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Scar Massage as a Home Program

March 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This document is meant to be given to patients who have had a recent operation or trauma that resulted in a linear incision or laceration. The document outlines manual massage techniques from a patient perspective.
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Percutaneous Electrolysis in the Treatment of Lateral Epicondylalgia: A Single-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial (2020)

March 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
Lateral epicondylalgia (LE) is commonly caused by tendinopathy of the extensor tendons at the lateral epicondyle. This is characterized by disorganization of collagen fibers, hypervascularization, and tissue granulation. Trigger point dry needling (TDN) and eccentric exercises are commonly utilized, but percutaneous electrolysis (PE) is less well known and is theorized to produce a local inflammatory […]
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Predicting Outdoor Walking 1 Year After Spinal Cord Injury: A Retrospective, Multisite External Validation Study (2023)

March 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
Walking is frequently one of the most desired outcomes for individuals after SCI. The researchers aimed to validate a CPR developed by a previous study to best predict outdoor walking. Success of outdoor walking was more strict than some previous CPRs, and was defined as a score of 6 or greater on the 14th item […]
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Fine Motor Push Pin Activity

March 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This material addresses fine motor skills, particularly using a tripod grasp.Video on how to use this resource:
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Emergency Preparedness with a Disability

March 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout covers different elements of being prepared for emergency situations given changes due to the new onset of a condition for a caregiver and/or patient.
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Growth Mindset

March 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout covers the growth mindset which can be used to improve motivation and self-esteem during the rehabilitation process.
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