Abstract
Scelza WM, Kirshblum SC, Wuermser LA, Ho CH, Priebe MM, Chiodo AE. Spinal cord injury
medicine. 4. Community reintegration after spinal cord injury.
This self-directed learning module highlights community reintegration after spinal
cord injury (SCI). It is part of the study guide on spinal cord injury medicine in
the Self-Directed Physiatric Education Program for practitioners and trainees in physical
medicine and rehabilitation. This article specifically focuses on physical, social,
psychologic, and environmental barriers that affect people with SCI and on how these
issues affect relations with others. Recreational and exercise options are also discussed.
Overall Article Objective
To summarize the barriers and opportunities of community reintegration for people
with spinal cord injury.
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