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Spinal Cord Injury Paralysis Resource Center

Active Lifestyles

Active Lifestyles

Summer Safety Tips

According to a recent study commissioned by the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, there are, right now, over 200,000 people living with spinal cord injuries caused by sporting and recreational accidents in the United States. This summer, don't put yourself at risk for serious injury by forgetting simple safety tips.
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Arts and Creativity

Shutterbugs

The language of the creative process is universal. Read more.

Fitness

Fitness

A little bit of exercise does the body, and the mind, a world of good. Read more.

Recreation

Recreation

Just for the fun of it, with friends and family, on land, sea and in the air. Read more.

Gardening from a wheelchair
Summer safety tips
Winter sports (Watch the video)

Top 20 Most Livable U.S. Cities for Wheelchair Users

Top 20 Most Livable U.S. Cities for Wheelchair Users

Every American deserves access to our country's cities-it's the law. But what does it really mean for a city to be accessible?
See the list.

Sports and Competition

Sports and Competition

There are numerous games to play, indoors and out, for the pure joy of doing it. There are details here if you want to get involved to win. Read more.

Traveling with Your Wheelchair

Traveling with your wheelchair

We asked four wheelchair travelers to tell us all about the ups and downs of their trips around the world, and provide some tips to keep in mind for your next adventure. Read more.

Gift Guide for People in Wheelchairs

Snow Chair

Don't be intimidated when shopping for a gift for someone in a wheelchair. We gathered some top-notch ideas from wheelchair users and scoured all types of manufactures for their best bets. Find the perfect gift!

People Living with Paralysis

Pete Dennon

Profiles of people affected by paralysis, spinal cord injury, and disabilities. Read more.

 
The information provided in the Paralysis Resource Center was supported by Grant/Cooperative Agreement Number 1U59DD000338 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of CDC.