Recently, Chad McLain of Graves McLain appeared on KTUL’s Good Day Tulsa. With September being National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month, Chad offered insight regarding the risks, frequency, and causes of spinal cord injuries. What is a Spinal Cord Injury? A spinal cord injury can occur whenever the spinal cord itself is damaged through impact …
As we enter into the beginning of a new sports season it is critical to keep in mind the risks associated with many elementary and high school sports. According to the American Academy of Neurology, football, rugby, and soccer pose the greatest risk of concussion to athletes. A concussion is a form of a traumatic brain …
As automakers try to compete in their industry, many manufacturers are now providing high tech Infotainment systems in many vehicles. These Infotainment systems allow you to answer your mobile device, make a call by voice activation, enter GPS coordinates, and much more. The problem is that for years automakers have also been preaching to drivers, …
You may not think it, but many serious accidents happen on train tracks every day in the United States. In fact, every 2 hours a train strikes a person or vehicle. Because a train can come from multiple directions with little warning, it is critical to know all the warning signs and signals when you …
Construction workers put themselves at risk for workplace accidents on a daily basis. They continue to face some of the highest risks when it comes to workplace injuries; 1in10 workers are injured each year. Falls are the leading cause of deaths and injuries on construction sites – many of which are preventable. According to the …
Every year thousands of Americans experience a spinal cord injury. These injuries are devastating and can cause both physical and emotional distress. And the cost of care for a spinal cord related injury is very expensive. Approximately 12,000 new cases of spinal cord injury occur each year, not including those who die due to a …
Did you know that 40% of Tulsa Oklahoma children and young adults say they have been bullied at some point in their school career? That number may surprise you, but bullying is becoming a major problem facing kids and teens today. Bullying is no longer just used to describe fighting or physical aggression. Kids and …
Sometimes in life one is forced to make difficult decisions. Admitting an elderly loved one into a nursing home facility or eldercare community is never easy. However, at times it is necessary in order to provide them with the best and most efficient healthcare possible. Many nursing homes are professional, safe, responsible, and caring, but …
If you have ever been involved in a motor vehicle accident, you know it can come out of nowhere and can happen in seconds. Imagine you are driving down the street and you are suddenly struck by another vehicle. As it turns out, the other driver is at fault and was texting while they drove. …
Did you know that more than 285,000 hip replacement surgeries are performed each year in the United States? People suffering from sports injuries, arthritis, and the elderly often decide to get a hip replacement to help ease their pain. However, sometimes patients end up in more pain because of complications with their new metal on …
