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| Previous 10 | National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center | http://main.uab.edu/show.asp?durki=10766 National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury/Research Supervises and directs the collection, management and analysis of the world's largest spinal cord injury database. |
| Previous | Stem Cell Research in Spinal Cord Injury | http://www.namiscc.org/newsletters/December01/SCI-stem-cell-research.htm Stem Cell Research in Spinal Cord Injury | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury/Research Summary of current research in treating spinal cord injury and the new applications of stem cells in that research. |
| Random 1 | Common Orthopedic Disorders - Knee | http://www.drmendbone.com/knee.htm Common Orthopedic Disorders - Knee | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Wounds_and_Injuries Description of several conditions and injuries of the knee, by Richard S. Glosser, M.D. |
| Random 2 | Bibliography of High-Altitude Medicine and Physiology | http://annie.cv.nrao.edu/habibqbe.htm Bibliography of High-Altitude Medicine and Physiology | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Wounds_and_Injuries/Altitude_Sickness Search by author, title, or citation. |
| Random 3 | Xoreyetes | http://www.dancers.gr Xoreyetes | Top/Arts/Performing_Arts/Dance/Modern/Companies/Europe Modern Greek dancing company participating in many European projects. |
| Random 4 | New York State Association of Nurse Anesthetists | http://www.nysana.com/ New York State Association of Nurse Anesthetists | Top/Health/Nursing/Specialties/Anesthesia/Associations Includes recertification requirements, history, news, alerts and a calendar of events. |
| Random 5 | Amato | http://www.kyotan.com/ Amato | Top/Shopping/Health/Alternative/Herbs/Chinese Online ordering for Reishi Extract. Located in Tokyo. |
| Next | Spinal Cord Injury: Hope Through Research | http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/pubs/sci.htm Spinal Cord Injury: Hope Through Research | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury/Research Informational booklet about efforts to develop better treatments, compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). |
| Next 10 | Exercising Toward Repair of the Spinal Cord | http://www.nytimes.com/2002/09/22/national/22NEUR.html Exercising Toward Repair of the Spinal Cord | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury/Treatment New York Times article about actor Christopher Reeve's progress toward rehabilitation and the larger story of evidence that intense physical exercise can help restore the brain and spinal cord after serious injury. |
| Random 1 | AnimeHQ | http://maxpages.com/animehqxtreme AnimeHQ | Top/Arts/Animation/Anime/Fandom/A Trivia, jokes, fan works, image galleries, and story information for Gundam Wing, Sailor Moon, Pokémon, and Dragon Ball. |
| Random 4 | Crystal Air | http://crystalair.ca Crystal Air | Top/Business/Healthcare/Products_and_Services/Filters_and_Purifiers Provides commercial and domestic ozone generators and purifiers for air and water purification. |
| Random 4 | Lippincott Williams and Wilkins: Veterinary Medicine | http://www.lww.com/vetmed/ Lippincott Williams and Wilkins: Veterinary Medicine | Top/Shopping/Publications/Books/Professional_and_Technical/Health/Veterinary Books and PDA products for small, large, and exotic veterinarians. |
| Next 70 | Jim Lubin's Home Page | http://www.makoa.org/jlubin/closeup.htm Jim Lubin's Home Page | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury/Personal_Pages About Jim, including favorite links, resources, computers and family. |
| Previous 70 | Michaels Story of TBI | http://navydiver.2itb.com/ Michaels Story of TBI | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Personal_Pages A young mans struggle after a traumatic brain injury. Provides resources for others who have TBI or wish to find out more. |
| Next 170 | UMDS: LMBBS | http://www.isgrd.umds.ac.uk/laurence/ UMDS: LMBBS | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Brain_Diseases/Bardet-Biedl_Syndrome Information for health-care professionals involved in the care of Laurence-Moon-Bardet-Biedl Syndrome patients and for parents or relatives seeking education on the syndrome. |
| Previous 170 | Neurorestorative Speciality Centers | http://www.neurorestorative.com/ Neurorestorative Speciality Centers | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Treatment_and_Residential_Programs Neurorehabilitation and neurobehavioral services for adults and youth with post-acute brain injury. Customized treatment programs available in various southern locations. |
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| Previous 270 | Living With Rett Syndrome | http://members.tripod.com/~conniecoughlin/livingwrs.html Living With Rett Syndrome | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Rett_Syndrome/Personal_Pages Connie's story with information and links. |
