Purdue Biochemist Links ALS to Defect in Protein-Transporting Gene

Understanding the role of VAPB could one day lead to treatment and prevention.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Dec 17, 2012

Studies: Psoriasis Medication Effective as MS Treatment

New England Journal of Medicine discusses BG-12 findings.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Oct 01, 2012

House Passes Pediatric Research Network Bill

Spinal muscular atrophy, Duchenne MD would be among the conditions studied.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Oct 01, 2012

Study: Stem Cells in MD Therapy Do Better in Low-Oxygen Environment

Low survival rates may be caused by stem cell "suffocation," researchers say.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Sep 04, 2012

University of Pittsburgh to Lead SCI Study

Five-year, multi-site study aims to improve consumers' wheelchair skills.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Jul 31, 2012

FDA Approves Lyrica for Neuropathic Pain from SCI

Medication was previously approved for pain from diabetes and fibromyalgia.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Jul 17, 2012

SCI Roundup: Ultralights & Propulsion

RESNA’s Position Paper Highlights Ultralight Chair Applications

Report discusses how seat slope, seat-to-back angle, backrest heights and other measurements impact ride.

• Jun 01, 2012

SCI Roundup: Ultralights & Propulsion

Propulsion Resources

• Jun 01, 2012

Report: Arthritis Patients Exercise Efforts Often Impeded

Foundation report identifies obstacles and six influential segments that could improve activity levels.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• May 30, 2012

Study: Wheelchair Breakdowns Are Increasing Among Consumers with SCI

Chairs purchased by Medicare and Medicaid experience more breakdowns than those purchased by other payors.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• May 22, 2012

RESNA Launches Position Paper on Ultralight Chairs

Paper describes factors that differentiate ultralight manual chairs from other products.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Apr 18, 2012

Consumer News

BraunAbility Infographic: 3.3 Million Wheelchair Users in America

Statistics show the impact of disabilities on daily living.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Dec 14, 2011

Kessler Foundation Wins SCI Research Grant

Five-year grant will include study of combination locomotor therapy using dalfampridine.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Oct 14, 2011

Report: Power-Assist Market Worth $328 Million by 2017

Study says technology's appeal will rise in next five years.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Oct 14, 2011

Kessler Foundation Seeks Employment Experiences from People with Disabilities

Research and advocacy organization celebrates Disability Employment Awareness month.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Oct 03, 2011

Putting Pain Under the Microscope: Q&A with Melissa M. Morrow, Ph.D.

• Sep 01, 2011

Online Exclusive!

When Funding Impacts Function

Cushion Customization Project Update

• May 01, 2011

University of Pittsburgh Study Highlights Ability of Skin-Protection Cushions to Prevent Pressure Sores

Nursing home residents with mobility limitations were the subjects of study.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Jan 04, 2011

AT Research

If Passive Standing Is Good, Is Dynamic Even Better?

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Apr 01, 2010

Consumer Groups Survey Wheelchair Users on Equipment Selection, Purchases

Info gathered will be used to lobby policy makers, CMS.

Through November, consumer groups are gathering data on complex rehab wheelchairs in a project endorsed by AAHomecare, NRRTS and NCART.

• By Laurie Watanabe
• Nov 16, 2009