Billy Jones knows the local landscape.  As a true Clevelander, he was born and raised a Buckeye, and he called Northeast Ohio his home.  But it was on a cold January night in 2024 when he was involved in an auto accident that forever changed his life in the blink of an eye. A tragic...Continue Reading

The MSKTC works closely with researchers in the 18 Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Model System Centers to develop resources for people living with spinal cord injury and their supporters. They have several user-friendly resources that are grounded in evidence and available in a variety of formats such as printable PDF documents, videos, and slideshows.  After...Continue Reading

The holiday season is a time for warmth, connection, and community—and we’re excited to bring all of that together at the USANEO Chapter’s Holiday Social Hour on December 15, 2025 at 7 PM EST! Whether you’re a long-time member, newly connected, or simply looking to meet others in the spinal cord injury community, this virtual...Continue Reading

Nutrition plays a powerful role in health and recovery after a spinal cord injury (SCI). The body undergoes major physical changes following an injury, and many individuals face ongoing challenges such as muscle loss, digestive issues, pressure sores, and nutrient deficiencies. Eat Well, Live Well with a Spinal Cord Injury by Joanne Smith and Kylie...Continue Reading

By Kim Anderson, PhD How many times has your doctor told you that you need to increase your physical activity?  Has he/she ever told you how much or what kinds of physical activity you need to do each week?  Has he/she told you what the benefits are, for people living with spinal cord injury (SCI),...Continue Reading

In a world where access to essential medical equipment can be life-changing, the Donated Items Program, powered by the United Spinal Association Northeast Ohio Chapter, is making a real difference—one wheelchair, catheter pack, and mobility aid at a time. This program was created with a simple but powerful mission: to provide free medical equipment and...Continue Reading

The aim of the Tetraplegia Management Clinic (TMC) is to restore upper extremity function to people who have a spinal cord injury utilizing innovative techniques. To accomplish this, we provide a thorough assessment of your current physical abilities. We will take time to discover your personal goals. As a team, we collaborate with you to...Continue Reading

Chris Wynn has been an inspiring and active member of our community for many years. Many will remember him as the driving force behind Buckeye Wellness, an adaptive fitness center that provided individuals with spinal cord injuries (SCIs) access to specialized equipment and, just as importantly, a supportive peer network. Unfortunately, Buckeye Wellness closed in...Continue Reading

The MSKTC works closely with researchers in the 14 Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Model System Centers to develop resources for people living with spinal cord injury and their supporters. They have several user-friendly resources that are grounded in evidence and available in a variety of formats such as printable PDF documents, videos, and slideshows.  Adjustment...Continue Reading

The journey after a spinal cord injury or related disorder (SCI/D) is deeply personal—but it doesn’t have to be lonely. Through shared experiences, compassionate conversations, and trusted support, healing can happen not just physically, but emotionally and mentally as well. That’s where USANEO’s Connect-In Peer Mentoring Program comes in. Designed to foster community and connection,...Continue Reading