Spinal Cord Injury Blog

Central Cord Syndrome

July 9, 2020
/ Spinal Cord Information
/ By ithelpdesk

Spinal cord injuries affect the body in various ways. These types of injury are classified according to the level on which the damage occurs and whether it is considered complete or incomplete. Complete

Spinal Cord Injury Range of Motion Exercises

June 23, 2020
/ Spinal Cord Injury Care
/ By ithelpdesk

We all know that exercise is important and we should try to do enough of it each week to remain fit and healthy. Exercise is also really important for individuals who have sustained a spinal cord injury

Heterotopic Ossification and Spinal Cord Injuries

June 10, 2020
/ Spinal Cord Information
/ By ithelpdesk

There are several secondary complications and conditions associated with spinal cord injuries. They include issues such as impaired bladder function and autonomic dysreflexia, a potentially dangerous

How to Make a Home More Wheelchair Accessible

March 29, 2020
/ Spinal Cord Injury Care
/ By ithelpdesk

If someone is now using a wheelchair and wants to live more comfortably in their home, then some adjustments will probably have to be made. Creating a wheelchair accessible home, however, can be easier

Yoga Following a Spinal Cord Injury

March 22, 2020
/ Spinal Cord Injury Recovery
/ By ithelpdesk

Those who have sustained a spinal cord injury and suffer from paralysis may think they can’t enjoy all the physical activities they used to. Whilst some injuries may indeed prevent someone from taking

Aqua Therapy Following a Spinal Cord Injury

March 13, 2020
/ Spinal Cord Injury Recovery
/ By ithelpdesk

There’s no doubt that rehabilitation following a spinal cord injury (SCI) can be a long and challenging process for the individual concerned. There are several types of therapy which have shown to be

Useful Online SCI Communities You May Have Missed

March 5, 2020
/ Spinal Cord Injury Care
/ By ithelpdesk

The biggest technological revolution over the last couple of decades has undoubtedly been the internet. It has given us access to millions of pieces of information, entertainment and other resources.

Lumbar Spinal Cord Injuries Explained

February 28, 2020
/ Spinal Cord Information
/ By ithelpdesk

The prognosis of any spinal cord injury (SCI) largely depends on factors such as the level at which it has occurred, the severity of the damage and whether the injury is considered complete or incomplete.

Spinal Cord Injury Fatigue

February 20, 2020
/ Spinal Cord Injury Care
/ By ithelpdesk

One common issue associated with spinal cord injuries (SCI) is fatigue. It can affect an individual with an SCI regardless of the level of their injury and whether or not the it is classified as complete