The researchers found that seventeen (43 \ %) had been misdiagnosed by their referring physicians as being in PVS; thirteen (33 \ %) slowly emerged from the vegetative
condition during rehabilitation therapy; and only ten (25 \ %) remained in the vegetative state.
In addition to geriatric and surgical
rehabilitations, Veterinary Orthopedic Sports Medicine (VOSM), in Annapolis Junction, Maryland uses hydrotherapy as a training tool to help keep canine athletes in great
condition, particularly
during the off - season.
April 2005 — May 2013 The Family Sanitarium - Tulare, CA Homecare Nurse • Counseled patients and families within the facility and at their homes depended on the situation • Assessed patients» physical, medical and psychological needs and devised medical or
rehabilitation program accordingly • Communicated with the doctors regarding individual patient need and report changes • Reviewed patient charts and determine patient mobility, sensory deficits and skin
conditions and adjusted plan of care • Assessed level of pain and perform necessary action to relieve pain • Assisted patients and doctors
during medical and surgical procedures