| Other resource N0 | Brain Injury - A Guide for Families and Friends | http://www.vh.org/Patients/IHB/Neuro/BrainInjury/00TableOfContents.html Brain Injury - A Guide for Families and Friends | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury Basic information about brain injury and its treatment, from the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. |
| Other resource N1 | Brain Injury Resource Center | http://www.headinjury.com/ Brain Injury Resource Center | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury Offers information, reference materials, and self-help resources. Provides links to support and discussion groups, rehabilitation sites, publications and journals. |
| Other resource N2 | Coma Waiting Page | http://www.waiting.com/ Coma Waiting Page | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury Information about coma and brain injury directed at helping with answers and support in those critical first days and weeks, while waiting for someone to awake from a coma. |
| Other resource N3 | TBINET at Mount Sinai School of Medicine | http://www.mssm.edu/tbinet/ TBINET at Mount Sinai School of Medicine | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury The Research and Training Center on Community Integration of Individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury. Provides a large database on a variety of Post-TBI challenges as well as the activities and research findings of the RTC. Maintains a newsletter, consumer reports, and journal articles for individuals with TBI and their family and friends. Also offers other publications and resources, designed for professionals. |
| Other resource N4 | The Brain Spot | http://www.unc.edu/depts/recreate/spot/ The Brain Spot | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury An accessible site designed for brain injury survivors, persons with memory impairments and new Internet users. Includes links to games, discussion board, activity resources, and personal pages. |
| Other resource N5 | Missouri Model Brain Injury System | http://www.hsc.missouri.edu/~mombis/ Missouri Model Brain Injury System | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury Investigating factors that affect and improve the outcomes of individuals with traumatic brain injury. Primarily serving patients in rural settings. |
| Other resource N6 | Whiplash Injury | http://www.vertigo-dizziness.com/english/whiplash_injury.html Whiplash Injury | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury Scientific information about cervicocephalic trauma, lesions, symptoms, and recovery. |
| Other resource N7 | BrainInjury.com | http://www.braininjury.com/ BrainInjury.com | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury A medical, legal, and informational resource for persons dealing with traumatic brain injury (TBI). |
| Other resource N8 | What You Should Know About Traumatic Brain Injury | http://www.cdc.gov/safeusa/home/tbi.htm What You Should Know About Traumatic Brain Injury | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury Fact sheet with tips for preventing brain injuries from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, SafeUSA. |
| Other resource N9 | Traumatic Brain Injury: Cognitive and Communication Disorders | http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/voice/tbrain.asp Traumatic Brain Injury: Cognitive and Communication Disorders | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury NIDCD's fact sheet covering the problems, assessment, treatment, and research related to TBI. |
| Other resource N10 | Safety Tips for Farming with a Brain Injury | http://www.cdc.gov/nasd/docs/d000001-d000100/d000052/d000052.html Safety Tips for Farming with a Brain Injury | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury Article from National Agricultural Safety Database (NASD) talking about special considerations and concerns. Farmers with brain injuries share a list of general tips to help prevent additional injuries. |
| Other resource N11 | eMedicine Health - Concussion | http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/9251-1.asp eMedicine Health - Concussion | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury Information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of concussions. |
| Other resource N12 | Stories Of Brain Injury Rehabilitation | http://www.severe-brain-injury.com/ Stories Of Brain Injury Rehabilitation | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury An Occupational Therapist describes the rehabilitation of a young man with severe brain injury. This masters thesis includes journal and treatment notes, quotes, and the therapist's thoughts. |
| Other resource N13 | CARE-SPOUSE-L | http://www.lsoft.com/scripts/wl.exe?SL1=CARE-SPOUSE-L&H=LISTSERV.TBINET.ORG CARE-SPOUSE-L | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Mailing_Lists ABI/TBI caregivers discussion for people who care for a spouse with a brain injury. Also provides subscription guidelines and an archive of past posts. |
