The NARIC Multimedia Collection
Documentary short: Moving forward after spinal cord injury.
NARIC Accession Number: O18662. What's this?
Author(s): Price, Billy.
Driving a car and transferring from car to wheelchair
Abstract: This "how-to" video presents an individual with spinal cord injury (SCI) describing her preferences for operating a vehicle, discussing the usefulness of stop lights as pressure relief reminders, and demonstrating how she safely exits the vehicle and transfers back to the wheelchair. Run time 1 minute 49 seconds.
Post date: 01/10/2013 - 08:46
Dysphagia in spinal cord injury
Abstract: This video is designed as a training tape to assist with the early detection of potential swallowing difficulties in patients with tetraplegia. The Rehabilitation Research Center at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center is conducting research to determine the incidence and to identify the specific risk factors of dysphagia in individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). Topics discussed include premorbid conditions, questions to ask patients prior to the swallowing evaluation, and factors that can influence a safe swallow.
Post date: 06/19/2012 - 15:38Equal treatment: Managing diabetes and mental illness.
Abstract: In this podcast, an individual in recovery with diabetes and mental illness shares her story of being diagnosed with both disabilities, tips on how to recognize the risks for developing diabetes, and how to manage both co-occurring conditions to stay healthy. She also provides information on the recommendations of the American Diabetes Association about the types of individuals who should be screened for diabetes. Run time: 10 minutes.
Post date: 06/19/2012 - 14:40
Everyday nutrition for individuals with spinal cord injury.
Abstract: This webcast features reasons, tips, and resources on why nutrition is important after a spinal cord injury (SCI). Because of increased risks of developing specific medical complications as well as the physical challenges of shopping and meal preparation, nutrition plays an important role in the well-being of people living with SCI. Topics discussed include: general guidelines for weight control, protein recommendations, bone health, nutrition supplements, physical activity, steps toward healthier eating, food preparation, and cookbooks. Running time: 58:00.
Post date: 06/19/2012 - 15:57
Floor Transfer
Abstract: This "how-to" video presents an individual with spinal cord injury (SCI) demonstrating the useful skill to master of being able to transfer from a wheelchair to the floor and back again, both with and without assistance. Run time 3 minutes 16 seconds.
Post date: 01/10/2013 - 08:40
Going Up the Escalator
Abstract: This "how-to" video presents an individual with spinal cord injury (SCI) demonstrating the correct way to enter and exit off of an escalator using a manual wheelchair. The presenter also provides advice and safety tips on how to ride up the escalator.
Post date: 01/10/2013 - 08:53
How to - Take off the boots.
NARIC Accession Number: O18709. What's this?
Author(s): Minnick, Shannon.
How to Apply Makeup
NARIC Accession Number: O18708. What's this?
Author(s): Minnick, Shannon.
How to change baby's diaper.
NARIC Accession Number: O18721. What's this?
Author(s): Minnick, Shannon.