Outer Links
- Links to Spinal
Cord Injury Related Web Sites
A Cure is Coming was conceived in 1998 with the intention of educating the able-bodied and keeping them out of trouble.
American Spinal Injury Association Mission is to promote excellence in health care, education, and research of both acute and chronic SCI, among physicians and other medical professionals.
Brain and Spinal Cord Our mission is to be the most reliable, timely and complete resource on the internet for brain injury and spinal cord injury survivors. Our hope is that this site will become relied upon as a trustworthy resource for the community and for those who are searching for information.
CareCure Community has over 70 forums where they discuss everything from life to legislation & Advocacy, from Sports and Travel to Pain, from Computers to Politics.
Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation Paralysis Resource Center "A merger of the American Paralysis Association and the Christopher Reeve Foundation... encourages and supports research to develop effective treatments and a cure for paralysis caused by spinal cord injury and other central nervous system disorders." Web site has News, Publications, Events and other sections.
Computers for Quads, Inc. Dedicated to providing computers for people who are physically disabled and need a helping hand.
Focus on Independence a not-for-profit organization that provides laser or surgical vision correction at no cost to individuals paralyzed by spinal cord injuries.
The Healthy Gimp Practical information & motivation for persons with a spinal cord injury & other physical disabilities to achieve good health, success & self-determination.
GORP.com: Comprehensive resource for accessible adventure travel and accessible national parks, and more for people with disabilities.
Jimmy Button In 2011 former motocross champion Jimmy Button and his former trainer Cory Worf will be riding bicycles 2428 miles from San Diego CA to Daytona Beach FL. The objective is to raise money for spinal cord research.
Mouth and Foot Painting Artists (MFPA). Formed in 1956, the MFPA is an international, for-profit association wholly owned and run by disabled artists to help them meet their financial needs. Members paint with brushes held in their mouths or feet as a result of a disability sustained at birth or through an accident or illness that prohibits them from using their hands. http://www.mfpausa.com/
The Miami Project The world's largest comprehensive spinal cord injury research center; Dedicated to finding more effective treatments and, ultimately, a cure for paralysis.
Mississippi Paralysis Association educated to improving all areas of life for paralyzed individuals.
National Spinal Cord Association Founded in 1948, the National Spinal Cord Injury Association is the nation's oldest and largest civilian organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for hundreds of thousands of Americans living with the results of spinal cord injury and disease (SCI/D) and their families.
Paralysis Project of America The mission of the Paralysis Project of America is to accelerate progress toward finding a cure for paralysis caused by spinal cord injury (SCI).
Paraquad Independent Living Center Paraquad, Inc. is a private, not-for-profit community-based Center for Independent Living. Paraquad was founded in 1970 and is a St. Louis organization where professional independent living services are provided by staff members with disabilities. The fact that directors as well as staff members have disabilities enables us to establish keen insight into the ever-changing needs of individuals with all types of disabilities and to develop programs that respond to those needs.
Pushing Boundaries Located in the heart of Puget Sound, Pushing Boundaries is Washington's only intensive exercise therapy center focused on regaining function in those paralyzed due to illness, injury, or other neurological disorders.
Sam Schmidt Paralysis Foundation Helps individuals overcome spinal cord injuries and other neurological disorders by funding scientific research, medical treatment, rehabilitation and technological advances.
SCI Recovery Project The SCI Recovery Project is a high intensity program designed to promote recovery and well-being for individuals affected by a spinal cord injury or related trauma.
Shared Adventures Founded on the belief that recreation, fun, challenge and access to the outdoors are an essential part of a healthy and fulfilling life, Shared Adventures is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life of people living with disabilities.
Spinal Cord Injury Information Network The Spinal Cord Injury Information Network offers educational and research information relevant to persons with SCI, their families, and others of interest.
Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Recovery Many have recovered from spinal cord injuries that were expected to keep them in a wheelchair for life. Now more than ever, spinal cord injury, as a permanent way of life is nearing an end.
Unite 2 Fight Paralysis Unites and empower those physically disabled by paralysis, their families, and their supporters.
ABLEDATA Provides objective information about assistive technology products and rehabilitation equipment available from domestic and international sources. Although Abledata does not sell any products, they can help you locate the companies that do.
