spinal cord injury

A Virtual, Group-Based Exercise Platform May Help People with Spinal Cord Injury Increase Their Physical Activity

A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).

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For People with Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury, Relationships and Social Supports May be Linked to Life Satisfaction

A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).

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Access limitations and level of psychological distress during the COVID-19 pandemic in a geographically-limited sample of individuals with spinal cord injury

This journal article describes a study to assess changes in access and psychological status during the COVID-19 pandemic in people with spinal cord injury (SCI). A survey of 51 participants found increased levels of psychological distress related to decreased access to goods and services in individuals with SCI due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

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NIDILRR Social Isolation and Loneliness Webinar Series

In 2021, NIDILRR hosted a national series on research related to social isolation and loneliness for people with disabilities. 

October 2021: Social Isolation and Loneliness Among Caregivers During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Self-Paced Web-Based Transfer Training Shows Promise to Help Wheelchair Users Improve Transfer Techniques

A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).

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Long-Term Survivorship May Reduce Psychosocial Challenges for Adults Aging with Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury

A study funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR).

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Pushin On Newsletter Special Edition

This entire newsletter issue is focused on COVID-19. This issue features an article on staying healthy to avoid the impact of the virus, as well as articles on technology for independence and opportunities to participate in research.

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Tips for People with SCI During COVID-19

This video offers tips for individuals to maintain their health and daily living from UAB-SCIMS psychologists. Tips include keeping an eye on secondary conditions to avoid the need for hospital visits, maintaining a routine, getting exercise, and maintaining social contact.

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Resources for People with SCI, TBI, and Burn Injury to Stay Healthy During the Pandemic

A collection of articles, videos, and factsheets developed by the Spinal Cord Injury, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Burn Model Systems to help individuals with these injuries and their caregivers stay healthy.

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