Spinal injuries
An overview of spinal injuries, including anatomy revision, types of spinal fractures, assessment, management, and common patterns of injuries. It also covers back pain presentation, red flags, differentials, and the structure of vertebrae. The Denis classification of spinal fractures and the most c
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Medspine_ Your Destination for Premier Spine Surgery Solutions in Chennai
Medspine: Your Destination for Premier Spine Surgery Solutions in Chennai\n\nIn the bustling healthcare landscape of Chennai, finding the optimal care for spinal issues can be daunting. However, nestled within the city's medical hub lies Medspine, a beacon of excellence in spine surgery and treatmen
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Medspine_ Your Destination for Premier Spine Surgery Solutions in Chennai(27_03_2024)
Medspine: Your Destination for Premier Spine Surgery Solutions in Chennai\n\nIn the bustling healthcare landscape of Chennai, finding the optimal care for spinal issues can be daunting. However, nestled within the city's medical hub lies Medspine, a beacon of excellence in spine surgery and treatmen
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Injury Surveillance in Scotland: Importance and Implementation Overview
Scotland's Public Health body, Public Health Scotland, leads efforts in injury surveillance to prolong healthy life, prevent disease, and promote health. Long-term investment in prevention involves various sectors. Injury surveillance is crucial as it helps manage and prevent injuries, with coded da
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Best Practices for Suspected Spinal Injury Management in Athletes
Athletic programs should have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for pre-hospital spine-injury care. Key recommendations include transportation to a designated trauma center, conducting pre-event medical time outs, and involving trained personnel in equipment removal. Removal of helmet and shoulder pads
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Sensory Ascending Spinal Tracts
Learn about sensory ascending spinal tracts, their classification, functions, and pathways. Explore how information is carried to the brain at conscious and subconscious levels through different types of sensations. Gain insights into the organization of white matter tracts and their importance in s
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Brain Injury Services: Empowering Recovery and Support
At Brain Injury Services, we are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of individuals affected by brain injury. Through our comprehensive support services, compassionate care, and commitment to empowerment, we empower survivors to overcome obstacles, reclaim their independence, and
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_Best Neurosurgeon Doctor In Jaipur || Dr Himanshu Gupta || drhimanshugupta.com
Dr. Himanshu Gupta is known not only for his mastery of surgical techniques, particularly in microsurgery and Endosurgery for brain tumors but also for his exceptional skills in managing patients requiring trauma, brain, and spine surgeries.\n\nHis focus lies in exclusive neurosurgery, making him a
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Understanding Intimate Partner Violence and Brain Injury Connections
The link between intimate partner violence (IPV) and brain injury is significant, with studies showing a high prevalence of brain injuries among IPV survivors, particularly women. Common types of IPV causing brain injury include hits to the head, strangulation, and banging the head against objects.
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Understanding the Cervical Part of Sympathetic Trunks
The sympathetic trunks play a crucial role in the human body, with the cervical part located in front of the transverse processes of cervical vertebrae and the neck of the 1st rib. This part presents three ganglia - superior, middle, and inferior. Sometimes, the inferior cervical and first thoracic
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Comprehensive Recreation Therapy for Spinal Cord Injury Patients
Recreation therapy for individuals with spinal cord injuries at Frazier Rehab Institute focuses on developing life skills, community reintegration, education and support in various areas, leisure education, awareness, and community re-integration. The program provides opportunities for individuals t
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Maximizing Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation: Insights and Advocacy Efforts
Explore the journey of spinal cord injury rehabilitation, challenges faced, and advocacy efforts by organizations like United Spinal Association. The impact of sudden onset spinal cord injuries on various aspects of life is highlighted, along with the importance of support and legislative advocacy.
