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Low-Dose Naltrexone
What is naltrexone? Naltrexone is an opioid antagonist, which means it blocks the effects of opioids such as codeine, morphine, oxycodone, etc. Naltrexone was developed to treat opioid addiction. A standard dose to treat opioid addiction is typically 50 mg once daily. A standard dose of naltrexone is also used to treat alcohol dependence, although we do not fully understand how it works to reduce the urge or desire to drink alcohol.
Lumbar Sympathetic Block
This is a patient information sheet about a local anesthetic called Lumbar Sympathetic Block. It explains what the procedure is, why it's done, how to prepare, what to expect during and after the procedure, and any potential side effects.
Making Bathrooms Easy to Use
The bathroom is one of the most challenging rooms to get around with a wheelchair. There are many ways to modify your bathroom to make the shower, sink and toilet more accessible. The options you have to modify your bathroom are limited by your budget and space.
Meals and Grocery Delivery Services
This chart summarizes the grocery delivery services in London and surrounding areas.
Medication Use and Safe Driving
This is a handout to learn about how some prescription and over the counter medicines can interfere with your ability to drive safely.
Modifying your Vehicle
Driving again is a common goal following a spinal cord injury. Even if you are unable to walk, you might still be able to drive someday. Even some people with hand weakness can learn to drive with a modified vehicle. This is done by installing hand controls and wheelchair access. A vehicle can also be modified to provide passenger access to a wheelchair.
My Bowel Care Program
After almost all spinal cord injuries, bowel function is impaired. The goal is to have regular bowel movements by establishing a routine schedule. Once established, a good bowel program regulates bowel movements, avoids accidents and prevents constipation, diarrhea and resulting complications.
Nabilone (Cesamet®)
This is a handout to learn about Nabilone, which is a synthetic cannabinoid made by the pharmaceutical industry. It is similar to marijuana (the natural plant) in its actions, but usually has less effect on mood. Nabilone is typically used to treat severe nausea and vomiting associated with certain types of cancer chemotherapy and can be used to stimulate appetite. Nabilone is also used to treat chronic nerve related pain.