| Other resource N14 | TBI-CARING-KIDS | http://www.lsoft.com/scripts/wl.exe?SL1=TBI-CARING-KIDS&H=LISTSERV.TBINET.ORG TBI-CARING-KIDS | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Mailing_Lists Provides information and support to TBI/ABI Caregiving Kids. Also gives subscription information and access to past postings. |
| Other resource N15 | TBI-SPRT | http://www.lsoft.com/scripts/wl.exe?SL1=TBI-SPRT&H=MAELSTROM.STJOHNS.EDU TBI-SPRT | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Mailing_Lists Saint John's University traumatic brain injury support group list. Contains subscription instructions and archived postings. |
| Other resource N16 | Missouri TeleRehabilitation Training Program | http://www.telerehab.net/ Missouri TeleRehabilitation Training Program | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Treatment_and_Residential_Programs Joint effort to promote access to appropriate behavioral health care in rural communities. |
| Other resource N17 | Thompson's Brain Injury Rehab | http://www.thompsonsbraininjuryrehab.com/ Thompson's Brain Injury Rehab | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Treatment_and_Residential_Programs Day rehabilitation program in Virginia to assist brain injury survivors in overcoming their disabilities and with the transition to home, school, work and independent living. |
| Other resource N18 | Quality Living, Inc. - Brain Injury Specialists | http://www.qliomaha.com Quality Living, Inc. - Brain Injury Specialists | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Treatment_and_Residential_Programs Residential rehabilitation program dedicated to assisting those with acquired brain injury to re-integrate them into the community and provide support for their families and careers. |
| Other resource N19 | Neurobehavioral Healthcare Systems | http://www.nhsltd.com Neurobehavioral Healthcare Systems | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Treatment_and_Residential_Programs A network of rehabilitation facilities which includes rehabilitation for pediatric and adult patients who have suffered neurological or brain injury. |
| Other resource N20 | Futures Unlimited | http://www.futuresunlimited.com Futures Unlimited | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Treatment_and_Residential_Programs An out patient physical therapy clinic located in Columbus, Mississippi. Unique in the application of physical therapy techniques. Spasticity is reduced without medication or electrical stimulation. Range of motion is improved without practice. Muscle tone and muscle bulk is frequently increased without resistive exercise. |
| Other resource N21 | Ohio Valley Center For Brain Injury Prevention And Rehabilitation | http://www.ohiovalley.org/ Ohio Valley Center For Brain Injury Prevention And Rehabilitation | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Treatment_and_Residential_Programs Develops and distributes model programs of prevention, acute care and rehabilitation for people who have had brain injuries. Provides service to survivors, families and service providers on a national level. |
| Other resource N22 | Saskatchewan Association for the Rehabilitation of the Brain Injured (SARBI) | http://s.a.r.b.i.tripod.com/sarbi/ Saskatchewan Association for the Rehabilitation of the Brain Injured (SARBI) | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Treatment_and_Residential_Programs Offers individually designed, physically based, rehabilitation programs to clients with severe acquired brain injury. |
| Other resource N23 | Westcountry Case Management | http://www.westcountrycasemanagement.co.uk/ Westcountry Case Management | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Treatment_and_Residential_Programs Advocacy and management service for people with brain injury or neurological impairment in SouthWest UK residential, rehabilitation, or community settings. Member of British Association of Brain Injury Case Managers. |
| Other resource N24 | Mild Traumatic Brain Injury | http://www.qeeg.com/mtbi.html Mild Traumatic Brain Injury | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Treatment_and_Residential_Programs Providing treatment of MTBI with neurotherapy and vision therapy techniques without the use of medications. From the Behavioral Medicine Associates, Inc. in Edina, Minnesota. |
| Other resource N25 | Learning Services | http://www.learningservices.com/ Learning Services | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Treatment_and_Residential_Programs A national provider of innovative rehabilitation and supported living programs for individuals with an acquired brain injury. Programs available in various USA locations. |
