Understanding and Enhancing Circulation for Better Health
Understanding and Enhancing Circulation for Better Health When an injury occurs, patients may remain immobile for an extended period. One significant consequence of immobility is poor circulation, which can lead to serious health risks, including: Blood Clots : Dangerous clots can form, increasing the risk of heart attack, stroke, paralysis, organ failure, or pulmonary embolism. […]
Traumatic Brain Injury Benefits with the Quadriciser
Traumatic Brain Injury Benefits with the Quadriciser Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) profoundly impacts mobility and quality of life, often limiting the body’s ability to move independently. For TBI patients, movement isn’t just about restoring function—it’s about preventing complications caused by prolonged immobility. This is where the Quadriciser, a motorized therapy device, plays a transformative role. […]
Is Continuous Passive Motion Good for You?
Is Continuous Passive Motion Good for You? Continuous passive motion (CPM) is widely used in rehabilitative therapy today. CPM moves joints safely and effectively, which can help maintain or reclaim the range of motion and reconnect neural pathways. This gentle, controlled stimulation can help people stay active when other forms of exercise, due to motor […]
Promoting neuroplasticity with continuous passive motion
Promoting neuroplasticity with continuous passive motion The human brain possesses a remarkable ability to adapt and reorganize itself in response to neurological damage or degenerative conditions . This capacity for change, known as neuroplasticity, is central to the brain’s resilience and its role in memory formation and learning. Initially believed to be active during early […]
When Life Stands Still: The Bodily Effects of Traumatic Injury
When Life Stands Still: The Bodily Effects of Traumatic Injury We navigate through life, enjoying physical activities like hiking in the woods, walking our dogs, gardening, biking, and generally feeling good. But what if we experience a traumatic event, such as a stroke or spinal cord injury? How will our bodies respond to such events? […]