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Join the discussion about medical issues related to paralysis, including diagnosis, symptom management, treatment options and wellness strategies. This is the place to share experiences about the clinical side of paralysis. Meet new people, hear from experts in the field, meet new friends, learn about new ways to improve your health and well-being.

my bed score

AmandaBurkholder
  • By AmandaBurkholder · New reply January 6, 2009
  • 5 replies
  • hello everyone ..for the past 2 years ive had a bad bed score and now they are packin it with mesalt and it seems to be gettin better but is drainin ALOT more than normally did ..does this mean infection ...

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Living your life

Share experiences, pass on advice, and raise questions about the daily journey of being part of the paralysis community.

Possibility After 8 years?

ols23
  • By ols23 · New reply yesterday at 1:00 am
  • 14 replies
  • I had my accident of falling from about 11 feet and suffered spinal injury, incomplete at T7, 8 years ago. I am currently using crutches, goes to work, go out with friends, etc. But until now, I am still ...

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New paralysis/rehabilitation

Especially for those new to the paralysis community - this is a place to learn, to listen, to ask any question you have about trauma or disease. You are not alone: Share with others who have been in your shoes and who have faced your issues. This is the place to talk about rehab and recovery, too.

Best Rehab in the World?

jennypooh
  • By jennypooh · New reply January 7, 2009
  • 11 replies
  • Hi there. As you probably know, my boyfriend is recently at C6/7 incomplete. The rehab that he is at, is free because we live in Canada, but they want to send him home early. His work has offered to raise ...

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Assistive technology and equipment

The range of assistive gear available today for people with paralysis is truly amazing. Join this discussion and learn about ways to make life easier. Better yet, share what you know about tools, assistive technology and low- and high-tech innovations. Find out what works, what does not.

Standing Frame (Easy Stand 5000)

BODDIE32
  • By BODDIE32 · New reply January 2, 2009
  • 7 replies
  • Hello Everyone, I am selling a Easystand 5000 for $1,500 which is negotiable. Its just sitting in my garage and is in good condition. If it could be of help to someone that's a new injury or old. I will ...

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Teen corner

Teens, join this discussion to share experiences with other young people who are dealing with the various aspects of paralysis, including medical and social topics, independent and active lifestyles, dating and relationships. Meet people, make friends.

Scholarship opportuities?

Laurel1
  • By Laurel1 · New reply June 1, 2008
  • 10 replies
  • Hi all, I'm just wondering if anybody has informatin on finding scholarships for funding education. Laurel ...

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Funding your care (grants, fundraising, resources)

This is the place to connect to a discussion about financial resources. Share stories about getting the help you need to maximize your health and well-being. Discuss options for getting grants, raising funds in the local community.

Whats the latest on drug trials for paraplegics in the US

1rmedman
  • By 1rmedman · New reply October 27, 2008
  • 4 replies
  • What are some reccomended links for info about the latest drug trials reguarding neronal regrowth ...

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Family, parents and caregivers

Caregiving is a job no one really applies for -- it just shows up and you deal with it. Connect here with others who care for a loved one; share your strategies and hear how others handle the physical and psychological stresses of caregiving. You can't really do it alone. Paralysis is most often a family issue; this is also the place to join a discussion about parenting children with paralysis.

Organizing for Our Rights

pdecrease
  • By pdecrease · Posted November 14, 2008
  • 0 replies
  • Hi All, prior to my son's accident over a year ago I fought for the disabled in relation to education. With a new president to take office soon dissability rights may or may not change in some form or ...

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is it possible

papito1
  • By papito1 · Posted January 4, 2009
  • 0 replies
  • my doctor got back my lab report from my urine check for narcotics but it came back clean. one of my medication didnt show up which was methodone in which i take everyday ever since my accident. to him ...

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