Yearly Archives: 2009

UAB to Host Consumer Conferences for People Spinal Cord Injury and People with Traumatic...

On Saturday, August 29, 2009, people spinal cord injury, people with brain injury, and their families are invited to UAB to hear speakers discuss...

Rock and roller finds new purpose

CHICAGO (WBBM) -- For 39-year-old George Flores, harps are his life. "I'm not the guy that plays the instrument, but I am the person...

Motivated Ms. Wheelchair hopes to inspire others

Cambridge, Ia. - Turn into their driveway, just past the alfalfa and hay field a mile south of this Story County town. Walk past...

Research Seeks Cure For Central Pain Syndrome

Those with spinal cord injuries, who have multiple sclerosis, or who've suffered a stroke are also often diagnosed with central pain syndrome. It's a...

Australian first tests home-based rehab for spinal cord injury patients

An Australian first study will test live online rehabilitation with video gaming to give spinal cord injury patients the hope of regaining the movement...

A day to share smiles and some waves

People with limited mobility will enjoy a day of surfing at the Jersey Shore June 28 when The Life Rolls On Foundation holds its...

Researchers are developing devices that can help restore bodily movement

Grasping a cup of coffee and raising it to the mouth is a daily ritual most people take for granted. Yet, for those who...

Teacher starts foundation for spinal cord injuries

Three years after suffering a life-changing neck injury, Bret Neylon, a Brownsburg teacher and coach, is starting his own foundation to help others with...

Canadians unite to help people living with spinal cord injury

More than $1.2 million raised at Rick Hansen Wheels In Motion last Sunday with more funds to come VANCOUVER, June 16 /CNW/ - Thousands of...

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