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yandere-daydreams · 5 months
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tw - stalking, unhealthy relationships, mentions of masturbation, obsessive behavior, and medical malpractice galore.
Harper is the kind of man who can't help but study what he loves.
It's a bad habit - an unfortunate combination of natural curiosity and burning academic passion that always seems to end with a mess and a few broken toys. A childhood fascination with insects might lead to shoeboxes full of tattered wings and twitching bodies. A passing interest in hemogobular coagulation would be poured into a university internship that gave him access to more pints of blood than he knew what to do with, despite his best attempts to put it all to good use. A lasting fondness for hypnosis could, theoretically, earn him a small collection of pocket watches, a soothing timbre that often played underneath his passive speaking voice, and a few asylum patients too far gone to ever truly recover.
His research wasn't always destructive, but it could be. His love tended to veer towards obsession; the kind of burning infatuations that could leave more than a little devastation in its wake, if he wasn't careful. A measured amount of collateral damage was acceptable, compared to the alternative.
He studies you, too. Idly, at first - nothing more than an intrusive thought allowed to fester during your all-too-infrequent appointments, a quick jolt of excitement when he noticed your name on his schedule - then more consciously, in the form of an extra question asked at the very end of his time with you, a note tacked onto your file that doesn't strictly have to do with your health. His chances for observation are limited. You rarely make it to your therapy sessions, no matter how often he insists you should see him, and you're sturdier than he'd like, too used to being thrown around and mistreated to come running to him every time you scrape your knees. That's something he decides he doesn't like about you fairly early on. Part of a case study is deciding which parts of your subject will need to be adapted, and even you aren't beyond correction.
He records your reactions to his mis-prescribed medication with a religious sort of zealousness, reviews your symptoms and lab results while fucking his fist in-time with your pulse. He makes sure to visit your bedside personally whenever you find your way into his emergency room, and you're rewarded for your newfound attentiveness with a healthy supply of shots that leave you too removed from reality to remember your time on his examination table. Harper's always preferred the written word, but he find himself with a budding appreciation for film during his nightly evaluation of your records. His memory is keen enough, but there's nothing quite like being able to study your body detail by detail whenever he isn't fortunate enough to have access to the real thing.
He thinks, as he watches a pair of his nurses drag you through the asylum doors, that it might be time to start the next leg of his study. Studying is useful, but you've always benefited from more proactive measures, more personal attention. It'd be a discredit to his occupation if he was too preoccupied with his own little pleasures to see to the needs of his favorite patient.
It's far past time he moved on to more hands-on research methods, when it comes to you.
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Name: Barry Shinigami.
Age: 32.
Pronouns: He/Him.
Pokemon: A Gengar named Kiena, and a Ditto named Dirt.
Hometown: Lavender Town.
Occupation: Grounds Keeper/Grave Watcher in Lavender tower.
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Story: This is an alternate universe version of the pokemon creepypasta character the Buryman from the Buried Alive Model story.
This takes place in the normal pokemon world.
Barry was kidnapped by some unknown people who wanted something from him an old family heirloom that was worth alot of money, he never got to see their faces due to being blind folded.
Eventually they got fed up and decided to teach him a lesson and if he wouldn't tell them he wasn't worth keeping alive, so they took him to the top of the pokemon tower where an empty grave was currently being prepared.
They proceeded to kick him in the grave and covered him up in dirt he tried to kick and scream but despite his attempts on trying to escape he had no luck and was burried deep in the dirt, and they left him to die.
He was left there for a few days only surviving due to a leak in the ceiling of the tower allowing rain water to drop in keeping him hydrated enough, the fear and the pain from being buried under so much dirt slowly ate away at him.
All he managed todo was get his hand out of the ground and he hoped and preyed someone would save him, and one afternoon the local nurse was visiting the tower at the second highest floor to pay respects to her own deceased pokemon.
When suddenly she saw some of the ghost pokemon in the tower trying to get her attention she was confused wondering what they could want but decided to follow them to the top floor, there she saw Barry's hand sticking out of the ground.
She panicked and quickly ran up checking his plus he was still alive but barely she quickly used a shovel and carefully undug him he was in a horrible state and was practically starving, she fully got him out of that grave and rushed him to the pokecenter doing what she could with the supplies they had on hand.
She made a few phone calls and he was taken to a proper hospital near by and over the course of a few months was finally nursed back to as best of health as they could get him, This incident however left him with scars on his body and on his mind not to mention left him permeantly paralyzed from the waist down from the intense pressure from the dirt. He also could only see out of one eye by this point as well.
He was soon allowed to return home but due to his mental state and the fact he lived alone they took him to a daycare where they had trained therapy pokemon, none of them really caught his eye that is untill a Gengar floated up to him and stuck out it's tongue.
The workers there apologized and tried to get the pokemon away from him but he soon spoke up for the first time since he had woke up saying that he wanted that one, they explained that she was a trouble maker and wasn't fit for service but he refused to pick any other one.
They eventually gave in and agreed to let him take her home after some paper work he was taken home, after the incident he decided to dedicate his life to being the groundskeeper for the tower despite the trauma he had there the ghosts had saved his life and he owed it to them to help take care of them.
Now he watches over the tower and hopes to one day to become a gym leader inside the tower, but is currently content with his current life with his emotional support Gengar he named Kiena and his later adopted ditto named dirt.
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Due to the incident he is now completely wheel chair bound but thanks to Kiena he's able to get around easily. He also speaks in a low raspy voice and often complains about being cold, and has a strange craving for fresh meat but genuinely is a kind man otherwise.
Despite Kiena being a Gengar who are known to be tricksters she remains pretty loyal to him and never pulls any pranks on him and seemingly genuinely loves him as her trainer but dosen't stop her from playing pranks on other people.
He adopted dirt a few weeks after he was sent home and he often just pets the goopy lil fellow sometimes, dirt transforms itself into a strange ghostly white hand but no one not even Barry knows why.
