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Paralysis and Spinal Cord Injury Medical Expert Interviews

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Rehabilitation Therapies

Laura Wehrli, PT Read Bio

Physical Therapist/Supervisor, Spinal Cord Injury Unit, Craig Hospital, Colorado

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How do physical therapists help people with spinal cord injuries prevent pressure sores?
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What is range of motion and why is it important to maintain after a spinal cord injury?
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What's the most important thing for a patient to understand about physical therapy after a spinal cord injury?
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What can families do to help with physical therapy after a spinal cord injury?
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What do patients need to know about wheelchair transfers after a spinal cord injury?
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What do family members need to know about how to assist with a wheelchair transfer after a spinal cord injury?
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What are the most important factors to consider when selecting a wheelchair for someone with spinal cord injury?
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Why is fitting necessary after a new wheelchair is delivered?
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How frequently is a wheelchair tune-up necessary?
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What is the role of physical therapy after a spinal cord injury?
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What are key mobility functions and why are they important?
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What do patients with spinal cord injuries need to know after leaving a rehabilitation center?
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In what ways do physical therapists train family members after a spinal cord injury?
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What is a contracture and how is it prevented?
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When should someone with a spinal cord injury replace their wheelchair?
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What factors should be considered in making a choice between a power or manual wheelchair for someone with a spinal cord injury?
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What are "power-assist" wheelchair wheels?
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What is a pressure release and why is it important?
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