Research in the NSIC Research is of the utmost importance for the future development in the treatment and rehabilitation of spinal cord injury and the National Spinal Injuries Centre is an active research centre. If you are interested in finding out more about what research is and why we do it please speak to your Consultant, GP, or any other …
Recommended reading
This section describes a range of books and factsheets that you may find interesting or helpful. It includes suggestions made by the SIA Librarian and other healthcare professionals. Many of these books can be obtained through Amazon Books www.amazon.co.uk General reading Factsheets Dealing with anxiety Relaxation Relationships Teenage reading General reading Moving Forward: the guide to living with spinal cord …
Glossary
Here are some acronyms you may come across. Let us know if you need more explanation, or if there are any others you hoped to find… AT Assistive Technology DEXA Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry FIM Functional Independence Measure MS Multiple Sclerosis PM&R Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation PTSD Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder SCI Spinal Cord Injury SIG Special Interest Group TBI Traumatic …
Professional counselling bodies
It can be challenging to find the right professional for your needs,and it may involve some trial and error. This link gives an introduction to different kinds of talking therapy:https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/drugs-and-treatments/talking-therapy-and-counselling/about-talking-therapies/ Click on the tabs below to find out more about some key Professional Counselling BodiesNOTE: Some professionals offer a free or reduced-price introductory session, which can be helpful. Index BABCP …
Index to useful websites
www.horatiosgarden.org.uk Beautiful gardens in NHS spinal injury centres www.lifeafterparalysis.com Stoke Mandeville Spinal research www.spinal.co.uk Spinal Injuries Association website | Freephone Information Line: 0800-980 0501 www.spinalnet.co.uk Lots of information and links www.backuptrust.org.uk organisation offering ‘challenging activities’ to build confidence and independence www.aspire.org.uk Rehabilitation and reintegration of people with SCI www.brainandspine.org.uk Organisation offering ‘challenging activities’ to build confidence and independence www.spinalcordinjury.co.uk Variety …