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disabilityhorizons · 9 months
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Functionalhand - A Universal Grip Aid for Poor Hand Function (Disability Aid)
Co-created by both an occupational therapist and physical therapist to aid those who have difficulties gripping or holding objects.
A very useful daily living aid for those with disabilities such as Cerebral Palsy, those recovering from a stroke or anyone with limited hand function
Functionalhand securely holds objects of different shapes and sizes firmly and securely – ideal for a multitude of activities for both children and adults
The Functionalhand is a superb gripping aid that can be used to hold pencils, tablet styluses, arts and craft supplies, make-up brushes, dining utensils, phones, bottles and much more
Can be used in both a vertical and horizontal grip
Features an easy adjust tightener that secures objects in place to prevent slipping
The functional hand provides both adults and children with hand-related disabilities the ability to use a whole range of tools and everyday objects independently, promoting inclusion and independence.
The Functionalhand was co-created by both an occupational therapist and physical therapist with over 30 years experience working with disabled people, and patients with impairments of the hand.
The Functionalhand not only aids you to hold and use objects, but also acts as a form of bi-manual therapy promoting the use of both hands. It also strengthens the hands, shoulder, elbow, and wrists –  helping to prevent muscle deterioration due to arthritis or degenerative disease.
The everyday uses of the Functionalhand are limitless, however below is a list of some of the most common, practical ways the Functionalhand can assist both children and adults on a day to day basis:
Preparing food and holding utensils and cutlery
Zipping-up clothing and daily dressing
Personal care such as applying make-up, shaving, brushing hair and teeth etc
Office and work-related tasks such as typing, browsing and writing
Outdoor pursuits and sports such as bicycling, sports, dog walking, gardening, using gym equipment and more
Helping children at school, and to play with toys and access educational materials
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arctic-shard · 9 months
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Outer Child, chapter 7
( Victoria goes back to containment and talks to Usher. 035 and 049 get to draw pictures. )
Outer Child, chapter 7
Warnings: none
Words: 1000~
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The medical staff let Victoria go soon after she finished breakfast - after all, she only had broken fingers and rope burn around her neck, there wasn't anything else they could do for her. They gave her instructions on how to look after her hand, some painkillers, and a tube of cream to rub on the burn every so often, and then summoned a guard for the walk of shame back to Light Containment - Victoria was still in her pyjamas, after all.
Back in her containment, Victoria got Amica and the Doctor to wash their sticky, muffin-crumbed hands and faces, and debated taking a shower herself. Given how generally gross she was feeling after the night she'd had, she figured she needed one.
Her bathroom was separate from her main containment, but didn't have a door. The shower and toilet were blocked from the room's security camera for a little bit of privacy, but the designers of the containment didn't want the SCPs to be able to hide. Amica and the Doctor hadn't shown any interest in bothering her in the bathroom - they'd only come in when she was in visible distress, puking her guts out - and she decided not to worry about it much. A doctor and an Alagaddan weren't going to be traumatised by non-sexual nudity if they came barging in.
Victoria put on some instrumental jazz for Amica and the Doctor, told them she was going to take a shower and to keep themselves entertained, but they could get her if they needed her. She left Amica pulling the Doctor around in a very ungraceful dance and set about the business of trying to shower one-handed with a plastic bag tied over her left hand to protect the splints.
She had just started towelling off when there was a knock at her containment door. It swished open and there was a pause as the newcomer couldn't locate the room's primary occupant. "West? It's just me." Dr Usher.
"Give me a few minutes," Victoria called back.
"Victoria is taking a shower," Amica announced.
"Fine, I'll just talk to you and your friend until she's ready," Usher told it. "I brought markers."
It ended up taking nearly fifteen minutes for Victoria to dry off, put her clothes on one-handed, and get her hair in some semblance of order. When she finally emerged, she found Usher, Amica, and the Doctor sitting quietly on the floor, the latter two utterly absorbed in drawing. Usher got to her feet and smiled. "There doesn't seem to be any proper kids' stuff around, but I raided the art therapy supplies. They didn't have crayons and I thought you wouldn't appreciate it if I brought them paint."
They walked over closer to the containment door and Usher's smile dropped. "Fucking 2264-4 tried to kill you and you survived."
"2264-4 wanted to kill 035, I was just in the way. So much for it always giving a warning before it shows up," said Victoria bitterly. "But it seemed to be here on its own scheme, not under orders. 035 scared it off by threatening to tattle to 2264-5."
Usher's eyebrows raised. "From my research, I was pretty sure that 2264-4 was the real power behind the throne. I wouldn't have thought it cared what 2264-5 wanted."
"I don't know, I don't understand their politics. 2264-4 referred to 2264-5 as the author of the play and itself as the director. Maybe 2264-4 still needs -5 to do whatever it does," said Victoria. "But why not kill 035 anyway?"
"I have no idea," said Usher. "Maybe 2264-4 thought it could kill 035 without 2264-5 knowing and just show up all, 'oh, look what those horrible humans did, so tragic, guess we need a new Black Lord.' From your report about your time in 2264-B, it sounds like 2264-5 lets 035 get away with a lot. Maybe it's the favourite and 2264-5 would be pissed at whoever killed 035."
"Maybe. The security camera actually worked?"
"Yeah, I expected the video would be corrupted, but it wasn't," said Usher. "A little after 200 hours, 035 jolts upright and 2264-4 just appears like it was there the whole time, it just couldn't be seen until it moved. 049 also takes notice and both of them grabbed each other and shrank back against you. That was when you woke up."
Usher shook her head. "It bothers me that the whole encounter came through perfectly clear. I know 2264-4 appears in the 701 tapes, I just somehow didn't expect it here. It doesn't care that we can see it, that we can prove it exists. It knows there's nothing we can do." She glanced down at Victoria's injured hand. "Combs also said you injured yourself for information."
