Here we feature patient stories from the sites we work with in Nepal.
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MEET BIKRAM
Meet Bikram (pseudonym) is a 50-year-old rural farmer who sustained a spinal cord injury when he fell from a mountain height. He could not afford to seek treatment for his injuries and was bed bound for 14 months, dependent on his wife for his daily care needs. Upon arrival at UMHT, Bikram started an intensive rehabilitation program involving physicians, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, counsellors and social services. Slowly over time, he was able to walk with the use of a walker, eat rice on his own using a modified spoon, and required only minimal help with dressing and other areas of his self-care. |
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MEET PRAKASH
Prakash (pseudonym) was 19 when he contracted tubercular meningitis while working in India which left him with severe physical and cognitive impairments. He was forced to end his treatment and return home as a result of financial constraints. Bed bound and dependent for care, Prakash developed a pressure ulcer on his lower back before being brought to United Mission Hospital Tansen.
The rehabilitation team provided comprehensive care to improve Prakash’s functional abilities and independence. In addition to his wound, Prakash had memory and vision problems, full body weakness, and poor balance and coordination. The rehabilitation team also provided psychological support and counselling for both Prakash and his mother during their hospital stay. At the time of his discharge home, with ongoing outpatient rehabilitation support, Prakash had made significant gains both physically and cognitively. His vision had improved, and he could now stand with a walker with support. He would need care for the rest of his life, but his quality of life and that of his family, had greatly improved.
Prakash (pseudonym) was 19 when he contracted tubercular meningitis while working in India which left him with severe physical and cognitive impairments. He was forced to end his treatment and return home as a result of financial constraints. Bed bound and dependent for care, Prakash developed a pressure ulcer on his lower back before being brought to United Mission Hospital Tansen.
The rehabilitation team provided comprehensive care to improve Prakash’s functional abilities and independence. In addition to his wound, Prakash had memory and vision problems, full body weakness, and poor balance and coordination. The rehabilitation team also provided psychological support and counselling for both Prakash and his mother during their hospital stay. At the time of his discharge home, with ongoing outpatient rehabilitation support, Prakash had made significant gains both physically and cognitively. His vision had improved, and he could now stand with a walker with support. He would need care for the rest of his life, but his quality of life and that of his family, had greatly improved.
December 2020; The Story of Mr. M
Ali Rendely, MD
Sometimes being at the front of the line is a bonus – best seats, first access, newest purchase. But sometimes, being the first comes with risks and challenges.
In 2017, Mr. M started experiencing severe leg weakness, making it difficult for him to walk; an activity he did daily. It then became difficult for him to get up from lying or sitting.
Within a few short days it was hard for him to breathe.
Ali Rendely, MD
Sometimes being at the front of the line is a bonus – best seats, first access, newest purchase. But sometimes, being the first comes with risks and challenges.
In 2017, Mr. M started experiencing severe leg weakness, making it difficult for him to walk; an activity he did daily. It then became difficult for him to get up from lying or sitting.
Within a few short days it was hard for him to breathe.
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October 2023; The Power of Peer Support
Sandra Mills, Patient Educator As part of Team 24, Sandra Mills (health educator) had the pleasure of meeting and spending time with Chet Adhikari at the Green Pastures Rehab Hospital in Pokhara, Nepal. Chet has been a Peer counselor at Green Pastures for 12 years, engaging with patients in a variety of ways to provide them with education and support. |
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October 2021; Independence Through Skills Training
Esther, OTR/L After seeing several paraplegic patients return to the hospital after being discharged home, I noticed that many were losing hope, motivation, self-respect, and self-confidence, mainly due to a lack of financial independence. |
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December 2020; The Story of Mr. M
Dr. Ali Rendely, MD Sometimes being at the front of the line is a bonus – best seats, first access, newest purchase. But sometimes, being the first comes with risks and challenges. In 2017, Mr. M started experiencing severe leg weakness, making it difficult for him to walk; an activity he did daily. It then became difficult for him to get up from lying or sitting. Within a few short days it was hard for him to breathe. |
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