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Batting injuries: Dr. Haward Fisher models The Back Strip, a harness aimed at reducing the risk of back injury.
Batting injuries: Dr. Haward Fisher models The Back Strip, a harness aimed at reducing the risk of back injury.

Batting injuries: Dr. Haward Fisher models The Back Strip, a harness aimed at reducing the risk of back injury.

Date2/3/1988
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0127317F
How it works: Dr. John MacKenzie, who recently retired as co-ordinator of the hand clinic at the Workers' Compensation Board's Downsview Rehabilitation Centre, uses a diagram to explain injuries to workers who are sent to the clinic for treatment. he hopes to continue his research into hand injuries.
How it works: Dr. John MacKenzie, who recently retired as co-ordinator of the hand clinic at the Workers' Compensation Board's Downsview Rehabilitation Centre, uses a diagram to explain injuries to workers who are sent to the clinic for treatment. he hopes to continue his research into hand injuries.
7/2/1985
High hopes: Ernie and Louise MacKay of Brampton have high expectations for their 23-year-old son Stephen, who has fought back from severe brain injuries suffered in a bar incident three years ago
High hopes: Ernie and Louise MacKay of Brampton have high expectations for their 23-year-old son Stephen, who has fought back from severe brain injuries suffered in a bar incident three years ago
7/1/1987
The eyes have it: Former world-ranked welter weight Sammy Luft sping, whose career ended in 1940 because of an injury in the ring, is examined by Toronto ophthalmologist Albert Cheskes. Following a study, Dr. Cheskes is concerned that a number of boxers may have suffered eye injuries but a re unaware of serious problems which could endanger their vision unless they seek help.
The eyes have it: Former world-ranked welter weight Sammy Luft sping, whose career ended in 1940 because of an injury in the ring, is examined by Toronto ophthalmologist Albert Cheskes. Following a study, Dr. Cheskes is concerned that a number of boxers may have suffered eye injuries but a re unaware of serious problems which could endanger their vision unless they seek help.
10/12/1987
Alzheimer's researchers: Dr. Donald stuss, left, and Dr. Guy Prouix are co-chairmen of symposium on head injuries and aging to be held April 26-27.
Alzheimer's researchers: Dr. Donald stuss, left, and Dr. Guy Prouix are co-chairmen of symposium on head injuries and aging to be held April 26-27.
4/15/1990
Friendly exchange: Deng Pufang, in wheelchair right, shakes hands with Dr. David Houlden of Sunnybrook Medical Centre who created machine to diagnose extent of spinal cord injuries. Deng, founder and director of the China Fund for the Handicapped, is on North American tour.
Friendly exchange: Deng Pufang, in wheelchair right, shakes hands with Dr. David Houlden of Sunnybrook Medical Centre who created machine to diagnose extent of spinal cord injuries. Deng, founder and director of the China Fund for the Handicapped, is on North American tour.
9/28/1987
David Shannon: Former student is suing the University of Waterloo over injuries he suffered in rugby practice.
David Shannon: Former student is suing the University of Waterloo over injuries he suffered in rugby practice.
4/16/1985
Larry Pulda and wife, Stephanie, Injuries kept him off work for six months
Larry Pulda and wife, Stephanie, Injuries kept him off work for six months
10/19/1972
Bob Firth: Executive director of Sports Medicine Ontario says hockey officials should take courses on sports injuries.
Bob Firth: Executive director of Sports Medicine Ontario says hockey officials should take courses on sports injuries.
11/2/1984
Robert Ellery 18, was crippled by a shot from a .22 rifle. An award from Criminal Injuries Compensation Board enabled the Uxbridge youth to buy this van, equipped with hand controls, wheelchair lift.
Robert Ellery 18, was crippled by a shot from a .22 rifle. An award from Criminal Injuries Compensation Board enabled the Uxbridge youth to buy this van, equipped with hand controls, wheelchair lift.
7/7/1977
Yrjo Heinonen shows his injuries claims six Helsinki policemen attacked him
Yrjo Heinonen shows his injuries claims six Helsinki policemen attacked him
4/4/1977
No more welts? Inventor James Croteau, right, demonstrates his new Blue Armadillo Padded shirt on Star reporter Damien Cox. The shirt will protect hockey players from back injuries
No more welts? Inventor James Croteau, right, demonstrates his new Blue Armadillo Padded shirt on Star reporter Damien Cox. The shirt will protect hockey players from back injuries
9/23/1987
Miraculous recovery: Shantel Freeman, 2, shows yesterday she has fought back from gruesome injuries after hurtling from a van
Miraculous recovery: Shantel Freeman, 2, shows yesterday she has fought back from gruesome injuries after hurtling from a van
12/12/1991