Monthly Archives: May 2010
Discovery could help treat spinal injuries
U of A researchers uncover trigger that causes muscles to move without signal from brain
EDMONTON - Research led by a pair of University of...
Path diverted — Spinal cord injury changes more than physical
To be honest, before my injury I was not a compassionate, sensitive person. I did not feel sympathy for the hungry kids in Africa,...
Surfers with Spinal Injuries Ready to Hit the Waves
WILDWOOD CREST — On June 19, young people with spinal cord injuries will get a chance to ride surfboards here as Life Rolls On...
Spinal Cord Injury Patients Help U-M Effort To Prevent Diving Injuries
Matt Kerry was built burly and strong, primed for athletic success, and recruited heavily to play football on a college scholarship.
But one summer day...
Paralyzed Reno boy looks forward to new home
Jesse Eligio likes Bobby Flay and Rachael Ray. He likes spaghetti, hot dogs, pepperoni pizza and his older brother's Xbox.
He likes his mom, Alicia,...
Quarter century of helping the newly disabled
Guy Coulombe keeps on going
EDMONTON - We've been handing out High Fives to various events and great folks.
This week, though, we're going to give...
Automobile Accidents: The Leading Cause of Spinal Cord Injuries
The leading cause of spinal cord injuries are automobile accidents. The automobile accident rate has increased over the years, probably relating to the fact...
Answers to the 6 most frequently asked spinal cord questions
The art of spinal manipulation has been around for thousands of years, dating back to medicine men called "bone setters" at the time Socrates...
Cape May lifeguard seeks beach improvements to reduce spinal-cord injuries
CAPE MAY - Shore towns do not like bad publicity, but this year, the city will spend $10,000 from its beach revenue to print...
Red light law may give cities a way to raise money
Florida Gov. Charlie Crist may have given the state and local municipalities a way to raise more money. This may allow them to avoid...
