Research & Resources
Research
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The Drew Crew Foundation
The Drew Crew is a non-profit organization focused on helping individuals and families that have suffered a spinal cord injury or traumatic brain injury. -
The Challenged Athletes Foundation
To provide opportunities and support to people with physical challenges, so they can pursue active lifestyles through physical fitness and competitive athletics. -
Spinal Cord Injury Levels & Classification
The meaning of the different spinal cord injury levels, the definition of complete and incomplete injury, and the different classification of spinal cord injury. -
Spinal Cord Injury and Social Security Disability
Filing for Social Security Disability with a Spinal Cord Injury. -
Questions To Consider When Choosing A Rehab Facility
Not all rehabilitation centers have a spinal cord injury program. Do as much reearch as possible, and don't be afraid to ask questions. -
Non Wheelchair User Etiquette
"Spinal Cord Injury Etiquette:" Firsthand tips for non-wheelchair users. -
Spinal Cord Injury Manual for Patients and Families
An online resource of information on SCI health, rehabilitation, and support. -
Shepherd Center
A private, not-for-profit hospital specializing in medical treatment, research and rehabilitation for people with spinal cord injury. - Provides individualized workouts and resources to people with spinal cord injuries and other forms of paralysis to optimize current quality of life and to prepare for future medical advancements.
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Publications for Disabled Veterans
As part of their mission, Paralyzed Veterans produces a wide range of publications. Click the link to see a list of what is available. -
The Stand Up and Play Foundation
For every physically handicapped person, the Paramobile is an important and valuable tool that gives you a bit more freedom. -
Kelly Brush Foundation
Improving the quality of life for individuals living with SCI by purchasing adaptive athletic equipment for those with financial limitations. -
I Live With a Disability
ILiveWithADisability.com (ILWAD.com) is a social networking website out to give everyone the tools, ability and network to love themselves. -
Handicap Help
Information on ideas and easily made tools to reduce daily frustrations, ask questions, and share your own creative ideas. -
Facing Disability
Facing Disability is a web resource with more than 1,000 videos drawn from interviews of people with spinal cord injuries, their families, caregivers and experts. -
Disability Advisor
Provides information and answers to a wide range of topics concerning government disability benefits programs. "Ask the Advisor" allows readers to submit questions online or by phone.
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Unite 2 Fight Paralysis
Looking to cure paralysis through advocacy, education, and support for research. -
Reeve Connect
An online community for your SCI questions. -
United Spinal Association- http://www.spinalcord.org/