The Center for SCI Recovery

The Center for SCI Recovery®, is one of the first hospital-based programs of its kind in the U.S., to provide a long-term, high-intensity, non-traditional activity-based therapy program that utilizes innovative exercise techniques to optimize recovery.

The program incorporates therapeutic techniques based on the newest information available from emerging research around the globe. Our experienced team works one-on-one with the client to develop a creative individual therapeutic exercise program, aimed at activating muscles and nerves below the level of injury.

 

The CSCIR is a unique, state-of-art clinical facility, offering an intensive physical therapy program that incorporates the latest scientific research and innovative therapeutic techniques, focused on making recovery from SCI a reality.

 

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Stroke Recovery

A stroke can be devastating, robbing people of their mobility, speech, independence and freedom to live life. But recovery from stroke is possible! 

In the United States more than 700,000 people suffer a stroke* each year, and approximately two-thirds of these individuals survive and require rehabilitation. The goals of rehabilitation are to help survivors become as independent as possible and to attain the best possible quality of life. Even though rehabilitation does not "cure" stroke in that it does not reverse brain damage, rehabilitation can substantially help people achieve the best possible long-term outcome.

AdvisaCare has nurses that specialize in rehabilitation to help survivors relearn how to carry out the basic activities of daily living. They also educate survivors about routine health care, such as how to follow a medication schedule, how to care for the skin, how to manage transfers between a bed and a wheelchair, and special needs for people with diabetes. Rehabilitation nurses also work with survivors to reduce risk factors that may lead to a second stroke, and provide training for caregivers.

Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan (RIM)

For over 50 years, Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan (RIM), has been helping people rebuild their lives after a serious illness or injury. We do this by delivering comprehensive rehabilitation services based on cutting-edge treatment techniques, innovative research and excellent, personalized medical care. A full spectrum of comprehensive services and programs are available for spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, stroke, cerebral palsy, musculoskeletal disorders, low back problems, amputations, geriatric conditions, work-related injuries, sports injuries and other medical conditions requiring physical rehabilitation.

AdvisaCare helps our clients partisipate in the activities and rehab through RIM because we believe that each individuals capabilities are unique and deserve the best rehabilitation as possible.  We donate proceeds of ongoing benefits, golf outtings and more that we participate in all year long. 

 We are proud to be associated with such a great organization.

To learn more click on this link  www.centerforscirecovery.org

What is Traumatic Brain Injury.....

Traumatic brain injury, often referred to as TBI, is most often an acute event similar to other injuries. That is where the similarity between traumatic brain injury and other injuries ends. One moment the person is normal and the next moment life has abruptly changed.


In most other aspects, a traumatic brain injury is very different. Since our brain defines who we are, the consequences of a brain injury can affect all aspects of our lives, including our personality. A brain injury is different from a broken limb or punctured lung. An injury in these areas limit the use of a specific part of your body, but your personality and mental abilities remain unchanged. Most often, these body structures heal and regain their previous function.

Brain injuries do not heal like other injuries. Recovery is a functional recovery, based on mechanisms that remain uncertain. No two brain injuries are alike and the consequence of two similar injuries may be very different. Symptoms may appear right away or may not be present for days or weeks after the injury.

One of the consequences of brain injury is that the person often does not realize that a brain injury has occurred. (www.traumaticbraininjury.com)

If your family is in need of Home Services to help with a loved one or friend, please give us a call and we'll send someone out to talk with you and assess your situation.

Shannan DuShane
sdushane@advisacare.com
http://www.advisacare.com/
1.877.654.4144