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Spasticity

Spasticity is a term used to describe abnormal involuntary tightening of muscles that either occurs spontaneously or when the body is stimulated in

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Burn Injury Resources

This list of resources will help support people who have sustained a burn injury to find information regarding their condition, supportive peer communities, and associations involved in research.

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Mental Health Resources

Counseling services for mental health and substance abuse, are available throughout the Chicago area and nationally at major medical centers, mental health and substance abuse centers, and private practices.

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Functional Neurological Disorder Resources

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Spinal Cord Injury Complications: Temperature Regulation

Problems with temperature regulation happen in people with cervical and high thoracic spinal cord injuries. Body temperature may

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Respiratory System and Care

This resource covers the Respiratory system, common terms, problems, suggestions for care and issues that may arise in the respiratory system.

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Shrinker and Removable Rigid Dressing Care & Use

Shrinker and Removable Rigid Dressing Care & Use

Key words: Amputee, Shrinker, Rigid Removal Dressing

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Stroke Resources for Patients and Families

This is a list of consumer health resources to provide education, support and wellness, and information on research on stroke.

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Dream Wish Foundations for Kids

Here is a listing of foundations that help children and teens who are chronically ill, or living with a disability, achieve their dream or wish come true with financial assistance and grants.

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Complications: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is commonly known as a blood clot. Blood clots may occur in someone who has had an injury or illness, is unable to move around as before

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