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Anterior Cruciate Ligament Tear (ACL Tear)
In this Helping Hand™ document, we discuss injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The ACL is one of four main ligaments in the knee. Surgery to rebuild the ACL is called arthroscopic ACL reconstruction. It usually takes 6 to 9 months of recovery before returning to normal activities.
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Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy focuses on facilitating development, enhancing function and maximizing independence in all daily life activities.
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Cast: Hip Spica
A hip spica cast keeps your child's pelvis and one or both legs from moving. This type of cast is used if a child has a broken bone in the thigh or has had hip surgery. The cast holds your child's leg(s) in the right position for healing. It is made of Fiberglas® casting tape. It will be put on in the operating room.
Post-Thrombotic Syndrome (PTS)
Post-Thrombotic Syndrome or PTS can occur when there are changes in a blood vessel after a blood clot is formed.
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Hemophilia Carrier
A hemophilia carrier is a female who has the gene that causes hemophilia A or hemophilia B deficiency.
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome
This Helping Hand™ covers irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) which is a common disorder that affects the large intestine (colon). Symptoms are caused by changes in how the GI tract works. IBS is a group of symptoms that occur together, not a disease.
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Nosebleeds
In this Helping Hand™, we discuss nosebleeds. Also known as epistaxis, nosebleeds occur when small and delicate blood vessels (capillaries) in the lining of the nose break and bleed. There are many things you can do to stop a nosebleed. If your child’s nosebleed does not stop, call your doctor.
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5 Hidden Household Hazards
As a parent of young children (5-year old triplets), I do my best to keep them safe, happy, and out of trouble. As an injury researcher, other parents often ask me what they should do to keep their children safe.
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Constipation: Infant
This Helping Hand™ covers constipation in infants less than one year of age. It is common, but it can be a concern for parents. Signs of constipation include infrequent stools that are difficult to pass and straining more than normal to have a bowel movement. Even if a baby is not constipated, bowel movements may be irregular.