"Understanding Spinal Cord Injury," was developed as a basic resource to help prepare caregivers in the daily lives of people with spinal cord injury.
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“Sitting Pretty:”
Innovative One-Book Selection In offering everyday stories of her life, she aims to show the eye-opening details of living with a disability. Oct 4, 2023![]()
Rehabilitation Leader, Lisa Rosen 1968-2023
Lisa Rosen peacefully passed away on September 26, 2023. Lisa was the head of the Life Center at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab. She devoted her career t Oct 3, 2023![]()
Amtrak Developing New Standards For Train Accessibility
Amtrak's proposed "Alternative Design Standards" are aimed at making the entire train experience more accessible. Sep 6, 2023![]()
Promising New Research:
Modified Stem Cells Reduce Spinal Cord Injury Damage Modified human stem cells may provide a new avenue for repairing damaged spinal cord nerves. Sep 5, 2023![]()
He Admired Her ‘Grit and Grace.’ She Was Struck by His Kindness.
Ms. Scalesse and Mr. Nguyen were married June 2 at Rule of Thirds, a Japanese restaurant and event space in Brooklyn, in front of 181 guests. Sep 5, 2023![]()
New Findings: Impact of Spinal Cord Tethering Depends on Age and SCI Severity
Symptomatic spinal cord tethering is a condition where the spinal cord becomes attached or stuck to surrounding tissues. Aug 2, 2023![]()
Unstoppable: Paralyzed Woman Pursuing Master’s Degree While in Veteran’s Hospital
Ashley Williams is a retired US Air Force veteran whose life took an unexpected turn after a spinal cord injury resulted in quadriplegia. Aug 1, 2023![]()
Coming Soon: Flying with a Power Wheelchair Inside the Plane
Though still only a prototype, the design is already generating significant buzz among wheelchair users. Jun 30, 2023![]()
Quadriplegic Mother of Twins – Dani’s Extraordinary Journey
Dani Izzie and her husband, Rudy, insist there's nothing really extraordinary about how they're raising their twin girls. Jun 30, 2023![]()
Brain Implants Allow Paralyzed Man to Walk Using His Thoughts
In a new study, researchers describe a device that connects the intentions of a paralyzed patient to his physical movements. Jun 5, 2023![]()
Immune System Discovery Could Lead to Better Spinal Injury Treatments
UVA researchers say immune system discoveries could lead to new therapies to help heal spinal cord injuries. Jun 5, 2023 |