A concussion is a traumatic brain injury (TBI). This pamphlet includes information on how long symptoms last, symptoms to watch for, and what to expect the first few weeks. An in-depth list of common symptoms and how to deal with them, and a FAQ section is also included.
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is used to help treat conditions like movement disorders and neurological (brain) disorders. This pamphlet explains whether DBS may be right for you, the 3 steps of DBS surgery, what to expect after your surgery, and symptoms that need medical attention right away.
This pamphlet gives ways for you to support your family member and offers answers to many of the questions you may have about your loved one's care following admission to the Camp Hill Veterans' Memorial Building. This pamphlet is also available in French.
When you have an acquired brain injury (ABI), you may experience disinhibition and impulsiveness. This pamphlet explains what causes disinhibition and impulsiveness and gives tips for managing them. A list of resources is included.
The Early Supported Stroke Discharge (ESD) team provides rehabilitation for people recovering from a stroke. This pamphlet explains who is eligible for ESD services, how to access services, what the team does, what will happen when the ESD team visits you, and what is expected of you.
An EMG is a test that uses electricity to check how your nerves and muscles are working. This pamphlet explains how to get ready for an EMG, how an EMG is done, how long it will take, and when you will get the results.
The Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) provides safe environment to record your seizures to help us better understand your seizure disorder. This pamphlet gives details about being admitted, how to prepare for your stay, how video-EEG works, and what you can expect during your time in the hospital.
This pamphlet explains what causes fatigue after an acquired brain injury (ABI), how fatigue may show up, things that can make it worse, and tips for coping with fatigue.
This pamphlet explains why seizures happen, what unprovoked and provoked seizures are, what will happen after your first seizure, and what epilepsy is. Information about the First Unprovoked Seizure Clinic, and first aid for seizures are provided.
Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is an disease of the nervous system. It can cause mild weakness to severe (very bad) paralysis (not being able to move).