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Aug 17, 2022

Motor Vehicle Accident and Danielle MacDonald's initial symptoms

Danielle MacDonald was involved in a motor vehicle accident where she was the middle car between two cars and was rear-ended severely. She hit her orbital bone on the steering wheel, and her airbags did not deploy, resulting in damages to both the rear and front ends of her car. Danielle experienced various initial symptoms including neck pain, jaw pain, headaches, cranium pain, chest/rib discomfort, concussion symptoms, sound and light sensitivity, fatigue, tinnitus, anxiety, and digestive issues. After the accident, there was also the presence of nausea, headaches, shooting pain behind her left eye, tiredness, tinnitus, a sore jaw, and anxiety. She mentioned grinding or clenching of her teeth, which worsened since the accident. She has been taking Advil and Tylenol for pain relief.

Danielle MacDonald had earlier accidents in 2020 that caused hip and lower back pain, which were treated by a chiropractor. This accident led to various injuries and symptoms which necessitated medication for pain relief.
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Oct 17, 2022

Initial Medical Assessment of Danielle MacDonald

The initial medical assessment of Danielle MacDonald was conducted. Various past and current medical conditions, including musculoskeletal pain and stiffness, osteoarthritis, open wounds, skin conditions, heart disease, and both high and low blood pressure were reported. Details of Danielle's personal injury, specifically a concussion, were discussed.

Danielle MacDonald, a lawyer, has suffered a concussion. It caused various symptoms such as difficulty reading and recalling information, visual fatigue, difficulty concentrating, reduced sleep quality, anxiety while driving, tinnitus, difficulty with depth perception, brain fog, and mobility challenges. It also heightened her anxiety and depression symptoms.
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Oct 25, 2022

Release of Confidential Information by Danielle MacDonald

A signed document authorizing the release of confidential information was sent from pt Health Gladstone to MacGillivray Injury and Insurance Law.

The document was signed by the claimant, Danielle MacDonald.
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Nov 03, 2022

Initial Assessment of Patient's Condition

An initial assessment was done for Danielle MacDonald, where she reported severe symptoms of depression and was found to be completely disabled according to the Headache Disability Index. Problems with visual processing and memory were noted, affecting her performance on relevant cognitive tests.

Danielle MacDonald shows severe depression symptoms, complete disability on the Headache Disability Index, problems with visual processing, and memory issues.
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Jan 24, 2023

Danielle MacDonald's MVA Physiotherapy Concussion treatment, Osteopath Treatment, and Appointments at pt Health and Wellness Centre Gladstone Halifax

Danielle MacDonald presented at the pt Health and Wellness Centre for a MVA Physiotherapy Concussion treatment. She had been experiencing headaches, which were reported to be subsiding as a result of the treatment. Her treatment included several forms of therapy, such as chiropractic, massage therapy, occupational therapy, acupuncture, and spinal manipulation. Danielle agreed to attend 3 sessions per week as part of the treatment plan. She also gave consent for the release of her medical information and confirmed her personal details. MacDonald had a history of chiropractic and physiotherapy treatment. Additionally, she had a 60-minute MVA Osteopath Treatment. At this appointment, she reported discomfort and pain in her neck and difficulties settling in her work chair. She also reported of sore and tired eyes from exposure to computer screens and described feelings of dizziness and nausea that required her to lie down for symptom relief. Symptoms like sound and light sensitivity, headaches, tiredness, and a sore jaw persisted. She had appointments with Purva Trivedi and Sophie Arsenault.

Danielle MacDonald was receiving MVA physiotherapy concussion treatment due to headache issues. MacDonald was found to be responding well to the therapy, which encompassed a wide variety of treatments including, chiropractic, massage therapy, occupational therapy, acupuncture, and spinal manipulation. She agreed to a treatment plan involving 3 therapy sessions weekly. MacDonald provided her consent for the release of her medical information and verified her personal information. She has a medical history of undergoing chiropractic and physiotherapy treatments. Danielle had started working half days at this point after her accident. She had sought aids like a lumbar pillow, shoulder straps, and special earplugs named Loop to mitigate her symptoms. Her symptoms seemed to elevate with physical activity like swimming. The treatment focuses on her concussion, a serious injury sustained from the accident. The medical appointment and treatment validates the physical injuries following the accident.
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Danielle MacDonald presented at the pt Health and Wellness Centre for a MVA Physiotherapy Concussion treatment. She had been experiencing headaches, which were reported to be subsiding as a result of the treatment. Her treatment included several forms of therapy, such as chiropractic, massage therapy, occupational therapy, acupuncture, and spinal manipulation. Danielle agreed to attend 3 sessions per week as part of the treatment plan. She also gave consent for the release of her medical information and confirmed her personal details. MacDonald had a history of chiropractic and physiotherapy treatment. Additionally, she had a 60-minute MVA Osteopath Treatment. At this appointment, she reported discomfort and pain in her neck and difficulties settling in her work chair. She also reported of sore and tired eyes from exposure to computer screens and described feelings of dizziness and nausea that required her to lie down for symptom relief. Symptoms like sound and light sensitivity, headaches, tiredness, and a sore jaw persisted. She had appointments with Purva Trivedi and 
Sophie Arsenault.

