The following links and information are provided to assist you in finding further information on a variety of related topics, resources, and complementary practitioners.
Contacts/Referrals
Dr. Spiro Polyhronopoulos, MD
Experienced Emergency Physician and Family Physician with special training, experience, and certification in Impairment and Disability Assessment. Provides Independent Medical Evaluations and Medical-Legal Reports.
Ted Kuntz
http://www.peacebeginswithme.ca/about.html
Author of book “Peace Begins With Me”, and talented psychotherapist.
Professor Andrew Blaber
http://www.sfu.ca/bpk/faculty_directory/blaber/
Simon Fraser University, Aerospace Physiology Lab
Finlandia Natural Pharmacy
http://www.finlandiapharmacy.com/
Unbeaten, the Movie, by Steven Barber
http://www.unbeatenthemovie.com/
Brain Injury and Disability Resources
HANS –Health Action Network Society
The Health Action Network Society is a patient advocacy group. They offer health and wellness information, seminars, and links to participating practitioners.
BC Brain Injury Association
http://www.bcbraininjuryassociation.com
The Association provides a voice to promote a better quality of life for those living with acquired brain injury through education, information, prevention, support and advocacy.
Brain Injury Association of Canada
Their goal is to improve the quality of life for all Canadians affected by acquired brain injury and promote its prevention. As well, BIAC is dedicated to facilitate post-trauma research, education and advocacy.
Brain Injury Association of Washington
The BIAWA is determined that no one who has survived a brain injury should have to face their condition alone. Our vision is a world where brain injury is prevented, and every person already affected by its impact benefits from resources that maximize his/her quality of life. Our mission is to increase public awareness, support, and hope for those affected by brain injury through education, assistance, and advocacy.
The Brain Injury Recovery Network
They aim to provide practical, actionable advice for brain injury survivors and families. Our goal is to see that survivors of brain injuries are given every possible chance to recover.
Brainline
A traumatic brain and head injury resource.
Brain Trust Canada
http://www.braintrustcanada.com
BrainTrust Canada Association is a progressive community agency dedicated to preventing injury and maximizing independence for people living with brain injury. We currently offer services to individuals with brain injury and their families throughout the
Centre for Ability
http://www.centreforability.bc.ca
It is a progressive, non-profit organization that provides services to more than 3,000 children, youth and adults with neurological, physical and developmental disabilities, and their families.
The Myalgic Encephalomyelitis and Fibromyalgia Societies of BC
The societies assist people with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) and Fibromyalgia (FM), their families, healthcare providers and the general public to better understand ME and FM.
National ME/FM Action Network
The Network is dedicated to helping the medical, legal and general public in spreading awareness for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia (ME/CFS and FMS) through support, advocacy, education, and research.
PLAN
PLAN is a family-led organization founded to secure the future for people with disabilities.
Scientific Societies
Aerospace Medical Association – ASMA
Association for researchers and clinicians relating to medicine and disorders related to aviation and space environments.
Article: Postural Deficiency Syndrome by HM Da Cunha
http://pierremarie.gagey.perso.sfr.fr/SDP1987-a.htm
An article about PDS by the original scientist.
Alan Berthoz’s Lab at College de France
http://www.lppa.college-de-france.fr/EN/index.htm
Alan Berthoz is a noted researcher and author in physiology and perception.
Boiron Canada
Homeopathy research
http://www.boiron.ca/en/about-boiron/research/
EuroMov
Research hub focusing on medical sciences related to movement function in humans.
International Society for Posture and Gait Research
International society for research relating to posture and movement. Includes the latest research and clinical findings on function and disorders.
National Institute of Health, Neuroscience
The NIH is a US government research site. This page focuses on neuroscience.
The Neurosciences Institute
A top research institute relating to the neurosciences.
Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society
The Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society (UHMS) is an international, non-profit organization serving over 2,400 members from more than 50 countries. The UHMS is the primary source of scientific information for diving and hyperbaric medicine physiology worldwide.
Wiki Definition of Biophotonics
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biophotonics
A Wikipedia definition of biophotonics.
Professional and Medical Societies
CTCMA
http://www.ctcma.bc.ca/intro.asp
Regulatory body for Chinese medicine and Acupuncture practitioners. Link goes to page that describes Chinese medicine.
QATCMA
http://www.qatcma.org/home.html
Association of acupuncturists and practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
