Becoming a medico-legal expert
The benefits of undertaking medico-legal work, by David Withers of Irwin Mitchell.
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11 July, 2020
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Delays in neurological treatment for seven in 10 patients
More than seven in 10 people with neurological conditions report delays to medical appointments due to Covid-19, according to new research.
Read MoreOfsted registers Chroma as an Adoption Support Agency
Arts therapy provider Chroma is now registered with Ofsted as an Adoption Support Agency, providing therapy services to children and adults up to 25 years old.
Read MoreThe integration of rehabilitation and medico-legal experts
In a serious injury case, a plethora of expert evidence will be obtained, writes Irwin Mitchell’s David Withers…
Read MorePredicting potential and the value of hypotheses…
Factors that likely influence rehabilitation potential and recovery and predictions of the same...
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City dwellers “more likely to die in hospital” after stroke – US study
Compared to those living in urban areas, stroke patients treated at rural hospitals were one third...
Capacity for decisions in life and love: part 1
Under Article 8 of the Human Rights Act we all have a right to enjoy a private and family life. The need for relationships and intimacy is an essential part of most of our lives but for individuals living with an acquired brain injury, this can be far more complex, as Georgina Moorhead of Irwin Mitchell explains.
MS update
A round up of the latest developments in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) research.
Update: Spinal cord injury research
Research into spinal cord injury (SCI) has continues at pace, with several exciting new findings in recent months, summarised here.
How Ahmed came back from the brink
Suffering a TBI can affect people in different ways. In some cases, the patient can be affected so...
Parkinson’s breakthrough raises prospect of dyskinesia treatment
Many people with Parkinson’s disease eventually develop debilitating movements called dyskinesia,...
Protecting Parkinson’s voices in the crisis
A scheme in America is helping people with Parkinson’s to maintain vital functions during the lockdown.
“NHS staff saved my life – I had to do something to help”
Brain injury survivor Demelza Fry is the driving force behind an urgent face shield appeal to protect frontline medical and care workers against COVID-19.
PPE and testing battle for specialist provider
A specialist rehab provider has laid bare its battles to secure both COVID-19 testing and PPE during the current pandemic.
Opinion
Brain injury in the new normal: How to get a good night’s sleep during the pandemic
Consultant clinical neuropsychologist Dr Keith G Jenkins and Dr Jenny Brooks, consultant clinical psychologist on how to sleep well during the pandemic.
Brain injury in the new normal: How to keep a routine during the pandemic
Consultant clinical neuropsychologist Dr Keith G Jenkins and Dr Jenny Brooks, consultant clinical psychologist on how to keep a routine during the pandemic.
Brain injury in the new normal: How to keep in touch with loved ones during the pandemic
Consultant clinical neuropsychologist Dr Keith G Jenkins and Dr Jenny Brooks, consultant clinical psychologist on how to stay social during the pandemic.
Brain injury in the new normal: Keeping a check on your wellbeing
Consultant clinical neuropsychologist Dr Keith G Jenkins and Dr Jenny Brooks, consultant clinical psychologist on how to keep on top of your mental wellbeing during the pandemic.
Brain injury in the new normal: Fitting COVID-19 guidelines into your routine
Consultant clinical neuropsychologist Dr Keith G Jenkins and Dr Jenny Brooks, consultant clinical psychologist, on how to manage the pandemic guidelines.
Behind the scenes of brain injury referrals
Despite COVID-19, work is still progressing to allow providers to accept new residents at the first opportunity. Gill Ayris from Richardson Care, which runs three brain injury care homes, discusses the process.
Insight
Update:concussion in sport
A run through the latest developments in concussion in sport research and protocols.
Stepping up the fight against alcohol-related brain injury
Alcohol-related brain injury (ARBI) is becoming more widely recognised, but specific rehab...
Neurobehavioural rehab in aggression management after TBI
Changes in personality following TBIs are often more problematic than neurocognitive, functional deficits or even physical disabilities. Dr Grzegorz Grzegorzak, consultant neuropsychiatrist at St Peter’s Hospital, South Wales, explains why taking a neurobehavioural approach to treating TBI can be highly effective.
Action among the daffodils
William Wordsworth urged to the world to “come forth into light, let nature be your teacher”. He...
A year in the life of a new rehab hospital
A new male neuropsychiatric facility was launched in the UK last year, amid a national shortage of such services. Twelve months on, we visited Cygnet St William’s in Darlington to chart the ups and downs of getting the service going. As Andrew Mernin reports, it’s a tale of hard-won relationships, fire-fighting and people power.
Help us to be better and stronger
Charities are facing the double-edged sword of demand for their services being at an all-time high, while seeing a vast drop in donations as a result of COVID-19. NR Times spoke to the Children’s Trust to find out more.
Technology
Top tech and devices for at-home stroke rehab
While COVID-19 lockdown continues to play havoc with people’s plans and appointments, with many going into isolation during this time, rehabilitation in its traditional setting is not always possible…
A 20-year adventure in rehab robotics
Tech pioneer Hocoma has long been pushing the boundaries of innovation in rehab. Now marking its 20th anniversary, it plans to step up its ability to drive better patient outcomes, as Deborah Johnson reports.
An uprising in rehabilitation
The rise of online content services has revolutionised TV viewing and music consumption in recent...
Every step of the way
STEPS rehabilitation recently had an opportunity to put Rewalk’s Restore system through its paces, as senior physiotherapist Jamie Story explains.
Leading the remote resistance
Andrew Mernin reports on an emerging technology aiming to revolutionise how rehab professionals work together on patient goals.
High rollers lead MND tech development
Rolls-Royce through its data technology arm, R2 Data Labs, has partnered with the Motor Neurone...
Interviews
The man who couldn’t see numbers
The unusual case of a man who can’t see numbers has led researchers to argue that the brain can process things without a person being aware of what they’re looking at.
“Assume brain injury” after domestic violence, researcher urges
Domestic violence survivors in hospital should automatically be tested for traumatic brain injury (TBI) because they, and doctors, may not be aware of the symptoms.
We’ll be soaring again soon
It’ll take more than a global pandemic to stop Accessible Dreams drawing up plans for more empowering trips in the not-too-distant future, as NR Times reports.
The MS secret that sparked a movement
“It’s not the cards you’re dealt that matters, it’s how you play them that counts.” For...
Working your way back after injury
Returning to work after a brain injury can be a long and daunting road. Here brain injury survivor Dean Harding discusses his own experiences with Irwin Mitchell employment lawyer Emilie Cole and occupational therapist Mandy Richmond.
Out of the shadows
A charity which encourages brain injury survivors to put others first is helping them to re-find their place as valued members of society. Deborah Johnson reports.
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Capacity for Decisions in Life and Love: Part 2
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Organic brain injury or psychological trauma?
Capacity for decisions in life and love: part 1
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Brain injury rehab “driven to crisis-point”
Dealing with hearings remotely
The integration of rehabilitation and medico-legal experts
Guillain-Barré syndrome in litigation
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