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Self-Help Video Series

View the latest in a series of self-help videos around living with spinal cord injury/disease.

Skin Care after Spinal Cord Injury

When you lose sensation in part or all of your body after spinal cord injury (SCI), it's difficult, it's sometimes difficult or impossible to know when an area is becoming irritated or is in pain. That's why taking care of your skin is so important. Skin breakdown or pressure sores can happen quickly and can take months to heal. Be diligent with pressure relief and overall skin maintenance will help keep you and your skin healthy.

Spinal Cord Injury Nutrition and Exercise

Nutrition and exercise are important for your overall health after spinal cord injury (SCI). What to eat and drink and how to move your body affects more than your weight. It also helps keep your skin healthy and bowel movements. Eating a balanced diet helps your body function the best it can.

Sexuality and Spinal Cord Injury

Apple celebrated International Day of Persons with Disabilities by releasing some new guidance from Tech Access Group member, Ian Mackay, on how to use voice control to take a selfie. Check it out to spot fellow United Spinal Tech Access member's hands-free snaps!

Bowel Care after Spinal Cord Injury

Managing your bowel care after spinal cord injury (SCI) is very important for your overall health. Although it's a difficult topic to discuss, especially for someone who's new to SCI, over time it gets easier to talk about and handle.

Coping with Spinal Cord Injury

Adjusting to spinal cord injury (SCI) can be a long and challenging process. You may feel alone and experience a variety of emotions, but you can and will adapt to this new set of challenges and rediscover your passion for life.