Archive Monthly Archives: August 2019
Exoskeletons for Individuals with Spinal Cord Injuries
There’s no doubt that a spinal cord injury (SCI) can have a significant impact on an individual’s life. The spine is essentially the lynchpin for all our movement. Messages are sent to and from the
Continue readingC1 and C2 Spinal Cord Injuries
The spinal cord is an enormously complex structure that helps transmit nerve impulses from the brain to the rest the of body, controlling movement and body functions. There are 33 different segments of
Continue readingDriving Following a Spinal Cord Injury: Is it Possible?
Spinal cord injuries (SCI) can have a huge impact on any individual who sustains one. A serious SCI generally results in loss of mobility in one or several parts of the body, depending on where the damage
Continue readingBladder Management Following a Spinal Cord Injury
The spinal cord is a vital part of the human body, responsible for transmitting messages to and from the brain. Damage to this delicate structure can have life-changing consequences for the individual
Continue readingSpinal Cord Injury Prevention
The spinal cord is one of the most intricate, important and delicate structures of the body. Running from the base of the skull down the middle of the back, it’s responsible for transmitting messages
Continue readingWhat Makes a Venue Accessible?
Wheelchair access and the design and development of accessible venues have come a long way in the last couple of decades. Changes to legislation and the willingness of business to adapt means that individuals
Continue readingWhy Do Giraffes and Humans Have the Same Number of Neck Bones?
The world is populated with an amazingly diverse animal kingdom, each species possessing its own unique features that help them survive and cope with their surroundings. There’s the cheetah with
Continue readingSpine Health: 10 Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Back
We all know that looking after our health is important. The good news is that we have access to all the information and resources we need today to make decisions on how to lead a healthy lifestyle. Bad
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