Starting to prepare for the move to adult healthcare early will help you feel more ready when the time comes.
At this age, it is important for you to start learning about your spinal cord injury, as well as any other health needs you may have. This includes your medications and any allergies. You can start learning more about SCI by visiting this page.
Remember, every spinal cord injury is different. Your experience is unique to you. Talk with your doctor, other health professionals, and your parents or carers to learn more about your own situation.
It can help to write things down and keep your information in one place so you can look back at it later. You can use the medical summary template and health appointment schedule to help you stay organised.
Feel nervous talking to doctors or other health professionals? That is totally normal.
Feeling comfortable and confident when talking to doctors takes practice. It is okay if it feels hard at first—you will get better over time. Here are some helpful tips for talking with healthcare professionals, along with a list of questions you might like to ask about your move to adult healthcare:
