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Caregiver Agencies in Metropolitan Chicago and Illinois
Explore this selected list of caregiver agencies to start your search in finding help.
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Assistive Technology for Upper Limb Disabilities
Useful Technology for Upper Limb Disabilities: Using household devices such as a television, light switch, computer keyboard and mouse can be difficult or impossible for people with arm or hand disabilities. There are many types of equipment now available to provide assistance as described below. For more information on equipment and techniques, consult with an occupational therapist who specializes in assistive technology.
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Disability Parking Placard and License Plates - Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Wisconsin
Obtaining a disability parking placard for Midwestern States
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Locked-in Syndrome
Locked-in Syndrome is a condition in which all voluntary muscles of the body are paralyzed, except for those that control eye movements.
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Urinary System Overview
After a disabling event, it is common for bladder habits to change. Some people have problems emptying their bladder, while others may have urinary accidents.
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Preventing Swelling, Edema, and Contractures in Decreased Activity
Swelling in the legs and arms is very common after being unable to move them. This swelling (edema) is caused from fluid building up in the legs and arms due to slowed circulation.
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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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Spinal Cord Injury Complications: Orthostatic Hypotension
Orthostatic or postural hypotension is a sudden drop in blood pressure caused by moving from a lying to a sitting or standing position. It often occurs after spending a long time in bed and then suddenly getting up.
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Skin Care Overview
Skin Care Overview: The skin is an important part of the body that works in many ways to maintain health
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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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