Danielle MacDonald was receiving MVA physiotherapy concussion treatment due to headache issues. MacDonald was found to be responding well to the therapy, which encompassed a wide variety of treatments including, chiropractic, massage therapy, occupational therapy, acupuncture, and spinal manipulation. She agreed to a treatment plan involving 3 therapy sessions weekly. MacDonald provided her consent for the release of her medical information and verified her personal information. She has a medical history of undergoing chiropractic and physiotherapy treatments. Danielle had started working half days at this point after her accident. She had sought aids like a lumbar pillow, shoulder straps, and special earplugs named Loop to mitigate her symptoms. Her symptoms seemed to elevate with physical activity like swimming. The treatment focuses on her concussion, a serious injury sustained from the accident. The medical appointment and treatment validates the physical injuries following the accident.

Feb 02, 2023

Two appointments and Physical Treatment for Concussion and Neck Injury at pt Health and Wellness Centre Gladstone

Danielle MacDonald had two separate appointments in the center on the same day. She received Osteopath Treatment from Sophie Arsenault at 13:15 and then MVA Physiotherapy Concussion TX from Purva Trivedi at 14:15. She visited the centre for physiotherapy and osteopath treatments.

The primary therapist listed was Purva Trivedi with treatment assistance from Sophie Arsenault. The treatment was for her concussion and neck injury which are the primary causes for the personal injury claim. Continuing treatment indicates ongoing physical complications following the accident.
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Feb 03, 2023

Health Invoice from pt Health Gladstone

pt Health Gladstone prepared an invoice for Danielle MacDonald's treatment costing $36.80.

The invoice was prepared by pt Health Gladstone and sent to MacGillivray Injury and Insurance Law, showing a financial demand for the injuries suffered.
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Feb 27, 2023

Follow-up MVA Osteopath Treatment and Observations, Medical Records Request, Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Involving Danielle MacDonald, Post-assessment and Recommendation, First Follow-up and Cognitive Testing and Second Follow up and Memory Testing

Danielle MacDonald had another appointment for MVA Osteopath Treatment. Here, she reported a continuation of her symptoms, including sound sensitivity, light sensitivity, headaches, tiredness, shooting pain behind her left eye, a sore jaw, and grinding or clenching of her teeth, which worsened while sleeping and driving. She also described anxiety attacks triggered by certain situations and digestive issues, requiring her to see a naturopath. On the same day, pt Health Gladstone faxed a document to MacGillivray Injury and Insurance Law, requesting a complete chart of Danielle's medical history. Furthermore, Danielle got into a motor vehicle accident following which she experienced various physical and psychological symptoms. While she had previously had hip and lower back pain from a previous accident in 2020, she had been treated by a chiropractor and was feeling better until the MVA occurred. Following this instance, she sought osteopath treatment for 60 minutes, in addition to seeing a physician. She had appointments at the pt Health and Wellness Centre Gladstone Halifax post the accident. Her symptoms ranged from physical complaints such as neck stiffness, sore jaw, fatigue, headaches, sensitivity to sound and light, and digestive issues, to psychological ones such as anxiety, sleep disturbances, and clenching and grinding teeth. She reported getting dizzy and nauseous performing activities like using double screens at work or walking upstairs. She also reported some level of relief with the use of glasses and swimming. Following the follow-up, a post-assessment summary recommended Occupational Therapy intervention for Danielle MacDonald to address her psychosocial concerns and facilitate her return to work. Finally, Cognitive Testing was also carried out. Danielle underwent the Hopkins Verbal Learning Test that showed limitations in verbal learning and memory. Furthermore, the Comprehensive Trail-Making Test (CTMT) also indicated problems with her visual processing capability.

