SCIRE Community

12/05/2025

We are going to be taking a break over the holidays, but we really appreciate you all being with us and look forward to re-connecting in the New Year! ☺️

10/27/2025

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10/27/2025

We love our OTs 🥰

09/08/2025

09/08/2025

Risk of forming blood clots, which can quickly become deadly if they migrate to the lungs or brain, is the highest immediately after SCI or any other kind of traumatic injury, even one as small as falling out of your chair and breaking a bone. Tim Gilmer explains it all and talks with wheelchair users who’ve dealt with recurrent blood clots about how they stay safe.

https://newmobility.com/blood-clots-and-sci-what-to-watch-for/

09/08/2025

The benefit of getting a good night’s sleep is one of a few things in the world everyone agrees on. Sadly, getting enough deep sleep can be difficult, especially if you live with a disability. One way to mitigate some of the obstacles to a good night’s sleep is finding the right bed and mattress — one that is comfortable, functional, and goes above and beyond to support your specific health needs.

https://newmobility.com/bed-frames-and-mattresses-getting-better-sleep-via-technology/

09/08/2025

Syringomyelia and tethered cord can occur months to many decades after spinal cord injury. Learn more about SCI and syringomyelia.

09/03/2025

A growing number of physical therapy clinics are rolling out a new transcutaneous stimulation device to improve motor function in people with incomplete spinal cord injuries. Cheryl Angelelli tries it and talks with wheelchair users who are already seeing real gains with the technology in everything from hand function to core strength.

https://newmobility.com/arc-ex-transcutaneous-stimulation-device-delivers-real-world-results/

09/03/2025

09/03/2025

Ahead of Day this September 4th, huge shout-out to the amazing people at the Sexual Health Rehabilitation Service at GF Strong, Vancouver Coastal Health and Blusson Spinal Cord Injury Centre at ICORD! There is no service like it anywhere else for people with or who have questions about their bodies, relationships, or becoming parents 🥰
Learn more at: https://www.vch.ca/en/location-service/sexual-health-rehabilitation-service-gf-strong-rehabilitation-centre?fbclid=IwY2xjawMlab5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBoQ1VWakR2Tm9QVGN4RFI4AR4ZsH2kgQWtNNRaRfR7uRvyihGC3yQoxYI13pEG4XdXfn178x4SJfrAm6Hi9g_aem_UiYLJvFcOpPHwGcnpilbEg

09/03/2025

We offer non-profit grants to organizations that improve quality of life through inclusion, access, and other life-enhancing endeavors. Learn more today.

07/21/2025

Summer is a great time for wheelchair maintenance for individuals with , especially with increased travel and outdoor activities! Regular maintenance can help save money from repairs, extend the life of the wheelchair, and prevent injuries. Knowing what to do when your wheelchair malfunctions may provide you with more independence and reassurance when travelling. To learn more, check out our website! https://community.scireproject.com/topic/wheelchair-maintenance/ -maintenance

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