Research: Publications & Presentations

We Investigate, Collaborate and Share Knowledge

The Regional Spinal Cord Injury Center of the Delaware Valley is committed to advancing and sharing knowledge of spinal cord injury care, treatment and cure. Here are publications and presentations by our staff since the last issue of The Cord.

PUBLICATIONS

Betz, S., Cadematori, C. & Mulcahey, M.J. (2021). Thriving after pediatric spinal cord injury: two life stories. Spinal Cord Series and Cases, 7(25). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41394-02100392-8

Cadematori, C., Alpajora, B., Sivori, T., Betz, S., Gerhardt, N., Dunn, W., Mulcahey, M.J. (2021). Preliminary examination of Coaching in Context with clients with spinal cord injury. The International Spinal Cord Academy, 7(27). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41394-02100391-9

PRESENTATIONS

FEBRUARY 2022 APTA Combined Sections Meeting, San Antonio, TX • Fanto D. Presentation: Evaluation and Treatment of Gaze Stability in

Moderate Traumatic Brain Injury:

A Case Report SEPTEMBER 2021 ASCIP (Academy of Spinal Cord Injury Professionals) Conference, Reno, NV • Hicks T, Cooke G. Presentation:

Sexual Education in Rehab:

Facilitating Co-Treat Sessions

• Houtman R. Presentation: “Life After

Inpatient Rehab. What Next?

Navigating Therapy Transitions”

FEBRUARY 2021 APTA Combined Sections Meeting, Virtual Event • Fanto D, Beus E. Presentation:

Evaluation and Treatment of

Unilateral Hypofunction in an

Individual with Chronic Tetraplegia

CURRENT or UPCOMING RESEARCH

Title: Activity-based Training for Arm and Hand Function in Spinal Cord Injury Purpose:To examine upper limb activity-based rehabilitation delivered by rehabilitation technology (such as gaming) for individuals with spinal cord injuries. Principle Investigator: Namarata Grampurohit For more information, contact: nxg073@jefferson.edu or 206-353-6054 Title: Biomechanics of Adaptive Rowing in Active and Inactive Manual Wheelchair Users Purpose: To characterize the biomechanics of the adaptive rowing stroke in active and inactive individuals who use a MWC for mobility. To identify clinical factors (shoulder strength, range of motion, pectoralis minor muscle extensibility), quality of life, and community participation in active compared to inactive individuals who use a MWC for mobility. Principle Investigator: Liz Euiler For more information, contact: 603-520-6975 or ede29@drexel.edu

Title: Using Smartphones to Improve Physical Activity Levels of Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury Purpose: To help individuals with spinal cord injury improve their physical activity levels in the community. Principle Investigator: Shivayogi Hireman, PhD For more information, contact: Shivayogi Hireman, PhD 215-204-0496 shiv.hireman@temple.edu Mary Schmidt Read, PT, DPT, MS, FASIA mary.schmidt@jefferson.edu

New Neurorestoration Screening Clinic

The Center for Neurorestoration at Thomas Jefferson University is launching a new screening clinic for individuals with chronic neurological conditions to learn about:

• new clinical care options

• clinical trials in the Philadelphia region • integrative medicine to promote brain health and overall wellness

• assistive device options to improve independent function • financial education You can think of the clinic as getting a second opinion from a neurologist, yet with the support of a larger team. This visit would be charged to your insurance, and our philanthropy fund will cover your co-pay.

Our new Center has the latest information on all current and upcoming clinical trials in Philadelphia and across the country. Provide us with your name and contact information for updates on the new trials as they are approved.

Interested? Questions? For more information, please email: CenterNR@jefferson.edu.