| Other resource N26 | Sandpoint Traumatic Brain Injury Unit | http://www.valleyvista.org/SandTBI.htm Sandpoint Traumatic Brain Injury Unit | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Treatment_and_Residential_Programs Long-term residential care in a Christian setting for those who no longer need hospital or constant rehabilitative care but are not able to live on their own. A service of Valley Vista Care Corporation in Idaho. |
| Other resource N27 | Peartree House | http://www.peartreerehab.co.uk Peartree House | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Treatment_and_Residential_Programs Center specializing in long and short-term individualized treatment of younger people with an acquired brain injury. A team of specialists offer occupational, physical, psychological, speech, and recreational rehabilitation, along with community and independent living skills. Located in Southampton, UK. |
| Other resource N28 | Head Injury Rehabilitation & Referral Services, Inc. (HIRRS) | http://www.headinjuryrehab.org/ Head Injury Rehabilitation & Referral Services, Inc. (HIRRS) | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Treatment_and_Residential_Programs Serves individuals with neurological impairments, specializing in brain injuries. Offers residential and outpatient programs, vocational training, life skills assistance, educational goals, and assistance in accessing community and medical resources. A non-profit agency located in Rockville, MD. |
| Other resource N29 | The Neuro Institute | http://www.theneuroinstitute.com/ The Neuro Institute | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Treatment_and_Residential_Programs Providing occupational, physical, massage, and speech therapies and rehabilitation for patients with acquired brain and spinal cord injuries. Located in Arizona. |
| Other resource N30 | Supportive Living, Inc. | http://www.supportivelivinginc.org/ Supportive Living, Inc. | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Treatment_and_Residential_Programs Offers life-long supportive housing, life skills training, recreational activities, and personal care attendants to enable survivors of brain injury to achieve their highest level of independence in the community. Located in Massachusetts. |
| Other resource N31 | Our House TBI Residence | http://www.ourhouse-tbiresidence.com/ Our House TBI Residence | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Treatment_and_Residential_Programs A licensed residential facility that provides a structured, safe, transitional program for adults recovering from traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, or other related injuries. Located in Shelby Township, Michigan. |
| Other resource N32 | Traumatic Head Injury Rehabilitation Services at Robin Hill Farm | http://www.robinhillfarm.com/ Traumatic Head Injury Rehabilitation Services at Robin Hill Farm | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Treatment_and_Residential_Programs Educational and rehabilitation services for adults throughout the Northeast with acquired brain injury. Providing assisted living in a residential setting in West Deering, NH. |
| Other resource N33 | Coma Recovery Association | http://comarecovery.org/ Coma Recovery Association | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Organizations A non-profit organization for coma and brain injury survivors, family members, friends and professionals. Offerings include mutual aid and support, support group meetings, general information, referrals and advocacy. |
| Other resource N34 | Brain Injury Association of New Zealand | http://www.brain-injury-nz.org Brain Injury Association of New Zealand | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Organizations Provides information, advocacy and support to people with brain injuries, family members, and caregivers. Has listing of branch offices, and offers Social Rehabilitation clinics in a variety of cities. |
| Other resource N35 | Ontario Brain Injury Association | http://www.obia.on.ca/ Ontario Brain Injury Association | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Organizations Committed to enhancing the quality of life for those living with an acquired brain injury by providing support services, professional development programs, and community involvement. Offers newsletter, calendar of events, and resource information. |
| Other resource N36 | Headway UK | http://www.headway.org.uk Headway UK | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Organizations Brain injury association is a registered charity in England. Its aims are to promote understanding of all aspects of head injury and to provide information, support and services to people who have suffered a head injury, their family and carers. |
| Other resource N37 | Waikato Head Injury Society | http://www.whis.nzl.org/ Waikato Head Injury Society | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Organizations Provides advocacy, education, referral, counseling and support services to brain injured individuals in New Zealand. Check for meeting and event schedules as well as guides to understanding brain injury, coma, concussion, fatigue, solvent neurotoxicity, and rehabilitation. |
