Complex Disability
Indoor Mold-Related Illness
The issue of mold-related health problems, and in particularly Stachybotrys (“black mold”), is a controversial one. There are known health effects that can result from exposure to certain molds, a form of fungi, such as Aspergillus, which is known to cause occasionally respiratory symptoms. The generalized and often popularized “toxic mold syndrome” and its resultant…
Read MoreDiscussion on Laryngeal Cancer
The larynx is the organ of voice production. It is the part of the respiratory tract between the pharynx and the trachea. It consists of a framework of cartilages and elastic membranes housing the vocal folds and the muscles, which control the position and tension of these elements. The epithelium of the larynx is similar…
Read MoreComponents of a Life Care Plan
A Life Care Plan is a document that projects the future costs of medical goods and services, medications, or other necessary requirements for a catastrophically injured or ill patient. Life Care Plans are created after a team of specialists completes comprehensive assessments, data analysis, and research.
Read MoreSpinal Cord Stimulators
Spinal Cord Stimulators use electrical currents to treat chronic pain. A small pulse generator, which is implanted in the abdomen, sends electrical pulses to the spinal cord. These electrical impulses interfere with the transmission of pain signals to the brain and theoretically lead to pain relief. Spinal Cord Stimulators are not considered as a treatment option until non-invasive treatments have failed.
Read MoreIntrathecal Infusion Pumps
An Intrathecal Infusion Pump is an implantable drug delivery device that can administer a variety of medications (such as opioids, local anaesthetics, adrenergic-agonists, and other agents) through a catheter to the spine. These devices are invasive and costly, with granulomas potential side effects. Common side effects include migration of the catheter, infections, and side effects related to extensive opiate use.
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