ABSOLUTELY! There are a huge variety of both recreational and competitive opportunities for individuals with spinal cord injuries. It is important to remember that if a sport is available to an ... Read More »

There are so many different designs to choose from and it is imperative that you find the right wheelchair to meet your individual needs. There are manual wheelchairs, folding wheelchairs, electric ... Read More »

One problem related to sitting in a wheelchair for extended periods is bad posture. When you are seated you are in a flexed position, this causes the spine to curve forward. You may also have more ... Read More »

At Challenge Aspen, we recommend using the following useful tips for communicating with people with disabilities: 1. When talking with a person with a disability, speak directly to that person ... Read More »

For many military personnel the fighting does not end in the combat zone. Many returning service members face increased anxiety, sleepless nights and rapid flashbacks that can immediately take them ... Read More »

They can be. Post injury Scar tissue can form on the brain tissue as the brain heals. This is known to interrupt the electrical activity in the brain and can cause seizures. An individual with a TBI ... Read More »

As I wish I had some great insight as to the current direction of U.S. health care reform, I must admit I do not.  Just like many of you, my updates come from the newspaper, the internet, and ... Read More »

The effects of a brain injury can be extremely long lasting and recovery may be incomplete. The medical and therapeutic community is continuing to learn more about the mechanisms of the brain and how ... Read More »

Most people are familiar with Severe Traumatic Brain Injury but are not as familiar with Mild Traumatic Brain Injury. This is often known as ‘concussion’ and can be more subtle to detect. It is ... Read More »