Victoria grimaced. "I asked why there are no children in Alagadda. I was trying to find a loophole to save 035. 2264-4 said it was for 'balance' and then called me an idiot for assuming it meant population control - that since no one really dies in Alagadda, no one can be born."
"I'll look into it. Maybe it's some sort of riddle or has some double-meaning."
Usher left. Victoria went to check on Amica and the Doctor. They were still entirely fixated on their drawings.
The Doctor's had a lot of red. The middle of the page was taken up by a childish scribble of a person lying down, apparently in the middle of an autopsy. The major organs were present and in the right places. Parts of the body were scribbled over with black, with black clouds above them. Pestilence, maybe.
Amica's was almost nice at first glance. It had drawn itself, the Doctor, and Victoria holding hands, like a child's family portrait. Victoria noted that Amica had dressed her in black. However, the sky was yellow and dotted with black stars, and on the ground lay three large figures - red, yellow, and white, with black blood scrawled all over them.
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justlittleguysims · 8 months
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OC INTRODUCTION: Part 4
Here's the last character from my WIP project I'll be posting for a bit. Here's Morgan Larson, the most timid and introverted character of main cast, but there are several reasons for that.
Content Warning: Allusions to abuse and neglect of a child, Religion, Homophobia, Transphobia, Misogyny.
Morgan Larson (She/Her)
Age: 34 || Birthday: Feb. 21th ♓ || Traits: Gloomy, Creative, Neat || Height: 5'7"ft ||Sexuality: Heterosexual|| Occupation: Unemployed
For as long as she could remember, Morgan’s parents would tell her that she was sick, which always confused her. She remembered being 5 years old, and having her mom pray for her, but she never got better. It took ages for her to figure out why that was, since her family did everything in their power to try and minimize her “incorrect” behavior. As Morgan continued to grow up in the church, she desperately wanted to be good, especially after years of being told she wasn’t. She never wanted to do anything wrong, she was far too scared to even entertain the thought of breaking the rules, but no good deed was ever enough for her father either. He would often punish her for playing with dolls, or for trying to play fairy princess with her sisters, and she would frequently be sent to bed without dinner for simply crying, and at 11 years old, Morgan finally found out why he was like this. She overheard her parents talking about her one night, and she caught her father saying, that no real son of his “would be behave like that.” Her mother was crying, insisting that she “didn’t cheat,” but her father wasn’t having it, “Morgan isn’t MY son,” he screamed…  and in hindsight, her father was right about this, just not in the way he thought.
After being sent to therapy at her church, where she was constantly told to repent and relinquish her “unnatural” feminine ways, Morgan, once again, failed to change. Enraged by this, her father decided to send her away to an all-boys Christian school, where the boys would continue to bully her for just about everything, just as her father did. Soon rumors about her started to spread around the campus, with each year’s rumor mill becoming progressively more gross and inflammatory, until her junior year, at just 16, she was attacked by classmates, leading to her expulsion for her safety. Once back home, she was immediately kicked out, and when she tried to use her credit card to buy supplies for herself later that day, she discovered she was already cut off. Her family finally got rid of her, which was both a relief and a stab in the gut for Morgan.
For the next 18 years, Morgan was on the constant move, not trusting any one place for too long. She made most of her money drawing quick portraits on the curbside of anyone who could spare a few dollars, and as she worked her way through a DIY transition, she avoided shelters to not cause trouble or draw extra attention to herself. However, the current town she has found herself in has recently started cracking down on their unhoused population, and the pandemic seems to have worn away at the compassion of the town’s citizens. It’s become harder for everyone to gather enough money to eat, and police have been patrolling and harassing people who hung around in the more popular encampment spots throughout town. Everyone knew that it was only a matter of time before a police raid would happen, but when it did, those bastards chose the coldest night on record to carry it out. As Morgan was running for her life after the raid, she ran into a man named Derek, who seemed determined to help her out. Not wanting to freeze, she decided to take Derek at his word, and this where our story begins.
Fun Fact (because we really need one on this post): Morgan has always loved art, and even when things were at there worst, she always kept a secret sketch book she could escape into. She has always had a dream of illustrating children's story books, filled with magically creatures and fanciful things.
If you’ve reached this point of the post, THANK YOU for reading and please feel free to drop an ask about this character. I hope to have more sim updates in the coming weeks for you all. Please follow and yell at me to get shit done! Okay, thanks, BYE! 💜✨
Further Reading: OC Intros Pt. 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 || Pizza Gang Pt. 1 | 2 | 3 || Family Intros Pt. 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 || The Henchmen Pt. 1 | 2 || Multiverse Characters Pt. 1
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artificialqueens · 1 year
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Parenthood (Anetra x Sasha Colby) - Writworm42
A/N: now that I Cannot be Stopped, another drabble coming at y'all!! Thanks to Holtz & Athena for encouraging me to post, even though there isn’t a lot of “pure romance” in this one. If any PECS users have feedback for me re: how I’ve written it, please let me know–I based it off of the two PECS users I worked with, but they were both at the beginning stages of learning how to use it so I don’t know if I got the picture of a more advanced user right.
The rain comes down hard on Anetra and Sasha as they run up to the therapy centre’s door, Anetra internally kicking herself for forgetting to bring an umbrella. They had been lucky enough to find a parking spot close to the centre, but it didn’t really make much of a difference–by the time Anetra throws open the front door, she and Sasha are both soaked and shivering, and Anetra can feel her makeup running a little.
She’d forgotten setting spray too, apparently.
Sighing heavily, she gives herself a little shake and kicks some of the water off her boots before trudging over to the front desk, mustering up a smile to give the office manager as she says, “Hey, Marcia. We’re here to pick up–”
The patter of little feet cuts her off, and Marcia just grins as a little brunette bullet smacks right into Anetra, attaching herself to her mother’s leg.
“Hi, baby,” Anetra smiles, reaching down to pat her daughter’s head. Her daughter reacts with a warm hum as she sways back and forth, each leg kicking up in the air in turn and practically taking Anetra with her.