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Understanding Lumbarisation and Sacralisation in Human Spine
The human spine comprises the cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral, and coccyx vertebrae. Lumbarisation refers to the non-fusion of the uppermost sacral segment, while sacralisation involves fusion of the fifth lumbar vertebra with the sacrum. Lumbarisation can cause issues such as back pain, inflamma
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Understanding Spina Bifida Occulta: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Spina Bifida Occulta is a common neural tube defect, usually mild and hidden. It affects the lumbosacral area, characterized by vertebral arches not fusing, resulting in spinal processes defects without external protrusion. Common features include dimples, hairy patches, and normal spinal cord. Neur
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Personal Injury and Compensation Claims Overview
Stewarts law firm focuses on serious injury claims, emphasizing a client-centered approach to personal injury litigation. This presentation aims to provide a basic understanding of compensation claims for serious injuries, the difference between clinical negligence and personal injury cases, and the
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An Overview of Spinal Anesthesia in Regional Anesthesia Practice
Regional anesthesia, specifically spinal anesthesia, is a valuable technique involving the application of local anesthetic around a nerve to reduce or prevent impulse transmission. This method offers numerous advantages, such as cost-effectiveness, respiratory support, and post-operative pain relief
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Use of Motor-Evoked Potentials in Cervical Spinal Cord Tumor Patients
Neurophysiological intraoperative monitoring using motor-evoked potentials is crucial in evaluating spinal cord function during surgery for cervical spinal cord tumors. This study examines the relationship between neurological changes and intraoperative motor-evoked potentials in patients, aiming to
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Understanding Spinal Canal Stenosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Classification
Spinal canal stenosis is the abnormal narrowing of the spinal canal or intervertebral foramina, leading to compression of nerves and blood vessels. It can result in symptoms such as radiculopathy, claudication, myelopathy, and more. Cervical stenosis presents with arm pain and weakness, while lumbar
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Understanding Fatigue: Causes, Symptoms, and Management
Fatigue is a distressing condition affecting physical, emotional, and cognitive aspects, often not alleviated by rest. It can be a common symptom after brain injury, spinal cord injury, and visual impairment. Symptoms include flu-like symptoms, sleep disturbances, cognitive difficulties, and emotion
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Understanding Cellular Injury and Its Manifestations
Cellular injury can occur due to various factors like physical trauma, chemicals, radiation, and biologic agents. This process can lead to reversible or irreversible damage in cells, affecting their normal functions and possibly leading to cell death. Manifestations of cellular injury include cellul
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The Intersection of Opioids and Brain Injury: Addressing Addiction Through a Brain Injury Informed Lens
Exploring the correlation between traumatic brain injury (TBI) and the opioid crisis, this content delves into the alarming statistics of opioid overdoses and their impact on individuals with brain injuries. Highlighting the overlap and consequences of these two major health issues, it sheds light o
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Insights on Moral Injury Among Women Veterans: Preliminary Study Findings
Preliminary results from a grounded theory study on moral injury in U.S. women veterans reveal themes such as sexual assault, hostile work environments, and more. Participants shared their experiences, highlighting the nature of moral injury they faced, distinguishing between various forms of discri
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Understanding Cell Injury and its Causes in Pathology
Rudolph Virchow's concept of disease starting at the cellular level is explored in this content, focusing on the impact of the external environment on cell equilibrium. The role of the plasma membrane as a barrier and the definitions of normal cell function, adaptation, reversible injury, irreversib
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Safety Performance in Western Australia's Mineral Industry 2010-11
This presentation provides insights into safety performance in the Western Australian mineral industry for the year 2010-11. It includes definitions of key terms such as Lost Time Injury (LTI), Serious Injury, Minor Injury, Disabling Injury (DI), and various rates used to measure safety performance.
