Tag Archive: differently abled

spinal cord injury

Market Haul: Grocery Shopping with a Spinal Cord Injury

A weekly trip to the grocery store can be a big ordeal with a spinal cord injury. With the right planning, it can be an efficient and enjoyable experience.

Aaron Baker
disability

How Having a Child with Disability Fosters Empathy

People seem to see my child’s disability first, him as a human being second. I have a desire to engender understanding on behalf of my child.

Alethea Mshar
Children with Different Abilities

A Delicate Balance: Parenting Children with Different Abilities

Parenting children with different abilities is hard. As a father to a child with special needs and one with typical needs, I'm learning to strike a balance.

John R. Collen, PA-C
Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Support and Resources for Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Living with spinal muscular atrophy requires knowledge, strength and support. Find resources and support for your journey here.

Sarah Sanchez, NDTR
Down Syndrome Awareness Month

Down Syndrome Awareness Month

October is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month, a time to share information and experiences and increase recognition of these amazing individuals.

Alethea Mshar
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I have been paralyzed from the waist down since 2013. I’ve been steadily gaining weight since then, and I’m starting to get self-conscious about it, especially since people already stare at me in my wheelchair. What are some exercises, things I can do to help me lose this extra weight?
James
Hi James! I'm sorry to hear about your accident, but it sounds like you're motivated to be as strong as possible. Good man! I also had a lean body before my injury. In my experience, nutrition and physical activity are the most effective ways to manage my weight. I have learned that by eating...