“Camp wrapped a bit early today because of the rain,” Marcia explains, watching the little girl with a warm smile on her face.
“It’s too bad, huh?” Sasha sighs, coming up beside Anetra and patting their daughter’s head in turn, extending her hands for the girl to grab and swinging them back and forth to match her rocking pattern. “I know Lily was really looking forward to kickball today, it was all she’d talk about in the car over.”
Lily pipes up at the mention of her favourite sport, smiling widely.
“Kickball!” she repeats enthusiastically, bouncing a bit on her toes. “Kickball!”
“Oh, I know,” Marcia laughs. “She broke into the supply closet and found some of the balls, actually. Never seen such a chaotic game of dodgeball before, but it was pretty funny–”
“That’s ‘cause you ain’t take a ball to the boob,” Salina, the clinic’s occupational therapist and self-appointed head counsellor, snorts as she comes up behind Marcia to greet Sasha and Anetra, Lily’s iPad in hand. “She does got some pretty strong legs, though. Here you go, kiddo,” she adds as she extends Lily’s iPad out toward the little girl, “Can you take your iPad back?”
Lily grabs the device and signs a quick thank-you, grinning as she scans the ‘favourite words’ page of her PECS app.
“Play.” a little girl’s voice repeats. “I want play. I want. I want. I want–”
“Aw, I’m sorry, honey, but camp’s over,” Sasha sighs. “We can play at home, though, does that sound good?”
“Yes,” Lily’s app chimes.
“Alright, baby. Can I have your iPad? We need to put it in your backpack so the rain doesn’t hurt it.”
Lily looks a little skeptical, hugging the iPad a little closer to her chest in a way that sets off a pang of sympathy in Anetra’s chest. She hates the idea of taking away her daughter’s words, even for a second. It reminds her too much of the times before the therapy team came into their lives, when she had to watch Lily struggle to be understood and she and Sasha were overwhelmed with the ways Lily was trying her best to communicate when she had no options presented to her. Who would have thought giving her something as simple as an app and a handful of signs would be such a game-changer?
“Sash, maybe we can just–”
“She already dropped it into a puddle once, Neech,” Sasha sighs. “We can’t afford another replacement.”
Anetra knows her wife is right, so she swallows her apprehension. At least the car isn’t too far–Lily will have her voice back in less than a minute if they run. Which they do.
“So sweetie, tell us more about camp today,” Sasha glances into the rearview mirror and smiles as they begin to pull out of the parking lot, “What did you all do?”
Lily lights up and grins, her fingers already poised to talk.
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madmaryholiday · 2 years
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so work kinda sucked today.
got there to find that i had to move to a new station yet again (though at least the chair at this new one is better than the one yesterday) and had to wait 15 mins for the current occupant to finish what she was doing and leave.
went to retrieve my little bag of writing implements and batteries to find that they were not where i had left them. managed to track down most of the stuff in there as i guess the girl who sat there yesterday evening had....separated everything and put things away according to their item type?
except i still can't find the highlighters i had, or the ds lite/3ds combo charger i had for testing handhelds. luckily, i have other chargers, and i managed to find more highlighters, but goddamn. it took an extra 5 mins of searching to find replacements for the stuff i absolutely needed (and a walk halfway across the warehouse to the supply cabinet), and to top it off, the stuff that had been set aside for me to post was on one of the worst carts in the building (tiny, no sides, hard to steer), so i had no room to set anything aside after i finished photographing items.
just. it was not a great day is what i'm saying.
after going through the stuff on the shitty cart, i went over to our console testing station to reset some wii consoles, but my supervisor was there doing it already. i offered to reset them instead if he had stuff to do, but he was like "naw, i'm already caught up on other work."
and then he paused and went "and management wants the listers to 'give it their all' this week." meaning before the move starts.
and i gave him an absolutely pained smile and replied
"whatever i do this week will be enough."
and that was that.
i'm mostly calmed down now, but jesus christ that was so much stress i didn't need right now. it's like each day has been getting worse in new and creative ways. i'm dreading work tomorrow because what the fuck else will get thrown at me then?
will i have a spot to sit at ALL? who knows! or maybe i'll have to use a broken chair that makes my back scream even louder than usual at me! maybe i won't have a phone to photograph with and i'll have to spend 20mins digging through the donated phones bin for something that still sort of works. maybe they'll be dismantling the electronics area completely and i'll have to scrounge amongst the regular carts for stuff small enough for me to handle for the rest of the week! or hell, maybe something i haven't even CONSIDERED yet will wreck my day tomorrow. who fucking knows?
i am so glad i have therapy this week. i will definitely need a pep talk by friday.
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helthcareheven · 3 days
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Bridging the Gap: Addressing Neuropathic Ocular Pain
What is it?
