Information on SCI

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BASIC FACTS

For some basic facts on spinal cord injuries, the spine's anatomy and different levels of injury visit the Spinal Cord Injury: Basic facts webpage here.

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KNOWLEDGE IS POWER

The Sydney Children’s Hospital Network has developed an array of factsheets for young people on topics such as bladder and bowel management, staying active, returning to school and sexuality. Click here to explore more.

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SCI RESOURCES

SCIA has information on their resource hub.

Forward Ability Support has a series of factsheets on living with a SCI you can find here.

Click here for resources on SCI by the ACI Spinal Cord Injury Network.

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PODCASTS

40 Voices - A podcast for families affected by childhood acquired spinal cord injury and dysfunction. Find the podcast here.

Have the Nerve - A podcast series by SCIA that engages in open and honest conversations about living with a SCI. Take a listen here.

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COMICS

Fun, educational and innovative comics to teach children, their families and peers about spinal cord injuries. Two different comics are available:

  1. Evander’s Meditotz Adventure (designed for 3-7 year olds)
  2. Medikidz Explain Spinal Cord Injury (designed for 8-15 year olds)

Request your free copy by emailing: spinecare@northcott.com.au