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JLo replied to topic: What motivates you to workout??
As I am able-bodied, I often think of all the people I know living with spinal cord injuries as I am taking dance classes that can no longer feel the muscles I do when I stretch. When my teacher says ...
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KristinMc created topic: What motivates you to workout??
I think we could all use a little motivation to get moving... what is yours?
Selvina replied to topic: Stories on Caregiving
Hi, I couldn't read the article "Daughters bear brunt of caregiving". Could you please send it to me? Thanks.
trainmanj replied to topic: Any other parents out there of kids with SCI. My child is 9
I'm not a parent, but I've been a quad since age 3, so I know some of what your daughter is going through. I also work with kids, some with SCI, and am in contact with a number of SCI parents....
Natalie replied to topic: Any other parents out there of kids with SCI. My child is 9
Hey Moms and Dads--- I have a thought...I think my kid would definitely benifit from meeting/skyping with another child who is going through some of the same stuff she is. She's been having some ...
Selvina replied to topic: Glenn Campbell -- 27 your post SCI
Hi, Glenn. I'm Selvina. I'm going to read your book. Have a good afternoom.
Glenn created topic: Glenn Campbell -- 27 your post SCI
In 1985, at the age of 16, I collided with an automobile while riding my bicycle. My spine was severed at C5/C6. I recently published a book I Wouldn't Change a Thing. It was written with the h...
Gerthro created topic: Reeve Foundation Organizes Meeting with Secretary Sebelius and the Disability Community
On April 27th 2012 the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation organized a meeting with Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius and leaders in the disability community. Matthew Reeve,...
nanaboombala replied to topic: Solitude and Loneliness
Okay Dan.......an open heart..........a sense of kindness........and curiosity ! I'm gonna try it.......see what happens.....and get back to you. It all sounds.......right !

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Glenn Campbell -- 27 your post SCI

on: Saturday, May 19, 2012 2:59 PM

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Healing the Mind and Heart

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Solitude and Loneliness

on: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 7:10 PM

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Lose It

on: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 5:30 PM

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Sports / Recreation / Travel / Hobbies

From wheelchair basketball to conquering the Coliseum, what are you doing to fun?

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the best town for wheelchairs

on: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 9:39 AM

by: Gerthro

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New Paralysis

Learning that you, a family member or friend has gotten a spinal cord injury is devastating and overwhelming news.

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I don't know how to help boyfriend, please help me help him

on: Friday, May 11, 2012 6:38 PM

by: Amy

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Caregiving

Caregivers, the men and women who care for family members and loved ones, play a vital role in the lives of people with paralysis. Share the challenges and the joys, or just sound off.

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Stories on Caregiving

on: Sunday, May 20, 2012 5:03 PM

by: Selvina

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Rehabilitation and Recovery

How do you choose the right rehab center? What is a physiatrist? When will your rehabilitation begin?

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How far (time frame) past initial injury is 'progress' possible?

on: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 1:23 PM

by: Debra