QEII Halifax Infirmary Emergency Department is working with reduced space, which may lead to delays for those with less urgent concerns. Learn more here.
Starting Saturday, December 14, the entrance to the QEII Halifax Infirmary Emergency Department will change to 1840 Bell Road. Learn more.
This pamphlet explains how to do exercises to strengthen your hip while lying down and while seated.
Coban™ wrap is an elastic material like a bandage. It is used to lower swelling or to support a joint. This pamphlet shows you how to apply Coban™ wrap.
There are 2 fully-equipped 1-bedroom Independent Living Simulation (ILS) suites at the Nova Scotia Rehabilitation and Arthritis Centre are designed to give you or support persons practice at independent or assisted living before you go home. This pamphlet explains the type of life skills that can be practiced in the suites and when the suites can be used.
Physiotherapy exercises for the knee are given. Tips for using heat and ice are also provided.
This guide outlines information about knee replacement surgery at Valley Regional Hospital (VRH).
This pamphlet gives step-by-step instructions and diagrams for doing late phase total hip exercises. Stretching and strengthening exercises are included.
This pamphlet explains leg exercises with illustrations. This pamphlet is also available in French.
This pamphlet explains why activity is so important while you wait for your liver transplant and provides an exercise program which includes strengthening and cardio exercises. This pamphlet is also available in French.
This pamphlet includes some tips to help you manage your back pain at home and when to see a health care provider. This pamphlet is also available in French.
This pamphlet will help you as you make your way through rehabilitation (rehab). It explains what to expect when you are admitted, during your stay, and when you are discharged from the hospital. It also includes information about your health care team and a checklist to help you get ready for your discharge.