Neuropathic optical pain refers to pain that originates from a dysfunction or damage to the nerves of the eyes or surrounding areas. This type of pain is different from other ocular issues like redness, irritation, or injury to the eyeballs themselves. Neuropathic optical pain originates from problems with the trigeminal nerve, optic nerve, or other cranial nerves that supply sensation to the eyes and face. Causes of neuropathic optical pain There are several medical conditions that can cause neuropathic optical pain: Postherpetic neuralgia
Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is caused by reactivation of the varicella zoster virus which causes chickenpox. In some cases after the shingles rash clears, pain may persist in the area where the rash was present - this is called postherpetic neuralgia (PHN). PHN specifically affecting the ophthalmic branch of the trigeminal nerve results in neuropathic optical pain. Trigeminal neuralgia
This disorder involves episodes of intense, stabbing, or electric-shock-like pain in areas of the face served by the trigeminal nerve like the forehead, temples, lower eyelid and cheek. It is caused by compression or irritation of the trigeminal nerve as it exits the brainstem. Diabetes
High blood sugar levels associated with diabetes can damage nerves over time (diabetic neuropathy). This can manifest as burning, tingling, or painful sensations in areas served by trigeminal and optic nerves including the eyes. Multiple sclerosis
Damage or inflammation of optic nerves or the trigeminal nerve due to central nervous system demyelination in MS can lead to episodes of eye pain. Migraines
Although migraine headache pain is typically felt on one side of the head, some people experience additional ocular symptoms like pain around or behind the eyes during migraine attacks. Traumatic nerve injury
Direct injury or compression of the trigeminal or optic nerves from facial fractures, tumors or other masses can disrupt nerve signaling and cause neuropathic eye pain. Assessment and diagnosis of neuropathic optical pain
When evaluating a patient with eye pain, a thorough history and physical exam will be conducted. Additional testing may include: Slit lamp exam - examines the front part of the eye for signs of inflammation, infection, injury etc. Visual acuity testing - measures sharpness of vision to check for issues with optic nerve or retina. Ophthalmoscopy - examines optic nerve and retina using an instrument to look inside the eye. Neurological exam - assesses nerve function through sensory testing and reflex evaluation. Blood tests - may check for infectious, inflammatory or metabolic conditions. Imaging - MRI of brain and orbits can identify tumors, masses or lesions compressing cranial nerves. The goal is to determine the underlying medical condition and rule out other eye issues causing the pain. A definitive diagnosis helps guide appropriate treatment planning. Treatment approaches for neuropathic optical pain The treatment approach depends on the identified cause but may involve: Medications
Initial options include topical anesthetics, oral antidepressants, anti-seizure drugs and potent opioid or non-opioid pain relievers specifically for neuropathic pain. Nerve blocks or injections
Temporarily interrupting nerve signaling through local anesthetic nerve blocks may provide reprieve from eye pain. Surgery
Decompressing compressed nerves through microvascular decompression surgery may help alleviate trigeminal neuralgia. Physical therapy
Gentle massage, stretches and exercises prescribed by a physical or occupational therapist can help manage pain. Psychological support
Cognitive behavioral therapy teaches coping strategies for living with chronic pain. Alternative therapies
Acupuncture, relaxation techniques, meditation, and yoga may complement medical treatment by reducing stress and pain perception. The goal of treatment is to adequately control pain, improve quality of life and limit impact on daily activities and tasks like reading or computer use. A multidisciplinary approach typically works best for managing neuropathic ocular pain over the long term.
In Summary, diagnosis requires a comprehensive evaluation, including detailed history-taking, ophthalmic examination, and sometimes specialized neuroimaging studies. Treatment options vary depending on the underlying etiology and may include pharmacological interventions, nerve blocks, neuromodulation techniques, or complementary therapies such as acupuncture or mindfulness-based stress reduction. Multidisciplinary collaboration among healthcare providers is essential for optimizing treatment outcomes and improving the overall well-being of individuals living with neuropathic ocular pain.
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lifeway6231 · 3 days
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Understanding Stroke and Cerebral Palsy: Managing Hand and Arm Movements
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The hands and arms serve as foundational elements of functionality in the complex network of human movement. They convey feelings, get us through everyday chores, and keep us linked to the outside world. But for those who have cerebral palsy or stroke, these basic actions can become a battlefield of difficulties. However, there is a world of hope and management inside these barriers, frequently led by the knowledgeable hands of experts like occupational therapists.
Deciphering the intricacies of hand and arm movement management requires an understanding of the subtleties of cerebral palsy and stroke. A stroke, sometimes known as a "brain attack," is a medical condition in which there is a disruption in the blood supply to the brain, depriving it of vital nutrients and oxygen. Hand and arm function may be severely impacted by this disruption, which may cause a variety of motor deficits such as paralysis, weakness, and loss of coordination.
Similarly, there are unique difficulties associated with cerebral palsy, a collection of permanent mobility abnormalities that first manifest in early life. Cerebral palsy is characterised by a lack of control and coordination between muscles. This can lead to difficulties with both fine and gross motor skills, making tasks involving hand and arm movements difficult.
For individuals navigating these conditions, every movement becomes a triumph and every task an accomplishment. Yet, amidst the struggle, there exists a realm of support and intervention where professionals like occupational therapists play a pivotal role.
Through customised interventions, occupational therapy maximises independence and quality of life as part of a comprehensive approach to rehabilitation. Occupational therapy in Ajman serves as a ray of hope for people who are trying to regain control over their hand and arm movements, as this city blends medical knowledge with loving care.
Occupational therapists use a variety of techniques to address the individual needs of each patient, creating customised treatment regimens that improve motor function, regain independence, and promote general well-being. Occupational therapy in Ajman provides a wide range of tools to empower people on their path to recovery, from specialised exercises to adaptive techniques.
The collaborative partnership between the therapist and the client is essential to the success of occupational therapy. Together, they set out on a path of growth, resiliency, and discovery as they resolutely overcame the obstacles posed by cerebral palsy and stroke.
Occupational therapy permeates every aspect of daily life and transcends the boundaries of therapeutic settings. Occupational therapists in Ajman put up a lot of effort to build environments that promote independence and allow participation in meaningful activities, whether it is through home modifications or assistive devices.
We find a tapestry of strength, resiliency, and promise as we untangle the complications of cerebral palsy and stroke. People recover their autonomy, dignity, and joy, as well as their ability to move their hands and arms, with the help of occupational therapy in Ajman. The core of optimism is found in every victory and each stride forward; it is a lighthouse that points the way to a life reinvented.
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Education and Training for a Successful Career in Allied Healthcare
The demand for skilled professionals in allied health fields is on the rise. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects 15 % employment growth from 2019 to 2029. As technology advances and populations age, the need for competent individuals in roles such as medical imaging, respiratory therapy, and physical therapy becomes increasingly critical to public health. 
This blog explores the integral role of education and training in paving the way for a successful career in allied healthcare, shedding light on the diverse opportunities available and the transformative impact these professionals have on patient care.
