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24
Nov

Nutrition to Help with Depression

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When treating depression or depression-like symptoms, many don’t think of nutrition.  However, when focusing on consuming specific nutrients, especially those that help your brain, can improve your mood and provide energy needed to perform all the daily necessities of life.  Your gut health can also play a role in helping depressive symptoms because of the communication it has with your brain through the neurotransmitters that help you think, stay focused, and feel motivated as well as help you feel happy or calm (dopamine and serotonin). 

03
Nov

Staying Socially Connected

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According to Brigham Young University psychology professor and researcher Dr. Julianne Holt-Lunstad, being socially connected is considered a fundamental human need.  Social support has been known to positively influence life satisfaction and health, and even mortality,  among those living with spinal cord injuries (SCI) and disorders.  Our connection to others enables us to better battle diseases and take part in a meaningful, productive life.  And research shows that those that take part in social activities generally live longer, have a sense of purpose in life, and maintain a better mood.

27
Oct

A Night of Trivia & Raffle Fundraiser

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Join us for A Night of Trivia & Raffle Fundraiser on Saturday, November 18, 2023, from 4:00 – 8:00 pm EST in the Scenic Valley Room at the Emerald Necklace Marina in the Clevland MetroParks. (Address: 1500 Cleveland Metro Park Dr Lakewood, Ohio 44107) To purchase Trivia Tickets, please visit https://events.eventgroove.com/event/4th-Annual-A-Night-Of-Trivia-Fundraiser-84691 Socialize at 4:00 pm […]

20
Oct

MSKTC Resource: Wheelchair Information

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The Model System Knowledge and Translation Center (MSKTC) is a national center that helps facilitate the knowledge translation process to make research meaningful to those with Spinal Cord Injury, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Burn Injury. This library is home to factsheets, podcasts, videos, and comics to describe different areas affected by spinal cord injury.

06
Oct

Nutrition for Overall Health

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Megan Hammond Nechols We’ve talked about nutrition for specific health conditions for those living with spinal cord injuries (SCI) in previous blogs.  We’ve talked about nutrition for fatigue, depression, respiratory health, and cardiovascular health.  For this issue, we thought it would be a nice change of pace to talk about nutrition for overall health. The […]

29
Sep

Aquatic Therapy – What is it and is it helpful? 

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Have you ever heard of aquatic therapy? Have you ever wondered if it would be helpful with your spinal cord injury? Aquatic therapy is water-based therapeutic exercise.  It is also sometimes called hydrotherapy.  The value of doing exercises in water is based on 3 physical properties:  temperature, density, and viscosity.

22
Sep

Coping with Frustrations after a Spinal Cord Injury

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Coping with a spinal cord injury can be challenging. It is a big change in your life, and there are ways to keep going in life and continue doing things you enjoy. You must learn about coping and which strategy will work best for you and your lifestyle. There are so many strategies out there that are just waiting for you to try them, but here are a few that worked for many other people with spinal cord injuries.  Remember, you are not alone in the journey. Various strategies and resources are available to help you adapt and lead a fulfilling life.