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8 Long-term Paras Make Motor, Sensory Gains in Unique Study
A recently published study reports partial neurological recovery in eight complete paraplegics with injuries ranging from three to 13 years. The study combined movement, immersive virtual reality training and an EEG-controlled lower limb exoskeleton that provided tactile feedback to participants. All eight people experienced significant improvement in their ability to perceive sensation and exert voluntary motor control below the original SCI.
TRENDING NOW
7 Brilliant Strategies for Handling Parking Abuse
One of our most popular Facebook posts this month was a photo of an illegally parked motorcycle toppled by a van deploying its lift. After all the “likes” and LOLs cheering this moment of swift justice, some commenters wondered what can really be done about all those jerks who park in disabled spots “for just two minutes.” We found seven impressive answers, including a Russian initiative that plays a talking hologram of a wheelchair user if your vehicle doesn’t have the proper sticker for an accessible spot. Shame in 3-D!
PRO TIPS
Adaptive Fashion Company Releases Fall/Winter Line
Slim-leg slacks and shortened pea coats are among the items in this season’s IZ Collection, which aims to create fashionable clothes for wheelchair users. Other additions include sailor jeans for men and women, and a men’s crewneck sweater with hem-to-elbow side zippers.
Avoiding and Treating Hemorrhoids
The best hemorrhoid is the one you never get, and you can reduce your risk of this troublesome SCI complication. Prevention starts with a diet high in fiber and rich in flavonoids. Treatment is more complex, ranging from changes in your bowel program to surgery. As always, check with your doc if you have rectal bleeding, chronic constipation or dysreflexia related to hemorrhoids, but first — read this article.
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