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The Importance of Allied Healthcare Professions 
Allied healthcare professions play a pivotal role in the healthcare system, contributing significantly to patient care and overall well-being. These professionals, encompassing a diverse range of roles such as physical therapists, occupational therapists, radiographers, and medical laboratory technologists, work collaboratively with physicians and nurses to deliver comprehensive and holistic healthcare quality together. 
One key importance of allied healthcare professions lies in their ability to enhance accessibility to healthcare services. These professionals often serve as the first point of contact for patients, offering essential preventive and diagnostic services. Their expertise helps in early detection and management of health issues, preventing the progression of diseases and reducing the burden on more specialized healthcare providers. 
Collaboration among allied healthcare professionals promotes a multidisciplinary approach to patient care. This teamwork ensures that individuals receive comprehensive treatment plans tailored to their unique needs. Physical therapists aid in rehabilitation, occupational therapists focus on improving daily functioning, and radiographers provide crucial diagnostic imaging–all contributing to a well-rounded patient care experience. 
Furthermore, the demand for allied healthcare professionals continues to grow, addressing workforce shortages and promoting healthcare sustainability. Their specialized skills fill critical gaps, allowing the healthcare system to function more efficiently. 
The collaborative efforts, specialized skills, and emphasis on preventive care of allied health professions contribute significantly to the overall effectiveness and accessibility of healthcare services, ultimately improving patient outcomes and well-being. 
Challenges and Opportunities in Allied Healthcare 
While the allied healthcare field offers rewarding opportunities, it is not without its challenges. From navigating evolving technologies to addressing workforce shortages, allied healthcare professionals must be resilient, adaptable, and proactive in meeting the demands of their roles. Understanding and addressing these challenges is essential for maximizing the potential of allied healthcare and ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care. 
One of the primary challenges in allied healthcare is the shortage of skilled professionals. The demand for allied healthcare professionals is outpacing the supply in many regions, leading to workforce shortages. This presents both challenges and opportunities for individuals entering the field, as employers actively seek qualified professionals to fill essential roles. 
Addressing this shortage requires concerted efforts from educational institutions, policymakers, and healthcare organizations to develop and implement effective training programs that produce a steady stream of qualified allied healthcare professionals. 
Healthcare organizations are implementing various strategies to attract and retain allied healthcare talent. These may include offering competitive salaries, providing opportunities for professional growth, and creating supportive work environments that prioritize work-life balance. 
Another significant challenge is the evolving landscape of healthcare technology. While technological advancements have the potential to enhance patient care and streamline processes, they also pose challenges for allied healthcare professionals who must continually adapt to new tools and systems. Training programs must incorporate education on the latest technologies, ensuring that allied healthcare workers are equipped to leverage these tools effectively while maintaining the highest standards of patient care. Read more...
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Secure Your Health With The Best Medical Insurance Plans
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Your health is your wealth. Medical emergencies can arise without any prior announcement and the associated costs can be staggering. That’s why many potential solutions are available to deal with potential health issues and their costs, for example, medical insurance plans.
Most people don’t have medical insurance due to various reasons. Some people often contemplate that they are healthy and fit. However, they may also face a health emergency at some point in their life. It could leave you with financial and mental stress. Thus, having the right insurance is essential that offer the best solution.
The Importance Of Medical Insurance-
Medical insurance is your safety net. The right plan offers financial protection for illness, injury or hospitalization. It allows you to access quality healthcare at the affordable prices.
Key Benefits of Medical Insurance Plans
Financial Security-
Medical insurance offers financial security that can protect you from bearing the entire medical expenses. It can cover a major part of the costs that reduce your stress.
Access to Quality Healthcare-
A medical insurance plan enables you to gain the benefits of healthcare providers and hospitals. From timely medical attention to expert professionals- everything you will receive easily. This is one of the most important advantages you will get.
Preventive Care Services-
Several plans cover services such as vaccinations, screenings, and wellness exams. This will assist you in identifying potential health issues earlier so you can take the right action on time. Taking this preventive care can avoid many health complications.
Peace of Mind-
Having medical insurance gives you peace of mind. It ensures that you or your loved one is covered by an insurance plan. You can enjoy a fulfilling life.
How To Choose The Best Medical Insurance Plan-
Several insurance plans for your health are available to choose from. Consider the following points to make an informed decision.
Coverage Options
Network of Providers
Cost Considerations
Customer Reviews and Ratings
Choose a reliable provider with positive feedback and a strong track record
Medicare Health Insurance Plans-
Medicare Health Insurance Plans offer Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Part B (Medical Insurance) and Medicare Advantage Plans (Part C) and more benefits to people with Medicare.. This insurance plan is specially designed to subsidize health care costs for people 65 and older. However, people with some disabilities or conditions can be included in this policy although they are below 65.
Medicare is the top health insurance  for senior citizens. Of course, it will help you lessen your medical expenses, but not cover everything.
Medicare Part A covers in-patient hospital services, rehabilitation & skilled nursing care, therapies for physical, occupational and speech, home and hospice care.
Medicare Part B covers your doctor's fees, medical supplies, medical equipment, outpatient hospital treatment, laboratory services, some medical equipment and diagnostic tests.
Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage),  most of the plans cover Part A, Part B, and Drug plans as well as additional healthcare services, such as dental, vision, and hearing care.
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Cloud-Based Occupational Therapy to Huge Growth by 2023-2028 
Cloud-Based Occupational Therapy to Huge Growth by 2023-2028 
Global Cloud-Based Occupational Therapy, Cloud-Based Occupational Therapy Demand, Cloud-Based Occupational Therapy Trends, Cloud-Based Occupational Therapy Analysis, Cloud-Based Occupational Therapy Growth, Cloud-Based Occupational Therapy Share, Cloud-Based Occupational Therapy Forecast, Cloud-Based Occupational Therapy Challenges, Cloud-Based Occupational Therapy Opportunity 
At Intellect Markets, published a new research publication on "Cloud-Based Occupational Therapy Insights, to 2030" with 232 pages and enriched with self-explained Tables and charts in presentable format. In the Study you will find new evolving Trends, Drivers, Restraints, Opportunities generated by targeting Market associated stakeholders. The growth of the Cloud-Based Occupational Therapy was mainly driven by the increasing R&D spending across the world. 
