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Wheelchair gut
Posted by Steve Campbell on July 25, 2014 at 9:12pm 3 Comments 1 Like
Is there an exercise I can do to reduce my wheelchair gut? I'm a C5/6 quad from a bicycle accident four years ago. I workout six hours a week at Project Walk in Claremont plus a few hours at home on my own. My core is pretty good thanks to my specialists at PW but I still have a gut over my abs. I started twisting (like the dance) in my chair hoping it will burn off some calories. I lock my brakes, twist back and forth and then go into punching straight ahead. I do three sets of those. I…
Continue Blax gloves
Posted by Steve Campbell on July 21, 2014 at 7:47pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
Hi Pishrim friends. I bought these Blax gloves and they just didn't work for my needs. I'm a C5/6 quad and my hands are closed. I tried them four or five times but they weren't for me. They're barely used and I paid $42.95 for them. I'm asking for $35.00. If you're interested or have questions,…
Let'em Roll Casino Night Fundraiser this Saturday!
Posted by Jessica on July 21, 2014 at 10:33am 1 Comment 0 Likes
Triumph Foundation invites you to join us in helping people triumph over Spinal Cord Injury by supporting our upcoming fundraiser. …
Experimental stem cell treatment FAIL
Posted by Richard Bell on July 16, 2014 at 1:03pm 1 Comment 1 Like
Toyota Siena for sale
Posted by Maribelle Eliora Koller on July 15, 2014 at 3:30pm 0 Comments 2 Likes
I am selling 2004 Toyota Siena. 
It has an automatic IMS ramp that hides under the floor, so the inside of the van has room for friends, family and even camping. The ramp and the van have always worked properly increasing my independence, as I travel by myself to visit…
Episode 44 "Casa Colina" Outdoor Adventures and Land Meets Sea sports camp
Posted by Richard Bell on July 3, 2014 at 4:58pm 0 Comments 7 Likes
In this episode, we sit with Ruben BARAJAS and Priti PATEL to share Casa Colina's outdoor adventure program and the Land Meets Sea Sports Camp. Enjoy :)
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Portland, Oregon travel tips
Started by Michele Altamirano in Care. Last reply by Michele Altamirano on Saturday. 2 Replies 1 Like
Looking for travel tips and info helpful for maneuvering about the city in a manual wheelchair. How accessible is the city?
Suggestions on a RIgid Frame Chair?
Started by Bouri Mila in Equipment. Last reply by Paula Reyes Jun 20. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Hey guys, I could really use some advice. Ever since my surgery three years ago I have been in a large, heavy duty framed folding chair as my everyday. This thing is just pretty much shot and at this point trying to adjust or fix everything would…Continue
6 Things You Need to Know About Weight Control, By Dr. Boris Del Cid, D.C.
Started by Dr. Boris E. Del Cid, D.C. in Food Apr 21. 0 Replies 2 Likes
First of all, we need to know that 20% of people with SCI's end up with diabetes due to weight control issues. Therefore, pay attention to this article I've written to help. I have lost 40 lbs on the last 10 months following these principles. I…Continue
Hardware removal
Started by Annalee Kovaltchouk in Care Feb 14. 0 Replies 0 Likes
I broke my back at the T-9 level in October, 2010. I am a complete para. I have had no pain relief since then. It only continues to get worse. It is slightly below the level of injury around T-10 and it wraps around my body like a vise. And it…Continue
WHILL EV (Electronic Vehicle)
Started by Olivia Almalel in Equipment Feb 13. 0 Replies 1 Like
Just a really cool design and wanted to share.https://whill.jp/news/This is actually already in production and ready for pre-orders.Want to test drive the future sidewalk EV (electric vehicle)?, WHILL type…Continue
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Ballard SCI Life Series Group
August 13, 2014 from 3:30pm to 5pm – Ballard Rehabilitation Hospital
Triumph Foundation's invites you to our SCI Life Series Support Group at Ballard Rehabilitation Hospital. Family members and friends are also welcome to join us. Our meetings will be the 2nd and 4th…
Organized by Jessica | Type: meet, up
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Pushrim - Spinal cord injury Social
August 20, 2014 from 3pm to 4pm – Precision Rehabilitation
Join us for our monthly support group. Held every 3rd wednesday of the month @ Precision Rehab. 3294 E Spring St Long Beach, CA 90806
Organized by Ray | Type: support, group
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2014 Spinal Injury Games
September 13, 2014 from 8:30am to 3pm – Rancho Los Amigos Rehabilitation Center
Click here is sign up http://ranchofoundation.org/sig.html
Organized by Tiffany Yoshida | Type: spinal, cord, injury, games
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