| Other resource N38 | Weiss ABI Work Support Group | http://www.homestead.com/abigroup/ Weiss ABI Work Support Group | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Organizations The New Orleans chapter for people with acquired brain injuries. Provides meeting information, resources, and writings by support group members. |
| Other resource N39 | The Brain Injury Association of Nipissing | http://dawn.thot.net/brain/ The Brain Injury Association of Nipissing | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Organizations Committed to assisting individuals living with the effects of acquired brain injury improve their potential and lead fuller lives. Offers information, referrals, counseling, advocacy, research, education, and activities. |
| Other resource N40 | Head Injury Society of New Zealand | http://www.head-injury.org.nz/ Head Injury Society of New Zealand | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Organizations Provides basic information about brain injury, professional articles, poetry, stories, a newsletter, chat room, and contacts for local support groups. |
| Other resource N41 | Spirit of Suzi Foundation | http://www.spiritofsuzi.org/ Spirit of Suzi Foundation | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Organizations Bringing the joy and excitement of flying in small aircraft to survivors of traumatic brain injury. Scholarships available. |
| Other resource N42 | The Brain Trust | http://www.the-brain-trust.org/ The Brain Trust | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Organizations A non-profit organization providing emergency funding for essential goods and services to people with mild or moderate traumatic brain injury in Colorado. |
| Other resource N43 | Momentum Scotland | http://www.momentumscotland.org/ Momentum Scotland | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Organizations Pioneered the UK's first vocational rehabilitation service for people with traumatic brain injury. Services include community integration, mental health, employment support, job-retention programs, supported living, and assistive technologies. |
| Other resource N44 | Heather Bublick Rehabilitation Foundation | http://www.Fighting4Heather.org/ Heather Bublick Rehabilitation Foundation | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Organizations Help a young woman in her struggle to overcome Traumatic Brain Injury and regain her life. Her dreams tragically taken away while crossing a street on the college campus, the family cannot pay for the rehabilitation and other treatment she requires, and is requesting monetary donations. |
| Other resource N45 | Brain Injury Association of Georgia | http://www.braininjuryga.org/ Brain Injury Association of Georgia | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Organizations/Brain_Injury_Association_Chapters Services include a resource clearinghouse, toll-free help line, statewide directory of service providers, peer support, educational workshops, scholarship fund, advocacy, and support services, camps and conferences for anyone affected by brain injury. |
| Other resource N46 | Brain Injury Association of Kentucky | http://www.braincenter.org/ Brain Injury Association of Kentucky | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Organizations/Brain_Injury_Association_Chapters Provides a technical description of the brain, how a brain can be injured, levels of impairment, levels of injury, effects on family, local events, support group contacts, conferences, and membership information. |
| Other resource N47 | Headway Bedford | http://www.kbnet.co.uk/headway/ Headway Bedford | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Organizations/Headway_Branches Provides a day unit and community based support for persons with a brain injury and their carers through cognitive, emotional, physical, recreational, and social rehabilitation activities. |
| Other resource N48 | Headway Leicester | http://www.headwayleicester.org.uk/ Headway Leicester | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Organizations/Headway_Branches Provides support to people with acquired brain injuries and their caregivers through a day center in Leicester, and outreach support in Leicestershire, Leicester, and Rutland. |
| Other resource N49 | Headway Surrey | http://www.headwaysurrey.org/ Headway Surrey | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Organizations/Headway_Branches Support for people with head injury, their families and carers through a day center, helpline, community workers, support groups, and advocacy. |
| Other resource N50 | Edinburgh Headway Group | http://edinburghheadway.org.uk/ Edinburgh Headway Group | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Organizations/Headway_Branches Based at Astley Ainslie Hospital, provides support to person's with a TBI, their families, and caregivers throughout Edinburgh and the Lothian's. Offers a range of social, recreational, therapeutic, rehabilitative, and educational services. |
