Spinal Cord Injury resources

109 printable resources for Spinal Cord Injury: patient and caregiver education handouts, therapy materials, clinical references and evaluation tools for speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists and physical therapists. Written and reviewed by practicing clinicians, ready to print, and included in a Therapy Insights membership.

Clinical Reference

Evidence-Based Practice for SCI

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSpinal Cord Injury
Do you have trouble knowing what outcome measures to use? This document is a quick reference for commonly used outcome measures for individuals after spinal cord injury. The document outlines what measures are best supported depending on severity of injury.
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Clinical Reference

Build-Ups

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsProgressive Neurological ConditionsSpinal Cord InjuryStroke
This resource covers a variety of uses for build-ups, as well as different types of build-ups.
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Clinical Reference

Wheelchair Types

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
AdultOTSeating and MobilitySpinal Cord Injury
Compare different types of wheelchairs and determine which type is the most appropriate for your client using this guide.
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Handout

Respiratory Muscle Strength Training for Speech and Voice

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultSLPMotor Speech/Dysarthria/ApraxiaProgressive Neurological ConditionsRespiratorySpinal Cord InjuryVoice
This resource provides information related to respiratory muscle strength training to improve speech and voice.
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Clinical Reference

Compensatory Strategies for Shaving

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTADLs/IADLsArthritisBrain InjuryProgressive Neurological ConditionsSpinal Cord InjuryStroke
Improve independence with shaving by implementing compensatory strategies and adaptive equipment found in this resource.
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Clinical Reference

Car Transfers

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTBalance/Vestibular/FallsCaregiver SupportsProgressive Neurological ConditionsSeating and MobilitySpinal Cord InjuryStroke
Improve client community engagement by learning about a variety of car transfer techniques, including slide board transfers, horizontal transfers, stand pivot and squat pivot transfers.
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Handout

Botox for the Nervous System

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTBrain InjuryNervous System ConditionsSpinal Cord InjuryStroke
Do you have patients with spasticity? Botox can help with the reduction of spasticity for those with impaired nervous systems. This document helps patients, caregivers, clinicians, and students understand how Botox is used therapeutically.
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Handout

Avoiding Pressure Ulcers

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSLPNervous System ConditionsSpinal Cord Injury
Do you have a patient who is at risk for skin breakdown? This document provides simple and effective tips and recommendations for those with the risk of integument breakdown. Send a patient or caregiver home with these strategies to better improve patient compliance and outcomes.
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Life Satisfaction in Individuals With Long-Term Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury: An Investigation of Associated Biopsychosocial Factors (2022)

AdultOTSpinal Cord Injury
Life satisfaction, a core component of subjective well-being, is an essential aspect of understanding quality of life (QOL) after SCI because it reflects self-perceived evaluation of one’s life. Individuals with traumatic SCI may experience significant physiological, psychological, and social changes after injury, and they have reduced life satisfaction compared with people without SCI. This cross-sectional […]
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Handout

Fair Housing Act Rules: Tools to Advocate for Clients

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTAgingHealth Management and Self AdvocacySpinal Cord Injury
This resource touches on Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and details Fair Housing Act (FHA) rules that may impact the independence of clients, and how these rules can be used to advocate for their quality of life.
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