Get Free Exclusive PDF Sample Copy of This Research @ https://intellectmarkets.com/report/cloud-based-occupational-therapy-market1/request-sample     Some of the key players profiled in the study are:  WEBPT, PREMISE HEALTH, NET HEALTH CLINICIENT, OPTIMA HEALTH CARE, INC., CLINICSOURCE, ACCORD MEDICAL PRODUCTS, BIO-MED INC., DIVINE PHYSIOTHERAPY EQUIPMENTS, ANYANG XIANGYU MEDICAL EQUIPMENT CO., LTD., IDEAL SURGICAL COMPANY, ALLIANCE THERAPY SERVICES.    Scope of the Report of Cloud-Based Occupational Therapy :  The cloud-based occupational therapy market refers to the sector of healthcare technology focused on the delivery of occupational therapy services and related tools through cloud computing platforms. Occupational therapy aims to help individuals of all ages overcome physical, mental, developmental, or emotional challenges to engage in meaningful activities and improve their overall quality of life.    Market Drivers:  The rising geriatric population and increasing prevalence of chronic diseases will promote growth 
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The titled segments and sub-section of the market are illuminated below:  By Diseases (Mental Disorder, Physical Disorder, Others); Settings (Hospitals, Outpatient Clinics, Others) 
Global Cloud-Based Occupational Therapy report highlights information regarding the current and future industry trends, growth patterns, as well as it offers business strategies to helps the stakeholders in making sound decisions that may help to ensure the profit trajectory over the forecast years. 
Region Included are: Global, North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, Middle East & Africa    Country Level Break-Up: United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, South Africa, Nigeria, Tunisia, Morocco, Germany, United Kingdom (UK), the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Belgium, Austria, Turkey, Russia, France, Poland, Israel, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, China, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, India, Australia and New Zealand etc. 
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Optometry Practice: 12 Strategies for Sustainable Growth | mConsent
Building a thriving optometry practice takes clinical skill, business acumen, and strategic planning. In today’s competitive healthcare landscape, pursuing intentional and consistent growth allows optometrists to maximize their impact and financial sustainability.
This article outlines 12 proven strategies for expanding your patient base, service offerings, reputation, and revenues over time.
1. Offer Specialty Optometry Services
Expanding beyond routine eye exams into specialized services attracts new patients. Consider providing or getting advanced training in sports vision training, neuro-optometric rehabilitation for brain injuries, pediatric vision therapy, ocular disease treatment, or vision rehabilitation for low vision patients. Promote these unique services on your website, social media, advertisements, and office materials.
2. Embrace New Technologies
Investing in advanced technologies like digital refracting systems, OCT and retinal imaging tools, laser eye treatments, computerized visual field analyzers, and telehealth options makes your practice more competitive. It also improves clinical services and the patient experience. Promote your use of cutting-edge technologies.
3. Maximize Digital Marketing
Having a modern, mobile-friendly website along with engaging social media pages and targeted online advertising are essential for connecting with potential patients online.
Prioritize educating visitors on eye health and your services through blog posts, videos, and webinars. This attracts website traffic.
4. Offer Membership Plans
Offering wellness membership packages that bundle discounted exam fees, eyewear, and contact lens supplies encourages loyalty and repeat visits. Different pricing tiers appeal to a broad patient base. Automated renewal notices and reward reminders maintain engagement.
5. Train Your Optometric Team
Investing in your team’s skills through ongoing training on new technologies, patient experiences, insurance procedures, and practice operations is key. Well-trained staff provide better service that keeps patients coming back.
6. Partner with Community Organizations
Coordinate with schools, community health centers, occupational health offices, skilled nursing facilities, and home healthcare agencies to provide on-site vision services. This exposes you to new patient pools in convenient settings.
7. Prioritize Ocular Wellness
Position your practice as supporting full ocular health rather than just vision correction. Educate patients on important screenings, monitoring, early interventions, and lifestyle management for conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and dry eye.
8. Offer Weekend and Evening Hours
Accommodating patient schedules with extended weekday and weekend hours expands your patient pool to busy working professionals and families. Promote your convenient hours.
9. Analyze Key Metrics
Track practice data like new patients acquired, patient retention rate, service sales volumes, referral sources, appointment show rates, and revenue streams. Analyze trends to gain insights into successes, opportunities, and strategies.
10. Reward Patient Referrals
Offering incentives like gift cards when existing patients refer new patients, leverages word-of-mouth marketing. This incentivizes referrals. Send thank you notes recognizing valued referrers.
11. Survey Patients
Regular patient satisfaction surveys provide valuable feedback on their experience, vision needs, and how you can improve services. This helps enhance patient experiences.
12. Stay Visible in Your Community
Getting involved with local organizations, events, charities, and schools increases visibility and trust. Be a reliable resource on eye health for your community.
Conclusion:  
Growing an optometry practice requires dedication across clinical, technology, marketing, and service domains.
But strategic planning and execution yields major rewards in reach, reputation, and revenues. With a thoughtful, well-planned approach, your practice can flourish.
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My Journey as an Occupational Therapy Student: Navigating Strengths and Weaknesses in the Hospital Setting
As an occupational therapy (OT) student, stepping into the bustling world of a hospital can be both thrilling and intimidating. The journey is a rollercoaster of experiences, filled with moments of triumph and challenges that test your resilience. In this personal blog, I'll share my reflections on the strengths and weaknesses I've encountered this week while working as an OT student in a hospital setting.
