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Understanding Spinal Cord Injury

An important new factsheet offers a basic understanding of the functions of the spinal cord and how they might change after injury.

Mar 10, 2015
Did You REALLY Get Enough Rehab?

Jeff Shannon, disability rights writer and FacingDisability.com contributor, argues that the lack of rehab amounts to "criminal neglect."

Jul 24, 2013
A New Spin on the Classic Wheelchair

Scientists in Japan have people buzzing about their new take on the classic wheelchair. The prototype navigates curbs and climbs stairs.

Oct 24, 2012
Driving with a Spinal Cord Injury

In an excited rush for independence, people with SCI may decide to purchase a vehicle before knowing what adaptive equipment they need.

Jul 27, 2012
Wheelchair travel
Traveling with a spinal cord injury

Travel is not only possible, but with the right planning and execution, it can be a thoroughly enjoyable, rewarding experience.

Jan 9, 2012
Rewalk Robotics
“Will I ever walk again?”

The first questions almost everybody asks after a spinal cord injury.

Oct 11, 2011
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