| Other resource N51 | Brain Trauma Research Center | http://www.neurosurgery.pitt.edu/trauma/index.html Brain Trauma Research Center | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Research Providing clinical management, research and treatment for traumatic brain and spinal injuries. |
| Other resource N52 | Central Nervous System Injury Laboratory | http://www.giccs.georgetown.edu/labs/faden/ Central Nervous System Injury Laboratory | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Research Research probing the cellular and molecular events that contribute to the physiological, behavioral, neurologic, and histologic damage associated with TBIs. The goal is to develop new, more effective therapies to treat brain injury patients. |
| Other resource N53 | Brain Injury Biomechanics | http://www.neurostaff.org/ Brain Injury Biomechanics | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Research The starting point for understanding of the TBI pathophysiology. The stereotactical phenomena - supported by previously reported results. |
| Other resource N54 | HealingWell Communities - Brain Trauma | http://community.healingwell.com/commun_v3/scripts/topics.pl?NodeID=139599&ClientID=15808 HealingWell Communities - Brain Trauma | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Support_Groups Message boards and chat dedicated to sharing information, support, and coping strategies for individuals with brain injuries. Community moderated by volunteers. |
| Other resource N55 | SoTBI (Survivors of TBI) | http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/SoTBI/ SoTBI (Survivors of TBI) | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Support_Groups Provides a forum for survivors of Traumatic Brain Injury to share experiences, strength, and hope with each other. (Yahoo Group) |
| Other resource N56 | Coma Diaries | http://www.expage.com/page/comadiaries Coma Diaries | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Personal_Pages A resource and support guide on coma and brain injury for family and friends of survivors. |
| Other resource N57 | Greg Whorwood | http://website.lineone.net/~greg.whorwood Greg Whorwood | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Personal_Pages The struggle for a young boy struck down at 15 and in deep coma for three months, semi conscious for another nine months, still recovering and at special college in England. |
| Other resource N58 | Chasin Reynolds: Recovering from TBI | http://hometown.aol.com/misschasin/myhomepage/index.html Chasin Reynolds: Recovering from TBI | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Personal_Pages A touching story of a beautiful, young woman who sustained a traumatic brain injury in an auto accident. Details of the accident, her injuries, and progress. Includes dramatic pictures. |
| Other resource N59 | Michelle's Web | http://www.belec.ca/michelle Michelle's Web | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Personal_Pages For survivors of serious brain injury and their family. Personal stories, links to helpful information, and a message board. |
| Other resource N60 | Richard's Story: A Young Man's Struggle with Traumatic Brain Injury | http://www.richardsstory.co.uk/ Richard's Story: A Young Man's Struggle with Traumatic Brain Injury | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Personal_Pages In November, 1999, Richard suffered horrific brain injuries in a car crash and was given no chance of survival. His father describes the on-going battle with TBI. |
| Other resource N61 | Traumatic Brain Injury: A Mind Numbing Experience | http://royalpalm.tripod.com/injury.html Traumatic Brain Injury: A Mind Numbing Experience | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Personal_Pages A Church Organist talks about his work related TBI and the changes the injury made in his ability to perform at work, home, and playing the organ. |
| Other resource N62 | Traumatic Brain Injury: a Mind Numbing Experience | http://brain-injury.tripod.com/ Traumatic Brain Injury: a Mind Numbing Experience | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Personal_Pages A man relates experiences after receiving a brain injury when a 52 pound television set fell on his head. Includes basic TBI information and resources. |
| Other resource N63 | Sacha's Miraculous Story | http://www3.sympatico.ca/j_chenier/ Sacha's Miraculous Story | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Personal_Pages A baby survives and beats the odds despite severe brain damage from Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy. |
| Other resource N64 | Michaels Story of TBI | http://navydiver.2itb.com/ Michaels Story of TBI | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Brain_Injury/Personal_Pages A young mans struggle after a traumatic brain injury. Provides resources for others who have TBI or wish to find out more. |
