Proactive pressure management is about considering the risks to skin integrity before areas of damage occur.   For those most vulnerable to development of pressure damage it is essential that you consider ensuring systems, routines and equipment such as an Invacare mattress are used to minimise that risk. What is the result of not proactively […]

One of the most important things you will have to do after a spinal cord injury is to take care of your skin. You will need to protect it from pressure ulcers and other types of injuries and breakdowns. If you smoke, then this will make your health risks even greater. Smoking can be harmful […]

Radicular pain is a common problem that accompanies spinal cord injury (SCI). Experiencing radicular pain is frustrating, but the good news is that it can be treated. If you have radicular pain, it is helpful to understand it. This article will explain what it is and what causes it, as well as the typical solutions […]

After a spinal cord injury, you may find it hard to sleep. This could be for several different reasons. Your body has physically changed, and you may have trouble with pain, breathing, or general discomfort. Your mind may also be racing, as you think about your new life, the adjustments you need to make, and […]

A spinal cord injury (SCI) is a life-changing event. Things will never completely go back to the way they once were, and many changes may be taking place with your physical condition and your emotions. Because of this, you may find it hard to cope with everyday life. According to the World Health Organization, “Most […]

After sustaining a spinal cord injury, your life might include multiple doctors appointments. That can diminish with time, but when the injury is new, you may find yourself making the rounds to a variety of specialists, frequently. Because of this, remembering what each doctor does and what they have said can be confusing. You may […]

The transition from hospital to home often focuses on making sure you have proper care lined up and follow up appointments scheduled. There was probably some degree of preparation made based on the suggestions of the hospital and your carers. However, after arriving home, there will be additional things you can do to make the […]

After a spinal cord injury (SCI), one of the last things you may be thinking about is your shoes. But your feet will require just as much care as other parts of your body affected by the injury. Some people end up wearing orthotics, which comes with its own set of shoe considerations. Other people […]

There are three types of signals that are carried from your body to your brain through your spinal cord. The three signals are: Sensory- signals that evoke feelings like temperature, touch, pain, and pressure Motor- signals that cause voluntary movements Reflex- signals that cause involuntary movements. The different types of signals are sent out and […]

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 […]