Getting Familiar with Autonomic Dysreflexia (AD)
December 15, 2023
An emergency issue in paralysis is Autonomic Dysreflexia more often called AD. This can occur in individuals with spinal cord injury from trauma OR... Read More
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The opinions expressed in these blogs are the author’s own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation.
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Pediatric Paralysis
November 24, 2023
The diagnosis of paralysis is a significant event for children, parents, and the entire unit of family and friends. Paralysis is the inability to... Read More
Educación de asistentes de cuidado personal
November 20, 2023
Encontrar a una persona que pueda ayudar con el cuidado personal puede resultar difícil. Algunos individuos tienen acceso a cuidadores profesionales... Read More
Biomarkers
November 17, 2023
There are a lot of new medical terms being developed in this time of explosion of medical research. One term is old but being expanded in use. This... Read More
Educating Personal Care Attendants
November 9, 2023
Finding someone who can help you with your personal care can be a challenge. Some individuals will have access to professional caregivers through... Read More
Epilepsy and Seizures in Pediatrics
October 26, 2023
Some children have Epilepsy or Seizures as a consequence of neurological disease or injury. They may be present at birth or develop over time. Read More
Building Your Immune System
October 17, 2023
The Immune System in the body protects us from invaders. It is managed by the part of the nervous system, the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) which... Read More
It Happens Here, Too
October 10, 2023
The reality of domestic violence in the disability community is one of sadness, tragedy, disconnection, and despair. However, there are also... Read More.jpg)
The Return of COVID?
October 5, 2023
Is COVID-19 returning? Actually, it never left. Viruses thrive to survive. They continuously remodel themselves just for survival. Even though... Read MoreThe opinions expressed in these blogs are the author's own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation.