Research & resources
Tools for life after injury.
Organizations, guides and communities we recommend for people living with spinal cord injury.
Research
Guides, foundations and information to help you make informed decisions.
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The Drew Crew Foundation
Support for people and families affected by spinal cord or traumatic brain injury.
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The Challenged Athletes Foundation
Supports active lifestyles through fitness and competitive sports for people with physical challenges.
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Spinal Cord Injury Levels & Classification
Explains injury levels and complete versus incomplete injuries.
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Spinal Cord Injury and Social Security Disability
Guidance on applying for disability benefits after a spinal cord injury.
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Questions to Consider When Choosing a Rehab Facility
Advice on vetting rehabilitation centers.
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Non-Wheelchair User Etiquette
Tips for interacting with wheelchair users.
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Spinal Cord Injury Manual for Patients and Families
An online guide to health, rehabilitation and support.
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Shepherd Center
A nonprofit hospital focused on spinal cord injury care, research and rehabilitation.
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Push To Walk
Individualized workouts and resources for people with paralysis.
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Publications for Disabled Veterans
Publications from Paralyzed Veterans of America.
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The Stand Up and Play Foundation
Promotes the Paramobile, an adaptive mobility tool.
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Kelly Brush Foundation
Funds adaptive athletic equipment for people with financial need.
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I Live With a Disability (ILWAD.com)
A social network for people with disabilities.
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Handicap Help
Ideas and tools for reducing everyday frustrations.
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Facing Disability
A video library of interviews with people with spinal cord injuries and their caregivers.
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Disability Advisor
Information on government disability benefits, with a question service.
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Resources
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Unite 2 Fight Paralysis
Advocacy, education and research funding aimed at curing paralysis.
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Reeve Connect
An online community for spinal cord injury questions.
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High Fives Foundation
[Description coming soon]
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United Spinal Association
[Description coming soon]
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