11.02.09
Posted in Brain Injury News at 1:04 pm by Jenny
Last week, I attended the North America Brain Injury Society’s annual medical legal seminar in Austin, Texas. The conference consisted of two programs running simultaneously, one a medical conference for medical providers and the other a medical legal program to educate both plaintiff and defense attorneys regarding traumatic brain injury. The attendees were privileged to hear from the top doctors in the United States on such issues as neuroimaging, concussion in sports, neuropsychology issues and mild traumatic brain injury which was presented by Ronald Ruff, Ph.D.
There was also an outstanding presentation regarding the proposed pediatric national plan (PABI) by Ronald Savage, Ed.D. and Patrick Donohue. Mr. Donohue is the founder of the Sara Jane Brain Injury Project and the leading force in having legislation introduced to set up a national pediatric acquired brain injury program.
On Saturday, we heard an outstanding program presented by Michael E. Nelson, Esq. of Seattle, Washington. Mr. Nelson was the leading force in the enactment of the Lystedt Statute in Washington State regarding the issue of return to play after concussion in youth sports. Mr. Nelson was instrumental in advancing legislation in Washington that was ultimately passed and signed which requires that a child who sustains a concussion during a sporting event be withheld from returning to play until that child is evaluated and cleared by a medical physician who specializes in the treatment and evaluation of children who have sustained brain injury.
On returning from the conference, I have begun to work on having such legislation introduced and passed here in New Jersey.
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10.29.09
Posted in Brain Injury News at 1:09 pm by Jenny
Last Thursday evening, the Trial Attorneys of New Jersey (TANJ) presented me with this year’s Trial Bar Award for outstanding trial advocacy and professionalism. TANJ’s mission is to preserve and improve the civil and criminal justice system in New Jersey. The highlight of the year is its annual trial bar award’s banquet and the presentation of its esteemed trial bar award.
This year I was honored to receive the award along with Carol Forte, Edward Deutsch and Louis Rupprecht.
Past recipients of this prestigious award include former Governor and Chief Justice Richard J. Hughes, former New Jersey Supreme Court Justice Robert L. Clifford, and David T. Wilentz who as Attorney General of New Jersey successful prosecuted Bruno Hauptmann in the Lindbergh kidnaping trial.
It was a wonderful event and I was extremely honored to receive this award.
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10.26.09
Posted in Brain Injury News at 8:53 pm by Jenny
I read an interesting article online last week which details the career of Kyle Turley, offensive tackle for the New Orleans Saints, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs. The article recounts the injuries Turley sustained over his nine years in the National Football League and the devastating long-term effects those injuries have had, and continue to have, on his health. The article serves as an eye-opening inside look into the pressures players face on the field to put the game ahead of their health.
You can read the full article online here.
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Posted in Uncategorized at 12:08 am by Jenny
25 Oct 2009 05:08 PM
I sprained my knee about 4 weeks ago. I want to get back into my fitness routine, but I am not sure how to go about it. How do I start exercising again without risking reinjury?
You will want to make sure that you are at a point to start again safely. You will want to get your doctor's advice and permission to proceed with your workout routine. Your doctor is a professional and he will know if it is safe to do so. Do not worry that you are starting back at square one. You would have to be out of commission for a couple of months to be at that point. If you are still experiencing a great deal of discomfort, wait until you feel ready to begin. Pushing yourself when your knee is still tender will only set you back even further. If you are a person who enjoys physical activity and needs it to feel good you are probably at your wit's end waiting to start back up again. This is understandable, but you must be patient.
When you are ready to resume your previous exercise activity it is best to move carefully. Do not force your knee into a position that exacerbates discomfort. Do not do any exercises that put weight solely on your knees. Do not do any exercises that involve putting pressure on your knee. When my knee was sprained I was out of my routine for approximately 4 to 5 weeks. I started back at the gym with caution and with my doctor's blessing. His words were, "Use caution and play it by ear. You will know when to stop. Do not go beyond that point." I was extremely hesitant when I climbed up on the elliptical machine. The first few movements of the elliptical were enough to send a warning to me. It hurt. I got right off of it and concentrated on exercising my upper body. It was wonderful to move my body again. I tried the treadmill next and I did just fine. I was not running, but walking pretty smoothly and without pain. This is something that you will have to gauge for yourself. After a week or two I was able to do more. If you are feeling pretty good once you start exercising you can visit the gym again a couple of days later. I would not go two days in a row until you have exercised for about a week or two. If you are feeling pretty good after that slowly increase your gym time. If you are having discomfort you will have to back off for a while until you are feeling better again. I realize that it is very frustrating, but if you are not careful you will just set yourself back. It will take time, but before long you will be right back where you were before your injury.
Angel Lynn writes in weight loss, single parenting, fitness, media and health.
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10.18.09
Posted in Uncategorized at 2:10 pm by Jenny
18 Oct 2009 07:10 AM
I bought a portable stepper about five years ago. It was used daily. I loved that thing because of its convenient portability. Much to my disappointment my stepper had bit the dust about a month ago. With that one gone I wanted to get another because it was a well-used item. It gave me countless hours of exercise.
I wanted another portable stepper. They were small, compact, easy to move around to different areas of the house. Best of all, they were priced right. I had not planned on getting one with a handle due to the extra cost, but then I saw the Hers MS93 Stepper with Handle. It was reasonably priced at just under $80. The handle did sound good since once you are on a stepper for a length of time you could tend to get a little off balance.
The Hers MS93 Stepper with Handle is made with a rugged steel frame and extra wide foot pedals. This offers you an increase in stability. The LCD monitor keeps track of time, steps taken and calories burned. The pedals are adjustable to change the depth of each step. The stepper weighs only 30 pounds making it easy to maneuver. It is a good workout for your heart. Working out several times a week will firm up your thighs, your calves and your buttocks.
I started using it again the same night that I put it together, which by the way took me just minutes. If I can put it together, anyone can. I have put things together before that took me hours. It took me about a half hour to put this together. The stepper is a great convenience to have around the house on those cold, snowy days when you cannot go outdoors.
This stepper received rave reviews and is a winner as far as I am concerned.
Angel Lynn writes in fitness, weight loss, single parenting, media and health.
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