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Keeping and Strengthening Friendships Post-Injury

A spinal cord injury can change friendships — in some cases making them stronger, and in other cases, causing them to end abruptly.

Apr 5, 2016
Bowel Programs for Spinal Cord Injury

A new Factsheet that summarizes the latest medical advice about dealing with bowel health after a spinal cord injury has just been issued.

Mar 29, 2016
Actor Uses Exoskeleton Onstage

Michael Patrick Thornton is getting rave reviews for his performance as Shakespeare's Richard III while wearing an exoskeleton.

Mar 15, 2016
Can an Unorthodox Operation Reverse Paraplegia?

“One Small Step,” focuses on the story of Darek Fidyka, who has regained the ability to walk while wearing leg braces.

Jan 23, 2016
Paralyzed Officer Retails Applesauce

Jim Mullen, a City of Chicago police officer paralyzed in the line of duty, has created a business selling his mother's famous applesauce.

Jul 31, 2015
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
Paralyzed Man Uses Brainwaves to Move Hand

Ian Burkhart, 23, recently became the first person with quadriplegia to move his wrist and hand using the power of his brain.

Jul 9, 2014
Remembering Jeff Shannon

A photo montage from the memorial service of Jeff Shannon, whose true, honest and beautifully written posts have been featured on FacingDisability.com

Mar 18, 2014
From Manual to Motorized: When It’s Time to Change Wheelchairs

Jeff Shannon's thoughtful commentary on his struggle with the motorized vs. manual wheelchair issue.

Nov 21, 2013
2012 Paralympics Draws a Crowd

The 2012 Paralympics in London drew the largest crowds ever recorded for Paralympic events.

Sep 7, 2012
Bride and Groom
Spinal Cord Injury: A Wife’s Perspective

Two years ago, I married the man with the prettiest blue eyes I could find. He’s smart. He’s funny. He’s sweet. He’s handsome. And he gets me.

Jan 23, 2012
man with paraplegia
What is a Spinal Cord Injury?

A spinal cord injury (SCI) is damage or trauma to the spinal cord that causes loss of movement and feeling below the site of the injury.

Oct 26, 2011
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