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Get Your Mojo On
A recently-published systematic review suggests that, when combined with exercise, testosterone therapy offers a safe and effective way for men with SCI to boost their vitality—and get some significant health benefits in the process.
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Synchronized Stimulation
Open loop electrical stimulation has already shown promise as a treatment to improve neurogenic bowel for people with SCI. Researchers at Texas A&M University are hoping for even better results and close-to-normal bowel function via closed loop stimulation.
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Ask the Spin Doctor: Cervical Screening
Dr. Lily Proctor discusses pap tests and cervix self-screening kits.
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Ask the Spin Doctor: Contractures
GF Strong physiotherapist Amrit Dhaliwal discusses contractures, a common complication of SCI.
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The Full Spectrum
How one SCI BC peer’s accidental foray into entrepreneurship is helping advance accessibility consulting.
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Ask the Spin Doctor: Colonoscopy
Dr. Karen Smith, Physiatrist and Emeritus Professor in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Queens University, and co-author of the Actionable Nuggets, gives colonoscopy advice for people with SCI.
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You Give Me Hope
Bryan wondered how his spinal cord injury would affect his wife and two children and the activities they do together. Thanks to SCI BC's Peer Program, this family man was able to learn from peers and get out on the water with his family.
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Piersistance Wins in White Rock
New accessibility mat at the White Rock pier is a result of SCI BC peer’s persistent advocacy and dedication.
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