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Transforming Spinal Pathology Care: Belgian Registry Startup Journey
Experience the journey of establishing a national registry for spinal pathologies in Belgium, led by Johan G. Van Lerbeirghe. Explore the goals, history, and the significance of choosing Spine Tango as the registry platform. Witness the challenges, partnerships, and milestones in the Belgian Pilot p
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Enhancing Spinal Bracing Competency in Healthcare Settings
This quality improvement project aimed to elevate spinal bracing competency among healthcare staff in the North-East RCSI Hospital Group. By focusing on training and upskilling physiotherapy, nursing, and healthcare assistant staff, the project successfully increased knowledge and understanding of s
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Spinal Immobilization in Trauma: Case Study and Considerations
A 70-year-old male with trauma after falling 20 feet was managed at the ED, demonstrating tenderness in the mid thoracic spine and other injuries. Despite negative cervical spine imaging, the patient underwent interventions for spinal fractures. The decision to transfer without a backboard highlight
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International Collaborative Effort on Injury Statistics and Methods (Injury.ICE)
Injury.ICE is a global collaboration dedicated to standardizing methods for comparing injury statistics worldwide to inform policy responses. The organization welcomes participation from academia, government statistical agencies, and NGOs. The structure includes a Steering Committee and open members
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Embryology of Spinal Cord and Vertebral Column Development
Explore the fascinating embryological journey of the spinal cord and vertebral column development, covering topics such as neural tube formation, layers of the spinal cord, subdivisions of mantle and marginal zones, chondrification, ossification stages, spina bifida types, and more. Dive into the st
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Understanding Spinal Orthoses: Types, Uses, and Benefits
Spinal orthoses are back braces used to treat spinal disorders and injuries. They provide support, limit movement, and aid in healing. Orthoses are prescribed to realign the spine, immobilize it, limit mobility, and support weakened areas. Various types of orthoses are available based on the segment
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Understanding the Physiology of the Spinal Cord
The spinal cord serves as the information highway between the brain and body, allowing for sensory input reception and motor signal transmission. It plays a crucial role in locomotion, reflex responses, and overall coordination of muscle activities. The cylinder of nerve tissue within the vertebral
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Understanding Joint Disabilities and Ankylosis in Spinal Health
Factors contributing to joint disabilities in spinal health include limited or excessive movement, muscle weakness, and fatigue. Painful motion, muscle spasm, and joint alignment issues can indicate disability. Ankylosis, seen in conditions like ankylosing spondylitis, results in joint fusion and im
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Effective Strategies for Injury Prevention in Trauma Centers
Organized and data-driven injury prevention activities are crucial in trauma centers. Community partnerships, evidence-based reviews, designated injury prevention coordinators, and involvement of trauma personnel are key elements for successful injury prevention. Targeting contributing factors like
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Managing Risk in Brain Injury: Strategies and Considerations
This informative content covers essential aspects of risk management in brain injury, including balancing client needs, promoting independence, and positive risk taking. It delves into the different parts of the brain, their functions, and the potential effects of brain injury on intellectual, behav
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Understanding Acquired Brain Injury: Facts, Challenges, and Stories
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) is a complex condition that encompasses various causes such as traumatic brain injury, stroke, brain aneurysm, and more. This type of injury can lead to cognitive, physical, and communication difficulties, impacting individuals in profound ways. Survivors of ABI may face
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Certification in Rigo Concept PSSE for Scoliosis and Spinal Deformities
This online course offers a base level certification in Rigo Concept PSSE, focusing on essential knowledge of scoliosis and other spinal deformities. Led by renowned professionals in the field, successful completion of the course allows access to further levels of certification for specific physical
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Development of Spinal Cord and Vertebral Column - Doctors' Notes
The development of the spinal cord from the neural tube, layers of the spinal cord, subdivisions of mantle and marginal zones, meningeal layers, vertebral column development, chondrification, ossification stages, spina bifida types, and positional changes of the spinal cord are crucial aspects cover
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Benefits of Physiotherapy for Spinal Cord Injuries
Physiotherapy is an extreely important part of treatment for spinal problems. Multiple physiotherapy modalities are useful in relieving spinal pain. Personalisedexercise programs are tailored to each patient\u2019s Specific Problems.
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Understanding the Role of Multifidus Muscle in Spinal Health
Exploring the multifaceted role of the multifidus muscle in lumbar spine stability and control through histochemical studies and clinical comparisons. Insights into muscle changes with spinal conditions and the importance of maintaining its integrity for overall spinal health are discussed.
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Comparative Analysis of Injury Statistics Between Colorado and National Data
This study compares injury statistics between Colorado and national data, focusing on injury deaths, hospitalizations, and diagnosis codes. The purpose is to analyze NHDS and HCUPNet data for national estimates, highlighting differences in hospital discharges for various injury categories. The analy
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