Australian Stem Cell Centre A world-first stem cell education web site, which includes clear written and video explanation of the complex science.
Canadian Paraplegic Association Ontario To assist persons with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities to achieve independence, self-reliance and full community participation.
Caring Bridge Free Website for Families Dealing with Serious Injury or Illness. If your family is dealing with the new SCI of a family member, you may want to consider setting up a free webpage to keep friends and family updated and decrease your need to make or take multiple phone calls answering the same questions all the time. The Caring Bridge Foundation has created a place to do this for free that is easy to use, accessible, yet still private
The Dream Society Formed by people with disabilities to help people with disabilities to have the chance to get what they need to to achieve their dreams of independence.
espine.com Is a website devoted to helping patients navigate the body of knowledge related to problems and treatment of spinal disorders.
Exploring Spasticity An online community to raise awareness, connect those who are affected by spasticity, and empower individuals to seek treatment
Helping Hands Monkey Helpers for the Disabled is a national nonprofit serving quadriplegic and other people with severe spinal cord injuries or mobility.
Inspire The INSPIRE Foundation:- INtegrated SPInal REhabilitation. This charity exists to promote research into, and the development of, electronic, mechanical and medical aids to assist the mobility and enablement of people suffering spinal cord paralysis.
Life Rolls On Foundation Life Rolls On is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization that exists to be a grassroots resource that provides hope and is an advocate on behalf of young people whose lives have been affected by spinal cord injury.
Odyssey Which means " In the journey together ". The mission of the Odyssey Peer Program is to provide individuals with spinal cord injuries and other disabilities, and their families, the support, coaching or guidance needed to succeed in their community.
Paralyzed Veterans of America Works to maximize the quality of life for its members and all people with SCI/D as a leading advocate for health care, SCI/D research and education, veterans’ benefits and rights, accessibility and the removal of architectural barriers, sports programs, and disability rights.
PowerQuad Disability Support Forum PQ is an informational, supportive, and FUN social network, run by people with disabilities, for people with disabilities and the people who care about them.
Project Walk - Spinal Cord Injury Recovery Exists to provide an improved quality of life for people with spinal cord injuries through intense exercise-based recovery programs, education, support and encouragement.
Push To Walk Which was modeled after a similar program called Project Walk based in California, is marketed as a place for spinal cord injury exercise and recovery. "The objective is to help people with spinal cord injuries to maintain and improve their physical health and well-being and reduce secondary complications with the ultimate goal of walking again."
Race to Walk is devoted to
providing a comprehensive, post-acute program for
individuals suffering from spinal cord injuries and
other related neurological disorders. Specializing in
exercise-based training, we provide state-of-the-art
equipment, strategic training techniques, in a safe,
supportive environment. Our ultimate goal is to assist
each client towards attaining their own personal goals.
We will work together to maximize physical health and
well-being in a quest for ultimate functional outcome
and an improved quality of life
http://www.racetowalk.org/
Spinal Cord Central is a joint program of National Spinal Cord Injury Association and United Spinal Association. They offer you over 120 years of experience in assisting and advocating for persons with Spinal Cord Injury/Disease.
Spinal Cord Injury Information Pages This site is a free and informative resource for those living with a spinal cord injury or other disabling injuries or diseases of the spine
Spinal Cord Injury Support Group of South Florida The Spinal Cord Injury Support Group (SCISG) of South Florida is a not for profit organization that promotes camaraderie through friendship, education, advocacy and recreation to enhance the quality of life for those affected by spinal cord injuries and disabilities.
The goal of Team Hoyt is to integrate the physically challenged into everyday life. One way to accomplish this is to educate the able-bodied, making them more aware of the issues that the disabled face every day. Another is by actively helping the disabled to participate in activities that would otherwise be inaccessible to them. Team Hoyt targets both of these areas.
Webbytalents
is a site originating from Quebec offering an online service
for sharing and watching videos made by or for persons with
disabilities. The site has been online since Feb. 14 2008.
This is the first video sharing site aimed particularly at
the community of persons with disabilities from around the
world. Disabled people, creators, organizations or persons
involved are all invited to submit their videos on
Webbytalents.