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Resources for Families

Information to families supporting a child with spinal cord injury.

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Spinal Cord Injury: Autonomic Dysreflexia
Autonomic dysreflexia (AD) is a dangerous rise in blood pressure that occurs because of the body’s inability to respond to pain or discomfort in the areas of the body that have no feeling. It commonly affects clients with spinal cord injuries at level T6 or above.
Spinal Cord Injury: Autonomic Dysreflexia

Websites

Here are some websites that provide valuable information to families supporting a child with spinal cord injury:

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Spinal Cord Essentials
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Brain Injury RehabSpecialized Orthopedic and Developmental Rehab (SODR)Complex Continuing Care (CCC)