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Bowel Tools

Assistive Technology: Bowel Tools

In this article, our Spinal Cord Injury Lifestyle Specialist entry offers objective information and resources for information about bowel tools.

Aaron Baker
using a wheelchair in Austin

Mobility in the City: Austin – Aaron Baker, Spinal Cord Injury Lifestyle Specialist

In this video about using a wheelchair in Austin, Texas, Aaron uses public transportation to check out the best places, including the Capitol Building.

Aimee Sharp
Juice Cleanse

Juice Cleanse – How I Reboot My Bowels

My story starts last November. On the heels of a hearty Thanksgiving feast and the subsequent leftover meals, my body and digestive tract were feeling a bit sluggish. In times past, I have used home-juicing as a method for rebooting my bowels and cleansing my pipes. This time, however, was my first experience with a… Continue reading Juice Cleanse – How I Reboot My Bowels

Aaron Baker
Coming To My Senses

“Coming To My Senses” – New Documentary Featuring Aaron Baker, Spinal Cord Injury Lifestyle Specialist

In this video, our Spinal Cord Injury Lifestyle Specialist Aaron Baker travels to the Austin Film Festival to watch the premiere of "Coming To My Senses."

Aimee Sharp
UTIs in Patients with Spinal Cord Injury

Doctor Re-Examines Evidence on UTIs in Patients with Spinal Cord Injury

UTIs in patients with Spinal Cord Injury can be common. This doctor provides evidence that reusing catheters can increase the risk.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
Bladder Tools

Assistive Technology: Bladder Tools

In a previous blog, I wrote about what I personally use to manage my neurogenic bladder. In this entry, though, I will share objective information and tools that may help when searching for your ideal bladder-care product. Finding the right catheter is a process worth investing in for your long-term health. It involves your doctors… Continue reading Assistive Technology: Bladder Tools

Aaron Baker
Advocacy

Pro-Action Advocacy

When faced with a life-altering event of a loved one, you find yourself navigating unknown waters. I found that pro-action advocacy was the greatest healer.

Laquita Dian
Chicago Abilities Expo

Video: Aaron Baker at the Chicago Abilities Expo

In this video, watch our Spinal Cord Injury Lifestyle Specialist, along with our Ostomy Lifestyle Specialist, visit the Chicago Abilities Expo.

Aimee Sharp
Showering in a Wheelchair

Assistive Technology: Bathing and Bathroom Safety

Showering in a wheelchair and just getting around the bathroom can both be made a lot easier by adapting this room of the house. Here are some tips.

Aaron Baker
Dating Someone in a Wheelchair

Dating Someone in a Wheelchair – From a “Wheelchair Spouse”

Our Spinal Cord Injury Lifestyle Specialist has been married for just over two years now. Here his wife writes how it was dating someone in a wheelchair.

Katelyn Devine Baker
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Why am I always sore after removing my intermittent catheter?
Colin
I, too, used to experience soreness due to catheter insertion and removal. I attributed this to the fact that I was inserting the catheter hose into very delicate tissue...