Michael Patrick Thornton is getting rave reviews for his performance as Shakespeare's Richard III while wearing an exoskeleton.
Mar 15, 2016
Actor Uses Exoskeleton Onstage
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
New Beginning for Vets With ReWalk
The ReWalk system is a robotic exoskeleton that allows individuals with certain types of paralysis to stand and walk. Jan 11, 2016
Sex After Spinal Cord Injury
A recent update to Wikipedia’s entry on “Sexual Function After Spinal Cord Injury” has created a valuable online resource on the subject. Oct 22, 2015
Pain After Spinal Cord Injury
A new factsheet that summarizes the latest medical advice about dealing with pain after SCI has just been released. Nov 14, 2014
What Recovery Means to a Former Olympic Swimmer
Gold medalist Amy Van Dyken-Rouen talks about her road to recovery after a spinal cord injury. Sep 29, 2014
Roger Ebert’s TV Producer Creates FacingDisability.com
“Life Itself,” the new movie about Roger Ebert, prominently features Thea Flaum, the creator of his TV show and of FacingDisability.com. Jul 25, 2014
Paralyzed Legs “Reawaken”
A promising breakthrough in the treatment of long-term paralysis was revealed in a recent scientific study. May 12, 2014
FacingDisability Presents Survey Results
“The Changing Face of Spinal Cord Injury Education and Support in an Online World” was presented by FacingDisability at a recent medical conferen Apr 23, 2014
The Question of Cure: Does It Matter?
A provocative look at the issue of "waiting for a cure," by our blogger, Jeff Shannon. Jul 16, 2013
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF SPINAL CORD INJURY?
The major causes of spinal cord injuries in the U.S. remain relatively unchanged, according to a 2013 factsheet. Apr 26, 2013
NEW VIDEO “BRINGING AN IDEA TO LIFE ONLINE”
Video focuses on the five major "aha moments" in the year-long creation of FacingDisability.com Feb 13, 2013 |