| There are nearly 1 in 50 people living with paralysis in the United States -- approximately 6 million people. That number is nearly 33% higher than previous estimates showed. Almost 1.3 million of those are spinal cord injured. - Prevalence of paralysis and SCI / Causes / Degree of difficulty moving - Average age / Average length of time since paralysis and SCI - Gender / Paralysis and military service - Ethnicity and Hispanic identity |
2009 Holiday Gift Guide for People in WheelchairsDon't be intimidated when looking for a gift for someone in a wheelchair this holiday season.
Send a Care and Cures Holiday CardYour thoughtfulness will help us increase mobility, extend lives, and continue the research seeking cures. It's a fast and easy way to give a really meaningful gift this season. |