Spinal Diseases
By Kelly Leon Beyond traumatic injury and multiple sclerosis, what diseases and conditions affect the spinal cord? Spinal-cord dysfunctions and disorders develop in many ways. Following are descriptions of some […]
White House Science Fair
Easton LaChapelle with his robotic arm. By PNO Staff Lending a hand for a fraction of the cost President Obama welcomed more than 100 students from over 40 states, representing […]
ALS Therapy Landmark
By ALS Association A study published in the current edition of Lancet Neurology finds the first-in-human trial that involves the injection of antisense molecules into the space around the spinal […]
Balancing the VA Backlog
Secretary Shinseki has set the goal: no claim over 125 days with 98% accuracy by the end of 2015. Photo Brendon Hoffman By Allison Hickey | Dept of Veterans Affairs […]
PVA Awareness Month
By PVA Staff April is Paralyzed Veterans of America Awareness Month This April, Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) is marking the 67th anniversary of its founding by urging all Americans […]
IPC Paralympic Scientific Award
By PNO Staff PVA member and frequent PN Magazine contributor wins IPC Paralympic Scientific Award Dr. Rory Cooper has been elected as the recipient of the IPC's Paralympic Scientific Award […]
Take Control
By PNO Staff Incontinence or other bladder problems got you over a barrel? Regain control over your life with a good bladder program Millions of people have incontinence problems — […]
Slow Speed Ahead
Aboard their accessible barge Endellion, Lesley and Stewart MacLennan enjoy new experiences on Europe’s inland waterways. By PNO Staff Leisurely cruising Europe’s inland waterways in a custom-made accessible barge is […]
More Power to You
Today's power chairs offer users with more mobility and access. Photo MGT. By PNO Staff Power chairs can provide functional mobility for many people with disabilities One of the most […]
Relationships After SCI
By Phil Klebine You are attractive and desirable and have the opportunity to meet people, fall in love, and marry. But relationships are difficult, whether or not you have a […]
