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The ultimate sacrifice: Gabriel Menchaca’s battle with COVID-19
“Are you ready?” Gabriel Menchaca was not sure what his father meant by the question. His father asked again, “Are you ready?” Trusting his father…
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What it’s like to be an occupational therapist in the hospital and the home
When it comes to occupational therapy, no two treatment plans are alike. Each treatment is specifically customized to meet the needs and goals of each…
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Do you ask this important question?
We ask patients and families a great many questions, but sometimes we forget to ask one of the most important questions. After someone has had…
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Running essential errands during COVID-19
Is it safe to eat takeout? Should I leave my groceries outside in the sun for three days? What about those Amazon deliveries? Are they…
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Staying healthy at home
As the United States implements social distancing measures in response to COVID-19, you most likely find yourself spending more time at home than ever. Combined…
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A little resilience goes a long way
“Resilient people are like bamboo in a hurricane—they bend rather than break. Or, even if they feel like they’re broken for a time, there’s still…
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How inpatient rehabilitation benefits patients with brain injury
After a brain injury, your doctor may recommend inpatient rehabilitation. While rehabilitation does not reverse the effects of a brain injury, it can help the…
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The different classifications of traumatic brain injury
What is a traumatic brain injury? A traumatic brain injury is defined by the Brain Injury Association of America as an alteration in brain function…
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Moments not missed: Frank Ruggeri’s story
When Frank Ruggeri began outpatient therapy at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of New England, he had a clear goal in mind. He wanted to walk…
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How inpatient rehabilitation can benefit cardiac patients
A central component of the human body, the cardiac system sets the pace for the entire body. Made up of the heart and blood vessels,…