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A Guide to Spinal Cord Injury

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This video was created by Spinal Cord Injury BC Peer Coordinators and several peers to help Practical Nurse students have a better understanding of SCI. This video provides an honest ...
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Aging with a Spinal Cord Injury

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The University of Washington Department of Rehabilitation Medicine hosted an SCI Forum on aging with SCI. See the forum content and videos to explore issues around aging with SCI, including ...
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Aging with Spinal Cord Injury

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Find out how spinal cord injury impacts the aging process.
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Alberta Spinal Cord Injury Education

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SCI Alberta has a number of online courses for purchase, which include: infection control, skin care, personal care, obtaining employment, and much more.
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Arachnoiditis

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Arachnoiditis is a rare pain disorder caused by inflammation of the arachnoid, one of the membranes that surrounds the nerves of your spinal cord. It can cause severe pain and ...
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Blood Clot Risk in People with Spinal Cord Injury

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This page from the University of Washington, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine outlines the best known information around blood clots and SCI.
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Breastfeeding Following Spinal Cord Injury: Consumer Guide for Mothers

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Find out more about breastfeeding for people with SCI.
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Brenda & David McLean Integrated Spine Clinic

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The Brenda and David Mclean Integrated Spine Clinic provides spine and spinal cord related services under one roof to better serve patients in a more convenient setting.
604-875-4992
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Canadian/American Spinal Research Organization

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This organization is working to find a cure for SCI and also does research into better care for those affected by SCI.
905-508-4000
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Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation

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This foundation is dedicated to curing spinal cord injury by funding innovative research, and improving the quality of life for people living with paralysis.
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Clinical Practice Guidelines: Early Acute Management in Adults with Spinal Cord Injury

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Medical professionals can use this guide to learn how to best manage patients in the early acute stages of a spinal cord injury.
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Clinical Practice Guidelines: Outcomes Following Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury

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Find out more about what medical professionals need to know when treating spinal cord injury.
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Clinical Practice Guidelines: Preservation of Upper Limb Function Following Spinal Cord Injury

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Find out more about preserving upper limb function after spinal cord injury.
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Clinical Practice Guidelines: Prevention of Venous Thromboembolism in Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury

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Guidelines for medical professionals on preventing and treating venous thromboembolisms after SCI.
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COVID 19 SCIRE Resources

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SCIRE put together some excellent resources on COVID 19 and SCI, using the best available research to date. Check their website for up-to-date information and guidance.
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Diabetes and Spinal Cord Injury

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Find out about diabetes and spinal cord injury.
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GF Strong Tendon Transfer Surgery Information

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This document from GF Strong outlines tendon transfer surgery, so that those with SCI can discuss this option with doctors.
604 734-1313
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Hand Hygiene for People with Spinal Cord Injury

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Hand hygiene principles for wheelchair users.

Health Maintenance Toolkit

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SCI-specific health maintenance tool for the following areas: mental health, bladder, bowel, skin, pain, and autonomic dysreflexia.
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Heartburn, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and Chronic SCI

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Find out more about the possible relationship between GERD and SCI.

Incomplete Injuries

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Find out more about incomplete injuries.
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Information for the Newly Injured

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This info sheet goes into a fair amount of detail about the spine, injuries, and usual outcomes based on level of injury.

Kidney Stones and SCI

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Find out more about kidney stones and SCI.
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Living with Spinal Cord Injury

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Find out more about living well after spinal cord injury from the people who know the most about it.
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Mistymate

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The Mistymate is a portable mister that people with SCI who have issues with sweating, heat, and temperature regulation may find helpful. 

Mobile Women Facebook Group

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Use this site to find stories and resources specific to women with physical disabilities, including health information, travel sites, parenting, sexual health, and much more.
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New Mobility

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This online magazine offers numerous articles of interest to people with SCI, including employment, equipment and health topics, with an opportunity to comment on articles.
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Northwest Regional Spinal Cord Injury System

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The mission of the NWRSCIS is to improve the lives of people with SCI through excellent patient care, research and education.
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Osteoporosis and Fractures in Persons with SCI

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Find out more about osteoporosis and how it may affect people with SCI.
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Osteoporosis and SCI

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This document describes osteoporosis and what happens after SCI.

Paralyzed Veterans of America

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This site is a good starting place for information about SCI.
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Praxis Spinal Cord Institute

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Praxis is a Canadian-based not-for-profit organization that leads global collaboration in spinal cord injury research, innovation, and care.
604-827-2421
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Rehab Tip Sheets

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Find illustrated tips on wheelchair positioning, transfers, assisted lifts, etc.
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Safe Transfer Technique

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This document from the SCI Model Systems explains how to safely transfer out of your wheelchair.
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SCI and Cardiovascular Disease

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Find out more about SCI and cardiovascular health.
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SCI BC Aging with SCI

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Be prepared for aging with an SCI. Connect with our SCI peer aging group or view the  resources we are developing to help you get ready for challenges related to ...
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SCI Facts and Stats

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Find out about stats on spinal cord injury in Canada and the US.

SCI Information Sheets from The Model Systems Knowledge Translation Centre

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Use the link to find lots of SCI-related information from the University of Alabama at Birmingham Spinal Cord Injury Model Systems.
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SCI-U

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SCI-U is a series of 10 multimedia courses on about learning to live with spinal cord injury. The courses have been designed to give you the information you need to ...
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Shepherd Centre

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The Shepherd Centre is a top rehab centre in the US and has some excellent SCI resources on their website.
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Spinal Cord Essentials

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This patient education initiative aims to help people through rehabilitation following spinal cord injury.
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Spinal Cord Injury Outpatient Program at GF Strong Rehab Centre

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Find the admission criteria and referral forms on the GF Strong website.
604-737-6291
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Spinal Injuries Association

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Use this UK site for resources about aging well with SCI and other SCI health and wellness topics.
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Spinal Injuries Association A-Z of SCI Health and Medicine

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Use this website to find articles and information of interest to all aspects of SCI.
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Spinal Seating Modules

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Access clinical information about seating assessments.
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Talking to your Children about Spinal Cord Injury: A Practical Guide for Families

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Use this resource as a guide for talking to kids about spinal cord injury.
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The Rollin’ RNs

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Join this Facebook group moderated by two RNs with spinal cord injury.
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United Spinal Association

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This American website has a wealth of information and publications on spinal cord injury, advocacy, equipment and more.
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Northern BC
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Aging with SCI
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Become an SCI BC Member
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Impact Stories
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Info for the Newly Injured
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Spinal Cord Injury Research
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Accessible Travel
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