This is a podcast-brief from the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center. We all know the benefits of exercise, but it’s especially important for people who have a burn injury. Your heart and lungs may not work as well as before. Your bones may not be as strong. And your ...
Study examined the effect of scald burn injury on rat tracheal epithelium at 5 days after injury and tested the hypothesis that treatment with febuxostat (FBX), an inhibitor of xanthine oxidase (XO), can be protective of cell homeostasis. Sprague Dawley rats were randomly divided into uninjured (sham), injured (control), and ...
This is a part of the Hot Topic podcast series from the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center on Employment After Burn Injury. Ben Swanson, Burn Injury survivor, discusses How Ben Responds to Strangers' Questions.
BEN SWANSON: So in physical appearance, uh, occasionally at a store, you’ll get somebody that’ll, that’ll ask ...
This is a part of the Hot Topic podcast series from the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center on Employment After Burn Injury. Sabina Brych, BS, Rehabilitation Counselor, discusses, Some Common Mistakes Employers Make. SABINA BRYCH: It always infuriates me when a patient would say, “My employer said he wants ...
This is a part of the Hot Topic podcast series from the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center on Employment After Burn Injury. Peter C. Esselman, MD, researcher, discusses, BMS Research On Barriers to Returning To Work.
PETER ESSELMAN: I think when you look at -- in research that we’ve done, looking ...
This is a part of the Hot Topic podcast series from the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center on Employment After Burn Injury. Nicole S. Gibran, MD, Researcher, discusses Accommodations Employers Might Make.
NICOLE GIBRAN:
I think there are very simple adjustments that can allow you to return to your previous job. But ...
The Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center presents an audio factsheet on Managing Pain After Burn Injury. The factsheet was developed by Karen J. Kowalske, MD, Sandra Hall, PT, DPT., Radha Holavanahalli, PhD, and Lynne Friedlander, M.Ed, in collaboration with the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center. The information in this factsheet ...
This is a podcast-brief from the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center. Ultimately, most people report a good quality of life following a burn injury, but the months following the injury can be challenging. There can be emotional challenges during recovery, like changes in the way you feel. You might ...
This is a podcast-brief from the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center. Almost everyone recovering from major burns has problems with itching. It’s a normal part of healing, but Itching can get in the way of doing everyday activities like sleeping, working, and physical activities. No single treatment stops itching ...
This is a part of the Hot Topic podcast series from the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center on Sexuality and Intimacy After Burn Injury. Dr. Radha Holavanhalli, researcher, discusses why it is important for health care providers to discuss sexuality and intimacy after burn injury.
Radha Holavanahalli, Ph.D.
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This is a podcast-brief from the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center.
Going to work is not just about making money. Working gives us a sense of purpose. It’s good for our health and wellbeing. It contributes to our happiness, and it helps us to build confidence and self-esteem. These are some ...
The American Burn Association is dedicated to improving the lives of everyone affected by burn injury. The American Burn Association and its members dedicate their efforts and resources to promoting and supporting burn-related research, education, care, rehabilitation, and prevention.
Fires, chemicals, electricity, explosions, hot liquids, steam, and grease… these are the common causes of burn injuries. But what does it mean to have a first, second, third, or fourth degree burn? This is one of the many questions likely to be asked if you or a loved ...
A medida que la piel se cura de una lesión por quemadura, puede dar picazón. Casi todas las personas que se recuperan de quemaduras importantes tienen problemas con la picazón, especialmente en la quemadura o alrededor de ésta, el injerto o el sitio de la donación. Este infocómic comparte información ...
Itchy Skin After Burn Injury Infocomic
As skin heals from a burn injury, it may get itchy. Almost everyone recovering from major burns has problems with itching—especially on or around the burn, graft or donor site. This infocomic shares information on itchy skin after burn injury and ways to help manage ...
Shriners Hospitals for Children® — Galveston, a 30-bed pediatric burn hospital, research and teaching center, conducts research to discover new knowledge that improves the quality of care and quality of life of children and families.
The Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors is the leading national nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering anyone affected by a burn injury through peer support, education, and advocacy.
The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is the leading source of free, expert, and confidential guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues.
Disability.gov is the federal government website for comprehensive information on disability programs and services nationwide.You can find thousands of resources on topics, such as applying for Social Security disability benefits, finding a job and paying for accessible housing, to name just a few.
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The Children’s Burn Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing support services for child burn survivors, ages 0-18 and their families, as well as burn prevention and fire safety education to thousands of children and caregivers in Southern California, nationally, and internationally.
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