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Patient Education Resources

1,601 Patient Education Resources

Respiratory Health Class

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WF85-2533

The Respiratory Health Class is for people with spinal cord injuries and neuromuscular (affects nerves and muscles) diseases that make it hard to breathe. This pamphlet explains what you will learn, when and where the class is held, and how to sign up.

Rétablissement après une commotion cérébrale

| .pdf | PRINT CODE FF85-2406

Une commotion cérébrale est une lésion cérébrale traumatique (LCT). Le présent guide contient de l'information sur la durée des symptômes, sur les symptômes à surveiller et sur ce à quoi s'attendre au cours des premières semaines. Une liste détaillée des symptômes courants et des moyens d'y remédier, ainsi qu'une foire aux questions (FAQ) sont également incluses.

Retinal Acuity Meter (RAM)

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WW85-1392

The Retinal Acuity Meter (RAM) is a test used to measure how much vision you have in your retina, the back of your eye. This pamphlet explains getting ready for the test, how the RAM is done, and what to expect after the test. This pamphlet is also available in French.

Retinal Detachment (RD)

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WW85-2316

A retinal detachment (RD) is a condition that happens when the retina detaches (pulls away) from the inside wall of the eye. This pamphlet explains what causes RD, what the symptoms of RD are, who is at risk for RD, and how RD is diagnosed and treated.

Retinal Treatments

| .pdf | PRINT CODE WW85-0461

Change or damage to the retina can cause vision loss. This pamphlet explains how you can tell if your retina is damaged, what kinds of damage can happen to the retina, and types of treatments and surgery. This pamphlet is also available in French.

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