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Wheelchair Skills and Self-Esteem in Chronic SCI

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What is the main objective of developing tailored devices and technologies for individuals with Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)?

To restore function and mobility, thereby enhancing their quality of life and promoting well-being.

What carries the brain's signals to the rest of the body, controlling movements, sensations, and bodily functions?

The spinal cord.

What are the two types of injuries that can result from damage to the spinal cord pathways?

Paraplegia and tetraplegia.

What is the impact of Spinal Cord Injury on individuals, beyond physical limitations?

It has life-altering effects physically and psychologically. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of exploring existing devices for mobility and rehabilitation in the context of body-powered movement?

To enhance the quality of life of individuals with SCI. Signup and view all the answers

What demographic change is occurring in the Spinal Cord Injury population?

The demographics of SCI are changing, particularly among the SCI population. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of pathways in the spinal cord?

They transmit signals from the brain to the rest of the body, controlling movements, sensations, and bodily functions. Signup and view all the answers

What are the consequences of a complete or incomplete loss of movement and sensation in body parts below the level of injury?

Paraplegia or tetraplegia. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of developing devices and technologies that can effectively restore function and mobility for individuals with SCI?

It enhances their quality of life and promotes well-being. Signup and view all the answers

How do individuals with SCI perceive themselves and their place in society?

They face a change in the way they are perceived by society. Signup and view all the answers