COVID-19 SCI BC Updates
News about COVID-19 and Spinal Cord Injury BC services. Read this blog for the latest update on the impact of SCI BC programming and events.
Speed Matters: Spinal Cord Simulation Device Aids in Bowel Routine
A research group reveals how a spinal cord simulation device helps people with SCI and their bowel routine.
Ripped: SCI BC Peer Lifts to New Heights with Bodybuilding
Kamloops bodybuilder Tory Jones shares his bodybuilding journey after spinal cord injury.
New SCI BC Adaptive Cycling Program
What bike should I get? How do I find the right fit? Where are the accessible trails near me? Get all the answers to these questions and more with our NEW adaptive cycling program coming this spring!
The Spin Doctor: Breastfeeding after SCI
Like all mothers, women with SCI may experience common breastfeeding challenges – but for mothers with SCI there are often additional challenges. In this Spin Doctors series, we explore solutions to these difficulties.
Best Gloves for Winter Wheeling
Is there a pair of gloves that keeps hands warm, dry AND have good grip for wheelchair users? Here’s what we heard from peers in BC, and some from peers in other snowy climates!
Winter Wheeling: Accessible Outdoor Trails in & Around Vancouver
Our InfoLine received a call asking about places to go wheeling in and around Vancouver in the winter. Staff rang in with some of their favourite places, including trails that are firm enough for wet west coast adventures, pathways with ocean, mountain and forest views, and routes with bunnies, birds and float homes!
The Spin Doctor: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)
Several peers have asked us about carpal tunnel syndrome pain that has intensified with age, and surgery options to ease it. We referred to some trusted online sources and asked two of our peers who have dealt with this problem to share their experiences.
The Spin Doctor: How to Naturally Treat Toe Fungus
“Why do I always seem to have toe fungus, and how can I treat it naturally?” It’s a question we hear often from peers. We asked for assistance from The Rollin’ RNs who write about SCI-related health issues based on their experience as registered nurses who live with paraplegia.
The Spin Doctor: Anemia
“It seems that anemia is prevalent for people with chronic conditions such as SCI. I think it’s a big deal, but not much is shared about it. Can you help out here with an article or information?” Read on for answers in our Spin Doctor series.
Restoring Body Awareness for Neuropathic Pain
Researchers are studying the brains ability to proprioceive paralyzed limbs with cognitive multisensory rehabilitation (CMR) to relieve neuropathic pain.
Hot Sauce Relief for Neuropathic Pain
Dr. Lukas Linde is studying how low concentration capsaicin may offer neuropathic pain relief after spinal cord injury.