When Your Child Needs Orthopaedic Surgery
Your child is having bone or joint surgery. The healthcare provider who does this surgery is called an orthopedic surgeon. This sheet can help you prepare your child and learn what to expect.
Your child is having bone or joint surgery. The healthcare provider who does this surgery is called an orthopedic surgeon. This sheet can help you prepare your child and learn what to expect.
JA means that the lining of 1 or more of your child's joints is inflamed. This causes pain and swelling. JA is long-term (chronic) condition.
Learn the differences in the skeletons of children and adults.
Home safety in an important concern when you have Parkinson disease. This sheet can help you set up your home to be safe.
Caring for someone with Parkinson Disease is tiring and can be frustrating. It's important to take care of yourself too.
The time will come when your loved one with dementia can no longer make sound choices. Here are some ideas to help you both plan for the future.
Dementia makes it harder for your loved one to understand and be understood. This can be troubling for both of you. Remember, these problems are not your loved one's fault. They're due to the disease. These tips can help you find ways to cope.
If you are caring for someone with dementia, it’s important to take good care of yourself too. Get out to see friends, eat a healthy diet, and visit your health care provider for regular checkups.
In this situation, you might not have time to learn about your child's surgery or to prepare your child. It's important to keep your emotions under control. Hospital staff can help answer your questions. Read this sheet to know what to expect when your child needs emergency surgery.
Your child is having surgery. Before the surgery, you may need to take your child to the hospital for a pre-op clinical visit. Here is information about what to expect and what to bring to the hospital.