Cancer treatments have come a long way, helping more people survive longer. But even with better medicine, patients often face tough side effects that lower their quality of life. Before treatment even starts, prehabilitation can help. This means improving a patient’s strength, diet, and mental heal
Many people facing major surgery could walk into the operating room in better shape if they got the right preparation. But who actually gets this help? Doctors call this "prehabilitation" – training before surgery to build strength and stamina. Yet new research shows that the patients who need it mo
New Mexico once lagged behind in supporting people with disabilities through insurance coverage. But in 2023, the state took a big leap forward by requiring private insurers to include prosthetics and orthotics in their plans. That law was just the beginning—now, other states are watching and follow
Art Schlichter spent decades in the spotlight, but not for his football skills. Instead, his name kept popping up tied to scandals, fraud, and legal trouble. The reason? A gambling habit that started in his teens and ruined his career. He was once a top college quarterback, even leading Ohio State’s
After a stroke, many people struggle to regain control of their arms. Traditional rehab often feels repetitive and slow. But what if playing games could speed up the process? Researchers tested this idea by comparing two rehab methods for stroke survivors. One group used a simple video game system t
After a big disaster, people are more likely to get lung infections from food or drink that gets into the lungs. The danger comes not just from the event itself, but also from changes in the environment that make it harder to swallow safely. Researchers have looked closely at how swallowing therapy
The state’s newest plan for the Long Creek Youth Development Center keeps delaying real help for young people who need it. Instead of opening the doors to new programs, lawmakers have swapped a clear timeline for five years of “studies. ” This change means the center will stay stuck, without fres
Many people who receive a liver transplant later develop metabolic syndrome, a mix of health problems that can shorten life. Doctors say exercise is key to keeping these patients healthy, but most do not stick with it. A research team used the COM‑B model to figure out why some patients move a
Physiotherapy is a key part of recovery after a stroke, yet the exact place it holds inside hospital teams can be unclear. In one study researchers asked both physiotherapists and the managers who run stroke units to share their views. The aim was simple: see how each group sees the job of phy
In soccer, growing kids face unique injury risks that adults do not. A new study shows that the way a child’s body changes can lead to problems that are different from those seen in older players. The research points out that a child’s bones, muscles and joints are still developing, which makes c
