Importance of Recreation & Role of Supporters
Research shows that recreation plays an important role in quality of life, life satisfaction and community participation following a spinal cord injury.
Adaptive Checklists
Adaptation Toolkit
Personal Considerations
Safety Considerations
There is inherent risk in all sports and outdoor recreation. With all recreation, the goal is to promote safety and minimize risk when possible. However, we are not able to mitigate all risk without modifying the experience. When recreating with individuals with spinal cord injuries, it is important to be aware of the secondary health conditions and additional safety concerns to maximize both experience and safety.
Autonomic Dysreflexia
Orthostatic Hypotension
Body Temperature
Bowel Management
Bladder Management
Skin Protection & Management
Nutrition
Hydration
Lived Experiences
Athlete Interviews
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Self Directed Courses for Everyday Mobility
These self-directed online courses are designed to complement the existing resources of the Wheelchair Skills Program (WSP) by providing structured tutorials to help manual wheelchair users develop practical skills for everyday life. They may also be helpful for care partners, family members, friends, and rehabilitation professionals as a supplemental training resource.
