Damage to your spinal cord may cause a loss or decrease of control over different body parts. As breathing is controlled by muscle action you may experience difficulty in respiring. Being unable to inhale and exhale completely, and losing the capacity to cough can lead to the development of infections in the lungs and even […]

Berlin is a real cosmopolitan city, with a flare of hustle and bustle that will keep even the most sporadic of minds captivated. Divided into sections, four of which are big enough to be a city in their own right, Berlin is a sprawling metropolis of varying activity and dynamic – with a sense of […]

Last month, renowned physicist, cosmologist, author and Cambridge professor Stephen Hawking passed away aged 76. Arguably the world’s most famous and influential scientist, Hawking changed the way people thought about the universe. Having made numerous important scientific discoveries, Hawking also published books which made this information easily accessible to a wider public. However, Stephen Hawking […]

The Invacare LiNX system makes Invacare powerchairs sophisticated, smart, and reliable. The cutting-edge LiNX technology has an insight inspired control system that learns over time. It also has a modular design that allows the system to be expanded, updated, and tailored to your changing needs. This makes the Invacare LiNX system futureproof and always up-to-date. […]

A device used to move a patient from place to place is important. Therefore, when choosing a hoist and sling it is important to be aware of what is available and the factors you need to take into consideration before making your selection. Hoists There are several different types of hoists all designed for people […]

Sport is an essential part of any active and healthy lifestyle. It’s essential to strike a balance between work, play and exercise, in order to maintain overall good health. Diet is also a key factor, but for the purposes of this article we’ll be focusing mainly on sport and more specifically, how to get into […]

You might have come across some SCI terms but have no idea what they mean. Read on for some SCI skin-related terms. Pressure Injury You may have come across terms such as pressure ulcer, bedsore, decubitus ulcer and pressure sore. All of these are alternative names for pressure injury. A pressure injury is a damage […]

Applying for a new job is daunting enough st the best of times, but applying for a new job when you’re an individual with a disability can often take things to a whole new level. Sure, there are several anti-discrimination acts in place all around Europe to help minorities such as those with a disability […]

Vera Almeida has a goal. For her 40th birthday, she wants to travel to 40 different countries. Not only that, she plans to accomplish this goal in about six months. Vera sees this trip as a celebration. It’s a perfect way and time to defy her fears and test her boundaries. Vera Almeida Vera lives […]

Have you ever wanted to visit Romania but didn’t know what is accessible there? Well fear no more – here’s your chance to find out more about what accessible goodies Romania has in store! During this summer, I was lucky enough to be invited to visit Romania by the awesome folks at Sano Touring, and […]