Archive Monthly Archives: April 2019
Spasticity Following a Spinal Cord Injury
If you have sustained a spinal cord injury (SCI), you may be challenged by a whole range of symptoms. Because the spinal cord is involved in transmitting vital signals to and from the brain, damage in
Continue reading8 of the Best Wheelchair Accessible Beaches in the World
Wheelchair accessible beaches are more common than you might think. Many countries around the world have really begun to understand that great locations should be open to everyone. That’s good news if
Continue readingWhat is Spinal Shock?
Because of their nature, spinal cord injuries give rise to a wide range of symptoms. One of the most common of these symptoms is spinal shock, where patients suffer a temporary or permanent loss of their
Continue readingSpinal Cord Injury Diet and Nutrition Tips
We all know that healthy eating is important. Not only does food change the way we feel and look, it also has a role to play in biological processes such as our immune response. The value of good nutrition
Continue readingWhat is Spinal Contusion?
The spinal cord connects the brain with the rest of the body and helps controls our movement, monitors sensations and delivers vital autonomic functions to facilitate things such as keeping our heart beating,
Continue readingSpinal Cord Injury Travel Tips
Spinal cord injuries can vary in terms of severity, but in the case of serious injuries, there may be life-changing consequences a result. The good news is there is plenty of support out there and there
Continue readingHow Many People Have Spinal Cord Injuries?
The risk of spinal cord injury is something we all live with and is more common than many think. Damage to the bones can cartilage of the spine, and the nerves they protect, can lead to life-changing and
Continue readingWhat is the Function of the Spinal Cord?
Everyone knows the skeleton, with all its bones and joints, is the sturdy frame on which our bodies hang. The spine is one of the most important parts of this structure, but it is far more than just a
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