Spinal Cord Injury Model Systems

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Los nervios de la médula espinal y el cerebro controlan los movimientos. Tras la se altera el flujo normal de señales y puese crearse espasticidad: una contracción, sacudida o rigidez del músculo. Aquí sobre cómo controlar la espasticidad tras . https://msktc.org/sci/factsheets/la-espasticidad-y-las-lesiones-de-la-medula-espinal

The nerves of the spinal cord and brain form a complex communication circuit that controls our body movements. After a , the normal flow of signals is disrupted. This can result in spasticity: a twitch, jerk or stiffening of the muscle. Learn more about managing spasticity after . https://msktc.org/sci/factsheets/Spasticity

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A new webinar from Mount Sinai Health System's Spinal Cord Injury Research Center explores the importance of adaptive sports and physical fitness. Give it a watch now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmgFRY2nTxU

This factsheet from the can help you understand your body before and after . https://msktc.org/sci/factsheets/Understanding_SCI_Part_1

Esta hoja informativa del en investigación puede ayudarlo a comprender su cuerpo antes y después de la . https://msktc.org/sci/factsheets/entendiendo-la-lesion-medular-parte-1-el-cuerpo-antes-y-despues-de-la-lesion

The Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center ( ) is a national center that translates health information into easy to understand language and formats for patients with , TBI, and burn injury and their families and caregivers. Learn more here. https://msktc.org/about

Many people with may experience autonomic dysreflexia. Learn more with this factsheet from the here. https://msktc.org/sci/factsheets/autonomic_dysreflexia

Muchas personas con pueden padecer disreflexia autonómica. Obtenga más información con esta hoja informativa de la aquí. https://msktc.org/sci/factsheets/disreflexia-auton%C3%B3mica

How do I keep the romance alive if my partner is also my caregiver? Do everything you can to keep the role of the caregiver separate from that of a romantic partner. This will better allow you to enjoy each other when you are feeling romantic. Here are some tips. https://msktc.org/sci/factsheets/sexuality

¿Cómo mantengo vivo el romance si mi pareja también es mi cuidadora? Haga todo lo posible para separar el papel del cuidador del de su pareja romántica. AsÍ podrá disfrutar mejor el uno del otro cuando se sientan románticos. Aquí hay algunos consejos. https://msktc.org/sci/factsheets/la-sexualidad-y-el-funcionamiento-sexual-despues-de-una-lesion-de-la-medula-espinal

What is sexuality? Your sexuality is what guides your natural desire to bond with others through love, affection, and intimacy. These resources outline how sexuality might be affected after . https://msktc.org/sci-topics/sexuality

¿Qué es la sexualidad? Su sexualidad es lo que guía su deseo natural de vincularte con los demás a través del amor, el afecto y la intimidad. Estos recursos describen cómo la sexualidad podría verse afectada después de . https://msktc.org/spanish-sci-topics/sexualidad

Are you passionate about helping people living with and their families? The goal of the Ambassadors Program is to inform, empower, and help individuals with SCI live well. This could be the perfect role for you! https://msktc.org/sci/ambassador-program

This infographic explains the different parts of a folding manual . The infographic also includes a daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance schedule to reduce wheelchair breakdowns and repair costs. https://msktc.org/sci/infographics/know-and-maintain-your-folding-manual-wheelchair

Are you feeling after a ? The has resources that can help. https://msktc.org/sci-topics/depression-sci

¿Padece después de una de la médula espinal? El tiene recursos en investigación que pueden ayudar. https://msktc.org/spanish-sci-topics/depresi%C3%B3n-y-lme

The provides quick reviews of Model Systems research studies funded by the . These reviews offer timely summaries of newly released model system research studies using lay language for easy access. Check out all the quick reviews here! https://msktc.org/sci/quick-reviews

The works with researchers to develop evidence-based resources for people living with and their supporters. Hot topic modules consist of a suite of resources such as videos, a factsheet, and a slideshow to support people with SCI. https://msktc.org/sci/Hot-Topics

is common and can affect anyone. About 1 in 20 Americans (over 11 million people) get depressed every year. Depression is even more common in the population - about one in five people. Here are resources about managing . https://msktc.org/sci-topics/depression-sci

La es común y puede afectar a cualquier persona. Cerca de 1 de 20 personas en USA (más de 11 millones) se deprime cada año. La depresión es aún más común en la población , cerca 1 de 5 personas. Aquí recursos sobre el manejo de . https://msktc.org/spanish-sci-topics/depresi%C3%B3n-y-lme

The works with researchers to develop evidence-based resources for people living with and their supporters. These materials are available in a variety of formats to make info more accessible. Check out all the infocomics here! https://msktc.org/sci/infographics

Last month, SCI Model System project directors and data collectors convened in Washington, DC. This meeting focused on discussing strategies to enhance care and services for patients with spinal cord injuries (SCI). Together, we're working to achieve the mission of the SCIMS program and improve lives every day.

Are you looking for resources on managing pain after ? The has them here! https://msktc.org/sci-topics/managing-pain-after-sci

¿Está buscando recursos para controlar el dolor después de ? ¡El los tiene aquí! https://msktc.org/spanish-sci-topics/manejo-del-dolor-despu%C3%A9s-de-una-lme

Knowledge translation (KT) is the process by which new knowledge is transformed into information that benefits society through changed policies, behaviors, programs, or practices. This Online KT Toolkit provides guidance on creating a user friendly website. https://msktc.org/Knowledge_Translation/create-user-friendly-websites