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Quadriplegia

Five Products for Living with Quadriplegia

As a quadriplegic, I know first-hand how devastating a spinal cord injury (SCI) can be. It's life-changing! Whether this injury has led to paraplegia or tetraplegia (a.k.a. quadriplegia), the future becomes uncertain. You don't have the answers and sometimes don't even know the questions. With paralysis, mobility becomes seriously hindered. So how do you maintain your independence and quality of life?

Quadriplegia

Overcoming Complications of Quadriplegia

Quadriplegia is defined by paralysis affecting all four limbs (two arms and two legs). This can be brought on up by several factors, some of which include illness or injury. Quadriplegia is also known as tetraplegia and usually can lead to partial to full paralysis in all limbs.

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