How easy is it to get proper, timely and effective health care in relation to financial capacity of an individual living in Australia? The Australian healthcare system provides universal population coverage through Medicare reforms which started in 1984 and its aim was to provide a health insurance system which is simple, fair, and affordable. The …
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People with disabilities often find it difficult performing everyday living activities independently or even with assistance, and that is where assistive technology (AT) comes into play. Assistive technology comprises of devices, hardware, software or system which is designed and developed particularly to help disable people ease their lives. It actually enables people with disabilities to …
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Annually, over 12 million people are affected by spasticity. Every year to recognise this condition, Global Spasticity Awareness week is observed from June 17th to 24th. Anyone experiencing cerebral palsy, stroke, spinal cord injuries, acquired brain damage or any motor neuron disorder can relate with how spasticity compromises the quality of life. Spasticity presents as …