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Paralysis Resource Guide by the Reeve Foundation

by Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation

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About

Published by the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation's National Paralysis Resource Center, the Paralysis Resource Guide (PRG) is now in its sixth edition. More than 231,000 copies have been distributed worldwide since 2003, making it one of the most widely accessed free references for people living with paralysis.

What It Does

The guide covers wheelchair selection and power mobility, pressure injury prevention, bowel and bladder management, autonomic dysreflexia, respiratory care, home modification, smart home technology, adaptive driving, travel, employment, and disability benefits. It is available as a free PDF download, e-reader format, or as a printed copy shipped free of charge.

Who It Helps

People living with paralysis from any cause — SCI, stroke, MS, ALS, CP, traumatic brain injury — as well as their caregivers, family members, and healthcare providers looking for plain-language, peer-reviewed guidance on all aspects of life with paralysis.

Who it helps

physical

Details

Cost
Free
Age groups
  • Young Adult (18–26)
  • Adult (26+)

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