Reconciling life after spinal cord injury – “role of spinal disability support group”

Journal Title: INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CURRENT RESEARCH - Year 2016, Vol 8, Issue 12

Abstract

This article emphasises on the role of spinal disability support group in patients who are paraplegics and quadriplegics post spinal cord injury. The relationship between hope and reconciling life after spinal cord injury is highlighted. The introduction of spinal disability support group improves quality of life in patients of spinal cord injury not only physical wellbeing but also hope inspiring confidence and liaison. The supportive group aims at motivating spinal cord injury patients in changing their perception towards life. Thus helps in improving the overall quality of life such as physical function, independence, emotional wellbeing, occupation, finances, relationship and social functions.

Authors and Affiliations

Dr. Venkata Ramakrishna Tukkapuram, Dr. Nikunj Godhani, Dr. Satish Rudrappa and Dr. Swaroop Gopal

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Dr. Venkata Ramakrishna Tukkapuram, Dr. Nikunj Godhani, Dr. Satish Rudrappa and Dr. Swaroop Gopal (2016). Reconciling life after spinal cord injury – “role of spinal disability support group”. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CURRENT RESEARCH, 8(12), 43019-43020. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-405111