After sustaining a spinal cord injury, you may not be able to eat the same way you used to. Before changing your diet, you should talk to your doctor, and maybe even a nutritionist or dietician. It can be hard to change our eating habits, but it is important to look at your new lifestyle […]

Whether you have been using your wheelchair for so long that you’re a pro, or you’re just getting started learning how to maneuver, you should keep in mind the safety recommendations for your wheelchair. No matter how comfortable you are in your chair, you should always make safety your priority. Staying safe and healthy ensures […]

It is not unusual for someone with a spinal cord injury (SCI) to take multiple medications. These medications help combat changes that may have occurred in your body. Keeping track of all your medications, and when and how you should take them, can be a big task. Whether you are the one doing the organizing, […]

After sustaining a spinal cord injury, your loved one will go through a lot of different emotions. This kind of injury is life changing, and it can be even more difficult to navigate if the circumstances were also traumatic. Everyone processes their emotions and experiences differently, but typically they all go through multiple stages as […]

Cooking from a wheelchair can be difficult, especially if your home environment has not yet been adapted. Reaching things from a seated position is hard, and if you have limited upper body function or spastic muscles, that can add even more challenges. That’s why we have collected some adaptive cooking tips to help you get […]

Life with a spinal cord injury is different. And it can be challenging. Your old way of doing things is in the past, and you must figure out your new normal. This transition can bring with it a lot of emotions. Your emotions are valid- even the uncomfortable ones such as sadness or anger. But […]

Are you the kind of person who dislikes asking for help? Some people find it harder to do than others. But when you have a spinal cord injury (especially at first) you may need to ask for a lot of help. Some of the things you were able to do before your injury you may […]

If your spinal cord injury is relatively new, you may still be learning the meaning of unfamiliar medical terms that you’ve never heard before. To give you a head start on learning some of these words, here is a list of terms that are frequently used. Doctors and Therapists Neurosurgeon a specialist who does surgery […]

Is it ever a good option to rent a wheelchair? If you already have a reliable chair, you may think this is something you would never need to do. But there are several scenarios where renting a wheelchair makes a lot of sense, whether you do it out of necessity, or just for convenience. When […]

As a wheelchair user, the time may come when you have to choose which wheelchair ramps for cars may be the best for you to use. There are several factors to consider. In this article, we will break down the major questions you should ask yourself (and the dealer) about wheelchair ramps for cars. The […]