It may surprise you to know that there are many different options for you to exercise and stay fit. Whether you want to compete in an individual or team sport as part of a league or local club, or if you’re looking for something to keep you physically active and manage your weight, there’s plenty to choose from.
Tennis is one of the fastest-growing wheelchair sports in the world. This court sport offers those with a spinal cord injury the opportunity to play in the same way and with the same rules as any tennis player, with one notable exception—the ball is allowed to bounce twice. This provides greater opportunities to make more shots, stay in longer rallies, and just have more fun!
Facing long-term catheter use can feel overwhelming for many. Suddenly, everyday routines are interrupted, and you may find yourself wrestling with anxiety, fear, or even grief over the changes to your body and lifestyle.
For several thousand years, people have passed down a saying attributed to the Greek philosopher and physician Hippocrates: “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food”. Physicians today agree that nutrition and the foods we eat can play an important role in maintaining our health. In today’s article, we will discuss how common foods can negatively or positively impact the urinary tract.
There’s a lot of misinformation out there about using catheters or living with an ostomy. Whether you’re newly adjusting or have been managing your condition for years, it’s easy to draw conclusions from outdated or even incorrect assumptions. At ABC Medical, we’re here to provide clarity, comfort, and real answers!
From an early age, we begin to develop routines around how our bodies work in different situations, including how and when we go to the bathroom. When those established norms change unexpectedly, it can rock your world physically and emotionally.
