This pamphlet gives instructions to follow once you are discharged from the hospital after spine surgery. Topics include controlling pain, caring for your incision (cut), activity, and follow-up appointment. Symptoms that need medical help right away are listed.
This pamphlet explains the different types of subdural hematomas, causes, symptoms, possible tests, treatment, surgery, what will happen after surgery, special situations, possible complications, discharge planning, and how you will know if the subdural hematoma comes back.
This pamphlet includes information about Unit 7.4, Home First and discharge planning, important telephone numbers, your health care team, visitor information, parking, food and drink, personal belongings, waiting rooms, and places to stay in Halifax.
This pamphlet includes tips that can help when using a smartphone, a tablet, or another electronic device after an acquired brain injury (ABI). Topics include alerts and apps, screen time and rest, contacts, social media, and banking apps and online purchases.
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) cushions the brain and spinal cord and sometimes requires the use of a ventricular drain. This pamphlet explains how the drain is inserted, what will happen when the drain is in place, how the drain is taken out, and the possible risks.
The Neurosurgery Unit is for people with brain and/or spinal cord injury or disease. This pamphlet outlines what to expect in the Neurosurgery unit including types of care our team provides, practical information for your support persons, and planning for going home.
This pamphlet gives information about the Stroke Unit: 4C. Topics include what a stroke is, what will happen on the Stroke Unit, and who is on your Acute Stroke Service team. A list of contacts is included.
This pamphlet gives information about your care before and after your craniotomy. Topics include tests you will need before your surgery, activity, pain management, and monitoring your symptoms after surgery.
This pamphlet will help you learn about your halo brace so that your neck fracture heals properly. This pamphlet gives information about balance and movement, pin sites care, and more.