Sweating after Neurological Injury
July 1, 2022
Sweating is one of the body’s ways of protecting itself. It is fluid that is excreted through the sweat glands of the skin. The purpose of sweat is... Read More
Voices from the Community
Our blog offers stories from the community, updates from the Reeve Foundation, and breaking news on research.
The opinions expressed in these blogs are the author’s own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation.
7 Harmful Myths About Depression
June 27, 2022
Depression is a treatable condition, but unfortunately, it is widely misunderstood. Myths and stereotypes about depression leave people wondering if... Read More
Menopause and Paralysis
June 27, 2022
Menopause occurs when menstruation has ceased for twelve months. Your body has been transitioning to menopause for years prior to it happening during... Read More
Perimenopause and Paralysis
June 24, 2022
Most women know that menopause is the ending of the menstrual cycle in women. However, prior to menopause, women have a transitioning time called... Read More
What to Expect from a First Counseling Appointment
June 13, 2022
In the early days and weeks after a spinal cord injury, everything is about rehabilitation. Many days are flooded with all types of doctor... Read More
Thinking Differently about Pressure Injury Treatment Part 2
June 9, 2022
Once a pressure injury has appeared, you need to take immediate action. Contact your health professional for all pressure injuries regardless of the... Read More
Thinking Differently About the Causes of Pressure Injury Part 1
June 8, 2022
A pressure injury is an issue for individuals with paralysis from any disease or trauma. Individuals with less sensation are at the highest risk;... Read More
The Consequences of Not Dying
June 7, 2022
I’m getting up in years and from all that I read, from the weekly New York Times Science section to the ubiquitous come-ons to oldsters from top... Read More
Paralysis and Mental Health
June 3, 2022
The mind and body work together. Injury to one part of the body affects other parts. Often the mind and body are treated separately for the... 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.