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SCI EDUCATION
Why Education Matters
Spinal cord injury (SCI) education is crucial for raising awareness about the challenges faced by individuals after life-altering injuries. It helps to further understanding within communities, promoting inclusivity and support. Education not only empowers those affected by spinal cord injuries, but also plays a key part in preventing injuries from occurring altogether. By spreading awareness, we can work towards improving the quality of life for individuals with spinal cord injuries and advocate for necessary changes in healthcare and accessibility.
Statistics
17,730
New SCI cases annually in the United States
78%
Of new SCI cases are men, most commonly between the ages of 20-29
$1M
Average healthcare costs following an SCI in the first year alone
40.2%
Of SCI cases stem from motor vehicle accidents
15-19
The most common age range for SCI cases in women
SOURCE: WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION
Our Approach
Mental Health
Mental health is critically important for individuals with spinal cord injuries (SCI), as these injuries can lead to significant physical, emotional, and social challenges. Improvements drive rehabilitation, social optimism, activity, autonomy, and self-advocacy.
Injury Prevention
The importance of supporting individuals after SCI is pivotal in one’s rehabilitation journey. Raising awareness and promoting safety measures that lower the situational risk of injury is equally important. To prevent an injury is an attempt to lower the impact on the healthcare system, communities, and more importantly, the quality of life for individuals and their families.
Inclusivity
An inaccessible world creates barriers and limitations for those with a wide variety of disabilities. True inclusivity ensures that people with physical disabilities are not just present but are actively involved, valued, and supported in their communities.
Access
Sharing data-driven analytics across a wide network aims to lessen the gap in attaining positive outcomes. Models help clinicians predict outcomes, monitor progress, and identify the most effective therapies for each individual, leading to improved recovery. Outside of the hospital, improved access to industry leaders across fields breaks down challenges for finding and connecting with quality resources.
