bye. He was limited throughout theRead More →
Call the doctor if the bruise is accompanied by swelling and extreme pain, especially if you take a blood-thinning medication for a medical condition. Call the doctor if bruising occurs easily or for no apparent reason. Call the doctor if the bruise is painful and under a toenail or fingernail.Read More →