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Why do Veterans get mistreated at home?
"American" military veterans were only "heavily" mistreated on two occasions: The US Civil War and the Vietnam War. 1. The Confederate soldiers/sailors who had fought for the south, were considered losers because they, 1) were considered traitors (by northerners) who had turned on their own country 2) had lost the war. 2. US GIs in Vietnam represented a threat to the not-yet-drafted American male, as he (the GI) had not fled to Canada or other wise successfully dodged the military draft. As one incident reflects this: "When a Vietnam vet amputee was noticed at an airport, and asked how he lost his limb, the veteran replied Vietnam; the questioner responded with, "you deserved it!" This was not an un-common feeling of US citizens against Vietnam War veterans during those times. And last, as in the US Civil War, the south lost again, and returning GIs were treated as "losers of the war."
What is another name for branch?
Limb or Tree Limb Arm or division
How many Americans lost a limb during Vietnam?
It's estimated that about 300,000 plus US servicemen were wounded in the war. That not counting the 58,000 dead. One source indicated approximately 75,000 men lost limbs in the war.
When and where did baseball player Limb McKenry die?
Limb McKenry died November 1, 1956, in Fresno, CA, USA.
What word did the Victorian's use for leg?
Limb
Why do Veterans get mistreated at home?
"American" military veterans were only "heavily" mistreated on two occasions: The US Civil War and the Vietnam War. 1. The Confederate soldiers/sailors who had fought for the south, were considered losers because they, 1) were considered traitors (by northerners) who had turned on their own country 2) had lost the war. 2. US GIs in Vietnam represented a threat to the not-yet-drafted American male, as he (the GI) had not fled to Canada or other wise successfully dodged the military draft. As one incident reflects this: "When a Vietnam vet amputee was noticed at an airport, and asked how he lost his limb, the veteran replied Vietnam; the questioner responded with, "you deserved it!" This was not an un-common feeling of US citizens against Vietnam War veterans during those times. And last, as in the US Civil War, the south lost again, and returning GIs were treated as "losers of the war."
Does TENS help with phantom limb?
Yes
How do you support individual with its use artificial limb?
To support an individual with the use of an artificial limb, it is important to provide proper training on how to use and care for the limb. Regular follow-up appointments with a prosthetist can help ensure the limb is fitted correctly and adjustments can be made as needed. Encouraging the individual to engage in physical therapy can also help improve their strength, mobility, and overall function with the prosthetic limb.
Why does elveating a limb help reduce swelling?
Fluids seek their lowest level. So if there is swelling in a limb, elevating makes the fluids go to other parts of the body, lower than that limb, and allows normal flow of fluids in that limb.
Does transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation help with phantom limb?
Yes
Does soaking a tree limb in hot water help it bend?
yes.
How do you say cut you from limb to limb in old English?
Perhaps the expression you want is "limb from limb" and not "from limb to limb."
What are the treatment options available for Cellulitis?
Antibiotics are effective if the cellulitis is contained to a small area. If you have cellulitis in the leg or arm, elevating the limb can also help. In severe cases, a hospital stay may be required.
What is it called when you help a client with exercise who can't move a limb?
It is known as physiotherapy.
How does your triceps help you bend your arm?
Triceps does not help to bend your arm. It helps to straighten your upper limb across the elbow.
What name is given to an artificial limb?
A prosthetic limb or "prosthetic"
What is the medical term meaning false limb?
A false limb is a prosthetic limb.
