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To Moms of Children with Spinal Cord Injuries
On my birthday several years ago, my thoughts turned to my mom. I realized at 45, my mom was three years into having a 19-year-old
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What is a pressure sore? (Video)
Pressure sores and spinal cord injuries are an unfortunate pairing. Watch this video to learn the who, what, where, and why of pressures sores. And
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How I Lost and Found My Identity
According to Merriam-Webster, identity is defined as “who someone is; the distinguishing character or personality of an individual.” Is it possible to lose your identity? I
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How Does a Quad Put in Contacts?
Have you ever wondered how a quad with limited hand and finger function puts in contacts? Probably not. But now that you are thinking about
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Why Do People with Disabilities Still Not Have Equal Access to Medical Care?
No one will argue that people with disabilities should have equal access to medical care. After an appointment with a doctor left with me incorrect
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What is Autonomic Dysreflexia? (Video)
Blood pressure. Temperature regulation. Heart rate. Did you know all these functions are affected with a higher level spinal cord injury? And have you ever
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Bladder and Bowel Care After Spinal Cord Injury (Video)
I know you want to ask… How does someone with a spinal cord injury go to the bathroom? Peeing and pooping is a part of
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What You Need to Know About Insuring a Modified Vehicle
Congratulations! You’re ready to start driving with modifications and/or hand controls. What do you need to know about insuring a modified vehicle? I’ve been driving
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The Importance of Cardio Workouts with a Spinal Cord Injury
Getting a good cardio workout with a spinal cord injury can be difficult, but it’s very important. After years of living with a spinal cord
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How a Quadriplegic Gets Dressed (Video)
After a spinal cord injury, quads and paras need to re-learn how to live life. Getting dressed is one thing to figure out. I’d said
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After a spinal cord injury at 16, I discovered that a wheelchair could take me places I never dared to imagined.
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How I Can Tweeze My Eyebrows as a Quad
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What is a pressure sore? (Video)
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Quadly Cooking: Middle Eastern Chili (Video)
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How Does a Quad Put in Contacts?
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