Rehabilitation after a brain injury is necessary to help an individual recover as much of their function as possible. The rate and success of recovery will depend on the extent of the damage to the brain tissue, and is unpredictable. Rehabilitation aims to give an individual the best chance of relearning skills to give them independence. It also helps to prevent complications such as blood clots, bowel and bladder problems, pain, bedsores, lowered blood pressure, and depression.
A spinal cord injury occurs when the spinal cord is damaged, preventing messages from flowing to the brain. These messages relate to movement, touch, and feel. Living with a spinal cord injury isn’t easy at any stage of life. Here is a first-hand insight into people’s lived experiences with SCI.
Early onset Alzheimer’s disease affects a small portion of the Australian population, developing in people under the age of 65. In some rare cases it can develop in those in their 30’s or 40’s. Careful forward planning and coping strategies can help reduce feelings of fear and anxiety. In the early days of the disease, it’s important to think about the future, to help relieve stress down the track for both you and those around you.