Ongoing treatments from physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and a naturopath were noted. Danielle was represented by an attorney since June of the previous year. The fax included the file reference number 14502 and it was sent with the aim of providing comprehensive details of the claimant's injury. Prior to this, Danielle already had hip and lower back pain from a previous accident in 2020. Danielle sought a mix of treatments including general treatment, myofascial release, sensorial treatment, spinal adjustment, and craniosacral treatment in reaction to her symptoms. She also experienced dizziness and nausea during certain activities and found relief using glasses and swimming. She also worked with a lawyer and received treatment from a physiotherapist, occupational therapist, naturopath, and psychologist. An occupational therapist, Nicole Kelly, recommended an ergonomic assessment owing to Danielle's condition. She was treated at the pt Health and Wellness Centre Gladstone Halifax and her primary referring healthcare professional was Sophie Arsenault. Occupational Therapy intervention was recommended to address psychosocial concerns and to assist in return-to-work plans. Minimal cognitive impairment, errors in abstraction, and delayed recall, along with problems in visual processing, were identified. Tests used include CTMT. The Hopkins Verbal Learning Test showed limitations in Danielle's verbal learning and memory.
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Danielle MacDonald had another appointment for MVA Osteopath Treatment. Here, she reported a continuation of her symptoms, including sound sensitivity, light sensitivity, headaches, tiredness, shooting pain behind her left eye, a sore jaw, and grinding or clenching of her teeth, which worsened while sleeping and driving. She also described anxiety attacks triggered by certain situations and digestive issues, requiring her to see a naturopath. On the same day, pt Health Gladstone faxed a document to MacGillivray Injury and Insurance Law, requesting a complete chart of Danielle's medical history. Furthermore, Danielle got into a motor vehicle accident following which she experienced various physical and psychological symptoms. While she had previously had hip and lower back pain from a previous accident in 2020, she had been treated by a chiropractor and was feeling better until the MVA occurred. Following this instance, she sought osteopath treatment for 60 minutes, in addition to seeing a physician. She had appointments at the pt Health and Wellness Centre Gladstone Halifax post the accident. Her symptoms ranged from physical complaints such as neck stiffness, sore jaw, fatigue, headaches, sensitivity to sound and light, and digestive issues, to psychological ones such as anxiety, sleep disturbances, and clenching and grinding teeth. She reported getting dizzy and nauseous performing activities like using double screens at work or walking upstairs. She also reported some level of relief with the use of glasses and swimming. Following the follow-up, a post-assessment summary recommended Occupational Therapy intervention for Danielle MacDonald to address her psychosocial concerns and facilitate her return to work. Finally, Cognitive Testing was also carried out. Danielle underwent the Hopkins Verbal Learning Test that showed limitations in verbal learning and memory. Furthermore, the Comprehensive Trail-Making Test (CTMT) also indicated problems with her visual processing capability.

Ongoing treatments from physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and a naturopath were noted. Danielle was represented by an attorney since June of the previous year. The fax included the file reference number 14502 and it was sent with the aim of providing comprehensive details of the claimant's injury. Prior to this, Danielle already had hip and lower back pain from a previous accident in 2020. Danielle sought a mix of treatments including general treatment, myofascial release, sensorial treatment, spinal adjustment, and craniosacral treatment in reaction to her symptoms. She also experienced dizziness and nausea during certain activities and found relief using glasses and swimming. She also worked with a lawyer and received treatment from a physiotherapist, occupational therapist, naturopath, and psychologist. An occupational therapist, Nicole Kelly, recommended an ergonomic assessment owing to Danielle's condition. She was treated at the pt Health and Wellness Centre Gladstone Halifax and her primary referring healthcare professional was Sophie Arsenault. Occupational Therapy intervention was recommended to address psychosocial concerns and to assist in return-to-work plans. Minimal cognitive impairment, errors in abstraction, and delayed recall, along with problems in visual processing, were identified. Tests used include CTMT. The Hopkins Verbal Learning Test showed limitations in Danielle's verbal learning and memory.

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Therapeutic Effects and Symptoms Updates

Danielle MacDonald provided subjective and objective information about her symptoms and progress during her visits to pt Health and Wellness Centre Gladstone.

She reported improvements but also described ongoing issues such as dizziness, nausea, tiredness, headache, and jaw soreness. It demonstrates both the impact of the injuries on her everyday life and the progress of her recovery.
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Feb 27 2023 PT Health Chart- D MacDonald