SEX LIFE FOR PEOPLE WITH SPINAL CORD INJURY: TRYING NEW TECHNIQUES

Many individuals and couples are set in their sexual ways. As in other aspects of life, we may discover something that “works” sexually and then stick with it, perhaps not realizing we are excluding other potentially enjoyable activities. But after a spinal cord injury, certain sexual positions and actions may not be possible because of [...]

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Vitamin C is important for the formation and repair of cartilage, collagen, and other organic components of bone. It increases calcium absorption. Severe deficiency of vitamin C can result in scurvy, a disease that sometimes has bone abnormalities associated with it. what (else) is it good for? Boosting the immune system and fighting infections (the [...]

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Bursa are small, fluid-filled sacs located around the knee and other joints throughout the body. The primary purpose of bursa is to lubricate the joint and reduce friction. Bursitis can occur when bursa become irritated from an injury such as banging the knee or chronic wear and tear. For example, a well-known problem related to [...]

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The balance between calcium and phosphorus is paramount— and precarious. Phosphorus is beneficial, generally speaking, working with calcium to form bones and teeth. We all get enough from the high-protein foods (many of which are also high in phosphorus) and processed foods (many of which have phosphorus added) in our diets. In fact, far too [...]

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