Q. What are some of the symptoms that quadriplegics and paraplegics experience?
Q. What are some of the symptoms that quadriplegics and paraplegics experience?
A. There are many medical complications that follow a spinal cord injury.
- Spastic muscles, where the muscles tighten up in abnormal positions, are quite common. Especially where the injury is incomplete, considerable pain can be associated with this condition. Massage and anti-spastic medications are used to relieve the symptoms.
- The other opposite symptom involves muscles that are completely limp. Physical therapy can help to maintain muscle tone, and special equipment may be worn to support the joints.
- Chronic pain is common.
- Bladder and bowel dysfunction is a constant concern, especially for complete spinal injuries, but can also be an issue for those with partial spinal injuries.
- Heart irregularities, low blood pressure, and other heart problems, including blood clots, are a serious concern in many cases.
- Respiratory problems are especially common with quadriplegia.
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Chicken and Noodle Product Recall
Cedarlane Natural Foods, Inc., a Los Angeles, California, establishment, is recalling approximately 1,050 pounds of chicken and noodle products, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. These products are considered misbranded because the USDA mark of inspection does not appear on the package labels that are available to consumers.
The products subject to recall include:
* Cases containing six 16-ounce trays of “Wholesome Home Chicken & Noodles.” The sell-by date “09/21/11″ is ink jetted on the side of each case, and the Julian date “10264″ can be found on the label of each 16-ounce tray.
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Everett Malpractice Attorney: FAQ
Q. Can I file a malpractice suit against someone who isn’t a doctor?
A. Yes. Anyone who provides health care can be guilty of not following the standard procedures in their area of medical expertise, including nurses, technicians, physical therapists, and others.
Q. How can I tell if my case involves medical malpractice or not?
A. Experiencing a poor medical outcome does not automatically equal medical malpractice. In order to prove that you are the victim of medical malpractice, you have to prove that you did not receive reasonable care. Where your injury occurred and the level of skills available in the location are also evaluated. As a medical malpractice attorney I have handled many medical malpractice cases and am able to evaluate your information and assist you to determine if you have a case.
Q. What do I need to prove to establish a successful medical malpractice case?
A. To win a medical malpractice case, three things must be proven. 1) The defendant failed to act according to established medical practice standards when treating the injured party; 2) This failure to follow standard practice resulted in your injury or suffering; and 3) damages to the injured party. As you can see, medical malpractice cases are complicated and require expertise.
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Escalade Sports Recalls Oasis Playsets Due to Fall Hazard
WASHINGTON, Feb. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of product: Outdoor Playsets
Units: About 4,600
Manufacture: Escalade Sports of Evansville, Ind.
Hazard: The swing seats on the playsets can crack and break in half, causing the user to fall to the ground.
Incidents/Injuries: Escalade Sports has received 24 reports of the seats breaking; no injuries have been reported.
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Q. Should I stay in my car after an accident or get out?
Q. Should I stay in my car after an accident or get out?
A. Remain in the car if you feel dizzy or feel any pain. Do you best to remain calm and avoid changing positions. It is far better to wait for ambulance or EMT than to end up crippled for life. No insurance claim is going to give your mobility back. If your airbag deployed, there may be some haze in the car, but there is no need to get out of the car hastily unless you see fire or smell smoke. If the car isn’t a safe place to be, get out of the car, and get as far away from any traffic as possible.
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Family Dollar Recalls Toy Tanks
Family Dollar Stores recalled about 67,000 remote-controlled toy tanks after getting five reports of the controllers overheating and melting, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said.
So far, no one has been burned by the toys, but consumers should take the toy away from children, remove the batteries and return the tank to the store for a refund, CPSC said. The toy — made in China and imported by Family Dollar — was sold nationwide only at Family Dollar stores from September 2010 through December 2010 for about $5 each.
The toy affected by the recall is the Authentic Heroes Target Practice Tank play set, a green toy tank attached by a cable to a gray, battery-powered controller. The toy moves forward and backward, rotates its turret and fires projectiles. The controller takes three AAA batteries and has the words “Target Practice Tank Play Set” on it.
Call Family Dollar at (800) 547-0359 weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Eastern Time.
Last year, Family Dollar recalled millions of toy dart sets after two boys choked to death on the darts.
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Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to a Loss of Control Hazard
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Snowmobiles
Units: About 16,500
Manufacturer: Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Hazard: The front lower suspension arm can crack during use which could lead to loss of control, posing a risk of severe injury or death.
Incidents/Injuries: Arctic Cat has received 13 reports of suspension arms cracking. No injuries or accidents have been reported.
Description: This recall involves all 2010 Arctic Cat Z1, TZ1, F, Bearcat, M, and CF model snowmobiles. All variations of color and model features of the models listed are included in this recall. The model name is indicated on the side of vehicle, in the registration materials and owner’s manual.
Sold at: Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide from June 2009 through January 2011 for between $6,800 and $15,000.
Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these snowmobiles and contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners have been directly notified about this recall by mail.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Arctic Cat at (800) 279-6851 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s website at www.arctic-cat.com
$1,000 Reward Offered in Deadly Everett Stabbing
Everett police announced on Wednesday that a $1,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest and filing of charges in the case of a man who was stabbed to death at an elementary school last month.
The victim, 37, was stabbed to death on the evening of December 27 at Madison Elementary School on Pecks Drive in Everett.
Callers told police that evening that they heard a man screaming for help. When police arrived, they found the victim in the west parking lot of the school, unconscious and without a pulse, police said. He appeared to have multiple stab wounds.
No suspects in the stabbing have been identified, nor has a motive been established.
Crime Stoppers of Puget Sound is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest and filing of charges. Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.
People with information are also urged to call Everett police at 425-257-8450.
Pedestrian Critically Injured In Marysville-Area Collision
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. — A 68-year-old man was critically injured by a car while crossing the street Monday evening in the Marysville area, according to the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office.
Investigators said the accident occurred in unincorporated Snohomish County when the man stepped into oncoming traffic to cross 33rd Avenue Northeast in a nondesignated area. The man was transported to a hospital in Everett with critical injuries.
Thirty-third Avenue Northeast remained closed for several hours following the collision while the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office Collision Investigation Unit collected information.
The Sheriff’s Office said Monday that the crash remains under investigation and no citations have been issued.
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Q. What causes a brain injury?
Q. What causes a brain injury?
A. Traumatic brain injuries occur when the brain is bruised or shaken by an abrupt impact to the head or violent movement of the head. If the injury is severe enough, a person will black out. Depending on how badly the blood vessels and nerves are stretched and/or torn, injury can be mild or very severe. Acquired brain injuries (ABI) occur without direct trauma to the brain, but rather by lack of oxygen, poisoning (such as lead) or electrocution. Severe loss of blood can also cause ABI. Patients can also suffer from post concussion syndromes after a brain injury. The constellation of symptoms may include head aches, light sensitivity, noise sensitivity, vertigo, dizziness, executive function problems, loss of memory or reduction in attention, concentration, difficulty speaking, walking, or other motor and sensory dysfunction, and/or other conditions.
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