Sexual health

Understanding how paralysis affects your sexual experience – both in terms of pleasure and fertility – is a hugely important concern after an injury. No matter the level or completeness of paralysis, there are a wide range of options available to both men and women.

Sexual health for men >Sexual health for men

Paralysis often affects people's sexuality, including changes in physical functioning, sensation and response.

Sexual health for women >Sexual health for women

Women wonder if they can have sex again, if they can find a partner, or have children. The answer is yes to all of the above.

Webcast: Dr. Dan on Intimacy >Webcast: Dr. Dan on Intimacy

Discussion with family therapist, Dr. Dan, on navigating intimate relationships, love, sex, and vulnerability.

Video series: Sex on wheels >Video series: Sex on wheels

Gary Karp and the impact of paralysis on sexuality and intimate activity.

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