SCI

Veterans regain hand function, thanks to adaptive technology
VA and the soft assistive technology developer Bioservo are helping ALS, SCI and MS Veterans nationwide to regain hand mobility.
The Mother Teresa of recreation therapy has retired
Joyce Casey, a Spinal Cord Injury recreation therapist, has saved and changed the lives of thousands of paralyzed Veterans.
Be like Jim: No legs, no problem
Jim Jacobi has had a lot thrown at him -- war, Agent Orange, triple bypass surgery and losing both legs. But this Vietnam Vet keeps it all positive.
Research: “Remarkable improvements” for spinal cord injury Veterans
Central Virginia VA Health Care has a unique expertise in treating Veterans with spinal cord injuries. A new grant will focus on epidural stimulation and robotic suits to improve patients’ mobility.
Spinal cord injury Veterans can now effectively cough
It’s the first method in the world that can activate muscles – using minimally invasive techniques – to produce an effective cough. Veteran: "This research…is helping to improve the lives of others."
Inspire: Hurricane Harvey – an SCI nurse’s story
Every day in VA hospitals nationwide, nurses dedicate themselves to [...]
Care for Veterans as a spinal cord injury nurse at VA
Spinal cord injury (SCI) nursing at VA is a challenging [...]

Veterans regain hand function, thanks to adaptive technology