September is Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month, a time dedicated to highlighting the challenges faced by people living with spinal cord injuries while also celebrating their resilience, advocacy, and achievements. This month serves as an opportunity to raise awareness, promote research, and encourage conversations that foster greater accessibility, inclusion, and support for the spinal cord injury community.
Below, I have organized new and old content that brings awareness to spinal cord injury. Consider subscribing for post updates this month!
Spinal Cord Injury By the Numbers
September is Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month, highlighting the impact of spinal cord injuries (SCI) on individuals and society. With around 302,000 cases in the U.S. and 15-20 million globally, injuries stem from various causes. Advances in care improve outcomes, underscoring the need for ongoing research and advocacy in this critical health area.
Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day 2025
May is significant for disability awareness, including Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Awareness Day, observed amidst Mobility and Mental Health Awareness Months. Spinal cord injuries, classified as complete or incomplete, cause various physical and psychological challenges. Awareness is essential to understanding these experiences and advocating for those living with SCI.
Autonomic Dysreflexia Revisited
Autonomic dysreflexia (AD) occurs when the autonomic nervous system overreacts to stimuli below a spinal cord injury, causing symptoms like headaches, sweating, and blood pressure spikes, rather than typical pain. This response serves as an alarm to prevent complications. Recognizing individual symptoms can help manage and mitigate risks effectively.
The Analogy of the Brain and Guitar
Spinal cord injury disrupts communication between the brain and body, similar to a guitarist who cannot change notes due to his capo. The spinal cord functions as the main pathway for motor and sensory signals. Damage leads to paralysis or loss of sensation, preventing the brain’s signals from reaching their destinations.
SCI Awareness
Part 1: SCI Awareness Month 2019 This month is represented by a green ribbon similar to the pink cancer ribbons and yellow “support our troops” ribbons. I remember making a similar post last year when it felt like I knew all that there was to know about spinal cord injuries. Making this one just goes…
A Thursday with Josh: Living with SCI
This post provides a detailed account of a typical Thursday for a quadriplegic individual, highlighting their morning routine, preparation for a support group, and evening activities. The author emphasizes the importance of community, personal routine, and how SCIboston’s support enhances their life while promoting awareness of spinal cord injuries.