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Broken Collarbone (Fractured Clavicle) [English] Permalink Public

You have a broken collarbone (fractured clavicle). The collarbone connects your breastbone to your shoulder blade. Together, these bones hold your arms in place. (English) Colour

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Headaches [English] Permalink Public

Headaches are one of the most common complaints in both children and adults. Most headaches are temporary. They are caused by tension of the muscles of the face, neck and scalp. (English) Colour

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Trigger Point Injections (Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre) [English] Permalink Under Revision

A trigger point injection refers to medicine being injected into a knot or tight band of muscle, and it is used to treat chronic muscle pain. This pamphlet provides information on how the injection is performed, what to expect following the injection, and possible risks and complications. (English) Colour

Stellate Ganglion Block in the Pain Clinic (Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre) [English] Permalink Public

A stellate ganglion block is an injection into the bundle of nerves (the ‘stellate ganglion’) that carry signals from the arms to the brain. Provided at the Pain Management Clinic. (English) Colour

Medial and Lateral Branch Block (Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre) [English] Permalink Under Revision

This is a pain management procedure that involves an injection of a local anesthetic onto the nerves of the spinal joints. The purpose is to help diagnose the cause and location of the pain, as well as providing pain relief. (English) Colour

Fluoroscopy (Surrey Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

Fluoroscopy is a continuous x-ray that is passed through the part of the body the doctor or nurse practitioner needs to treat. This pamphlet provides information on what to expect, as well as a detailed map on where to find the pain management clinic. (English) Colour

Wheelchair Acquisition (Fraser Health) [English] Permalink Under Revision

Someone from a specific health profession or program usually gives this resource to the person who needs it and reviews it with them. Before using this information, please review it with someone from that profession or program.

This pamphlet provides information on factors to consider when acquiring a wheelchair, including the selection process and payment options. (English) Colour

Functional Limitation Checklist (Surrey Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Under Revision

Someone from a specific health profession or program usually gives this resource to the person who needs it and reviews it with them. Before using this information, please review it with someone from that profession or program.

This functional limitation checklist covers activities of daily living, productivity, leisure, and physical limitations. (English) Black & White

Knee Joint Replacement Management - Outpatient Stage (Langley Memorial Hospital) [English] Permalink Public

A factsheet on what you need to know regarding recovery from knee replacement surgery (TKR). This contains recommended exercises for the late stages of rehabilitation. (English) Black & White

Using a Cane [English] Permalink Public

This pamphlet provides complete instructions on the use of a cane. This includes determining the correct height of a cane, going up and down stairs, and safety tips. (English) Colour