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How I Can Tweeze My Eyebrows as a Quad
Watch this video on how, as a C6-7 SCI, I figured out how I can tweeze my eyebrows as a quad. Just because I have
August 1, 2021
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-A wheelchair has taken me places I never dared to imagine.-
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Simone Biles, a Pressure Cooker, and One Thing I’m Sure Of
A high-pressure environment can be difficult for anyone to manage. Add in an internal burden for perfection you place on yourself to millions of people
July 27, 2021
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independence
How Do You Define Independence?
How do you define independence? Does independence mean you are not reliant on anyone or any mobility device? I believe independence is something greater than
June 25, 2021
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Spinal Cord Injury Survivor Job Description
I often tell people that a spinal cord injury is so much more than the inability to walk. Many people don’t “get” everything that’s involved
June 1, 2021
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relationships
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
May 9, 2021
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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
May 2, 2021
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emotional impact of sci
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
March 27, 2021
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accessible kitchen
Quadly Cooking: Middle Eastern Chili (Video)
What happens when you’re having “one of those days”? Well, something incredibly tasty might just be in store. This video is proof that even on
March 13, 2021
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activities of daily living
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
February 28, 2021
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advocacy
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
February 21, 2021
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How I Can Tweeze My Eyebrows as a Quad
August 1, 2021
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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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