Every person has some sort of occupation or job. A child's occupation is to grow and learn. Some children seem to easily grow and achieve developmental milestones, while others might have more challenges achieving these milestones. That is why there is occupational therapy. An occupational therapist helps a child with things what they need to stay on track with their peers. Here are a couple of reasons that a child might see an occupational therapist.
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Child care centers can be breeding grounds for bacteria, especially during cold and flu season. After all, many young children know very little about germs and how to avoid spreading germs from one child to the next. Consequently, it is not uncommon for a toddler to wipe their running nose while simultaneously picking up a toy that will played with by dozens of other children throughout the course of the day.
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When it comes to sports injuries, a torn ACL is a very common one. The ACL is the anterior cruciate ligament, which is one of the primary knee ligaments. It is responsible for keeping the knee stable and is often the cause of a knee "giving out." People who have a torn ACL often choose to have surgery, but that is not the only treatment option available. Here are some things to know about having an ACL tear and what treatments are available.
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The issue of legalizing marijuana, at least for medical purposes, continues to be framed around political, moral, social and cultural concerns. However, the focal point of the question, real and perceived medical benefits, is now receiving serious medical attention. One of the key reasons for this new perspective is research and results related to cannabidiol. While many think of the chemical THC when marijuana is mentioned, it is only one of more than 60 compounds found in cannabis.
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You may often think of people suffering from back pain as those who labor intensely every day, athletes, or those who have been in an accident. But many people who sit at a desk all day are at serious risk for both back and neck pain. In today's modern world where most employees use a computer to complete their daily tasks, the number of people suffering from back pain is increasing.
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