Strengths:
Hands-On Learning: One of the greatest strengths of working in a hospital as an OT student is the unique hands-on learning experience. From assisting with patient evaluations to participating in treatment sessions, every day offers new opportunities to apply classroom knowledge in real-life scenarios. These experiences not only strengthen theory but also sharpen clinical skills essential for future practice.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Hospital settings thrive on interdisciplinary collaboration, and as an OT student, I've had the privilege of working alongside a diverse team of healthcare professionals. Whether it's consulting with doctors, collaborating with physical therapists, or coordinating care with nurses, these interactions have reinforced the importance of teamwork in healthcare.
Exposure to Diverse Cases: Government hospitals cater to a wide range of patient populations and conditions, providing OT students with exposure to diverse cases and treatment approaches. Each encounter offers valuable insight into different parts of occupational therapy.
Mentorship and Guidance: Throughout my first week in the hospital, I've been fortunate to have experienced a supervisor who has generously shared her wisdom, guidance, and expertise with myself and my group. She has provided support, offered constructive feedback and is nurturing my growth as a growing OT professional.
Weaknesses:
Time Constraints: In the fast-paced environment of a hospital, time is a precious thing, and it is often in short supply. It can result in challenges in managing time effectively. As an OT student, balancing clinical responsibilities, tasks, session planning and write ups and other educational deadlines, leaving little room for leisure. This can feel overwhelming at times, therefore requiring prioritisation and time management skills.
Emotional Toll: The hospital environment exposes OT students to the raw realities of illness, injury, and human suffering. Witnessing patients' struggles and talking to them about life before illness and injury and them facing unexpected outcomes can take an emotional toll on ourselves.
High Turn Over Rates: High discharge rates in hospitals presents various challenges for OT students. Patients are admitted, undergo treatment, and are quickly discharged, often leaving limited time for in depth interventions. As OT students, we strive to provide meaningful therapy to facilitate patients' recovery and improve their quality of life. However, the brief stay of the patient can interfere with our ability to conduct thorough assessments, and implement tailored intervention plans. As an OT student navigating the challenges of high discharge rates in the hospital, I've learned valuable lessons in adaptability, resilience, and patient-centered care. While the fast-paced nature of hospital settings can be daunting, it also presents opportunities for growth. By embracing a eager mindset, collaborating effectively with other health care practitioners, and prioritising patient-centered goals, OT students can rise to the occasion and make a meaningful difference in our patients lives.
Working as an OT student in a hospital setting is a journey filled with both strengths and weaknesses, challenges and triumphs. It's a journey that tests your resilience, sharpens your skills, and shapes you into the therapist you aspire to be. By embracing the strengths, acknowledging the weaknesses, OT students can emerge from the hospital wards and be ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of their patients.
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Global Autism Spectrum Disorder Management Market: A Deep Dive into Key Drivers and Trends
The global autism spectrum disorder management market is  expected to experience consistent growth over the next decade, reaching a projected valuation of US$ 3.55 billion by 2033. This translates to a promising Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.2% from 2023
Rising ASD Cases and Focus on Improved Care:
A primary driver of this market growth is the increasing prevalence of autism spectrum disorder diagnoses. This necessitates improved healthcare practices and management solutions for autistic patients.
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Tech-Driven Solutions for Learning and Symptom Reduction:
Technological advancements are playing a crucial role in the development of innovative solutions for enhancing learning and reducing symptoms in individuals with ASD. These tools are transforming the landscape of ASD management.
Government Initiatives:
New government projects and initiatives focused on autism spectrum disorder are expected to positively impact market growth. Increased research funding and support programs for ASD management will create significant opportunities.
Comprehensive Management Systems:
ASD management systems encompass various aspects of patient care, including:
Diagnosis and Treatment: These systems facilitate accurate diagnosis and provide access to evidence-based treatment approaches.
Enhanced Learning and Development: The systems promote learning and development through various methods, fostering greater independence for patients.
Therapy Options: A wide range of therapeutic interventions are included, such as behavioral, communication, and educational therapies, alongside medication options.
Creative and Sensory Therapies: Creative and sensory-based therapies are incorporated to address specific needs and promote overall well-being.
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Global Autism Spectrum Disorder Management Market Key Players:
Curemark, LLC (Rye, United States)
Alembic Pharmaceuticals Limited (Vadodara, India)
Yamo Pharmaceuticals (New York)
PaxMedica (Woodcliff Lake)
F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd (Basel, Switzerland)
Aurobindo Pharma Ltd. (Hyderabad, India)
Otsuka Holdings Co. Ltd. (Tokyo, Japan)
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Titusville, New Jersey)
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (Tel Aviv, Israel)
H. Lundbeck A/S (Copenhagen, Denmark)
Competitive Landscape
The key suppliers focus on integrated therapy programs. The competitors also merge, acquire, and partner with other companies to increase their supply chain and distribution channel.
Recent Market Developments
Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd has introduced a long range of therapies including behavioral therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy.
Otsuka Holdings Co. Ltd. Has launched the antipsychotic abilify which has also gained approval in Japan for additional indication of irritability associated with ASD.
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Global Autism Spectrum Disorder Management Market Key Segments Covered:
By Product Type:
Autistic Disorder
Asperger Syndrome
PDD-NOS
Other Pervasive Developmental Disorders
By Treatment:
Behavioural Approaches
Early Intervention
Medication
Others
By End-User:
Hospitals
Education Counsellor Center
Others
Key Regions Covered:
North America
United States
Canada
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Rest of Latin America
Europe
Germany
United Kingdom
France
Spain
Russia
Rest of Europe
Japan
Asia Pacific Excluding Japan
China
India
Malaysia
Singapore
Australia
Rest of Asia Pacific Excluding Japan (APEJ)
Middle East and Africa
GCC Countries
Israel
South Africa
Middle East and Africa (MEA)
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zaphirohomehealth · 1 month
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Healthcare services play a significant role in the health and recuperation of patients. In reality, patients are dependent on healthcare services, supplies, and products as they recover. This holds true regardless of the medical condition that they have been diagnosed with. Say, for example, patients who are suffering from severe conditions require skilled nursing in Texas. It helps speed up their recuperation.
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