| Other resource N65 | Paralysis Society of America | http://www.psa.org/ Paralysis Society of America | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury Promoting quality health care for people with spinal cord dysfunction. |
| Other resource N66 | Paralyzed Veterans of America | http://www.pva.org/ Paralyzed Veterans of America | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury Addresses a wide array of issues experienced by veterans and other people with spinal cord injury or dysfunction. Subjects include legal, medical, sports accessibility, research and veterans issues. Includes many publications online. |
| Other resource N67 | Paralinks | http://paralinks.net Paralinks | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury Paralinks Electronic magazine covers all aspects of living life with spinal cord injuries. |
| Other resource N68 | About.com - Back and Neck Injury | http://backandneck.about.com/ About.com - Back and Neck Injury | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury Information, links, and a chat room, on the subjects of back and neck injury. |
| Other resource N69 | QuadsRus.com | http://quadsrus.com QuadsRus.com | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury An online resource for people living with quadriplegia. Information on travel, products, and career opportunities. |
| Other resource N70 | Think First Foundation | http://www.thinkfirst.ca/ Think First Foundation | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury Dedicated to educating children and teens about the prevention of brain and spinal cord injuries. |
| Other resource N71 | Spinal Cord Injury Peer Information Library on Technology | http://www.scipilot.com Spinal Cord Injury Peer Information Library on Technology | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury SCI PILOT is a resource describing the assistive technology experiences of individuals with quadriplegia from their own perspective. |
| Other resource N72 | Full Circle Foundation | http://www.fullcirclefoundation.com Full Circle Foundation | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury Dedicated to finding a cure for spinal cord injuries and establishing a rehabilitation clinic. Go-kart racing events raise awareness and bring hope to those paralyzed. |
| Other resource N73 | Physiotherapy Exercises For People With Spinal Cord Injury | http://www.physiotherapyexercises.com Physiotherapy Exercises For People With Spinal Cord Injury | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury Written for physiotherapists, site enables users to find exercises appropriate for patients with different neurological disabilities (including spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, stroke and multiple sclerosis). |
| Other resource N74 | Spinal Cord Injury Information Network | http://www.spinalcord.uab.edu Spinal Cord Injury Information Network | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury This federally funded website is devoted to providing the most complete resource for SCI and disability related information. |
| Other resource N75 | Whitney Hope | http://www.whitneyhope.com Whitney Hope | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury Non-profit camp for disabled persons. Includes information on spinal cord injury and a newsletter. |
| Other resource N76 | Reeve-Irvine Spinal Cord Injury Research Center | http://www.reeve.uci.edu Reeve-Irvine Spinal Cord Injury Research Center | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury/Research Dedicated to spinal cord injury research and finding a cure for spinal cord injury and neural degenerative disease. |
| Other resource N77 | Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Units | http://shriners.com/Hospitals/sci.html Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Units | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury/Research Mission is the clinical application of research which has been responsible for many major developments made in the orthopaedic and burn care fields. |
| Other resource N78 | Lois Pope Life Foundation | http://www.life-edu.org/newsletter4.5.html Lois Pope Life Foundation | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury/Research Life Fellows will help lead the way into the prevention and cure of neurological disorders, diseases, and spinal cord injuries. |
| Other resource N79 | Cure Paralysis Now | http://www.cureparalysis.org/ Cure Paralysis Now | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury/Research Devoted to the advancement of the cure for spinal cord paralysis. |
| Other resource N80 | International Spinal Cord Regeneration Center | http://www.electriciti.com/spinal/ International Spinal Cord Regeneration Center | Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Neurological_Disorders/Trauma_and_Injuries/Spinal_Cord_Injury/Research Dr. Fernando Ramirez del Rio has quietly been working miracles in Tijuana Mexico for several years. He has had success regenerating spinal cords using Embryonic Cell Transplant Therapy. |