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SLAP Lesions

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Superior labrum injuries, commonly referred to as SLAP (superior labrum anterior to posterior) lesions, are a frequently encountered injury in rehabilitation settings. This handout outlines what a SLAP lesion is and what to expect- it is an excellent handout for patients to help better understand their condition and the path to recovery.
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Multiple Sclerosis Attack

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Do you have a patient with a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS)? Have they experienced a MS attack in the past or are they experiencing one now? This document will help to explain the attack and provide information on what to expect.
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What is a Cerebellar Stroke?

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This handout includes overview of a cerebellar stroke including symptoms, causes, statistics, and treatment, to use for client, family, and caregiver education.
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Voice Restoration After Laryngectomy

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This handout describes the advantages and disadvantages of different techniques for voice restoration, including electrolarynx, esophageal speech, and tracheoesophageal puncture. This handout is best suited for patients considering laryngectomy and provides a starting point to discuss voice restoration options before the surgery is completed.
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Water: Essential for the Brain and Body

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Our brains and bodies need water to function and stay healthy. This handout explains how water is used throughout the body and provides various facts to inspire drinking more water. Also includes some warning signs of dehydration.
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Walking with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Exercise can be very painful for individuals with peripheral artery disease. This handout lays out a basic walking program that individuals can use as a journal to track their symptoms of claudication.
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Walking Guidelines for Long-Term Health

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This handout is designed to give patients the insight needed to incorporate walking into their daily lives as one step towards long-term health. Includes evidence base related to reduced mortality rates correlated with healthy walking habits.
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Voice Exercises

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This handout includes descriptions for the following exercises: deep breathing, lip/tongue trills, yawn-sigh, pitch slides, voicing vowels, syllable repetitions, and humming scales.
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Visual Supports for Children

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Many children with developmental disabilities can benefit from using visual supports to structure tasks and schedules. This handout describes the benefits of providing visual supports to this population. Includes examples of how visuals are used with children and some considerations to take into account when using them.
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