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Skimboarding: a new cause of water sport spinal cord injury
Spinal Cord, 10/26/09

Collier TR et al. – Previous studies on skimboarding have demonstrated the risk of extremity fractures and soft tissue injuries. Spinal cord injury should be considered an additional risk associated with skimboarding, particularly as the sport has grown in popularity and become more 'extreme' in the maneuvers performed. Increased education and awareness about the potential risk of spinal cord injury are essential.

Association of depression and pain interference with disease-management self-efficacy in community-dwelling individuals with spinal cord injury
Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, 11/10/09 Relevance Score: 82%

The efficacy and safety of routine bowel cleansing agents for elective colonoscopy in persons with spinal cord injury - a randomized prospective single-blind study
Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 11/03/09 Relevance Score: 82%

Thromboprophylaxis in Patients with Acute Spinal Injuries: An Evidence-Based Analysis
Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, 11/03/09 Relevance Score: 82%

Peripheral and central sensitization in remote spinal cord regions contribute to central neuropathic pain after spinal cord injury
Pain, 10/26/09 Relevance Score: 82%

Low-Carb Diet Speeds Recovery From Spinal Cord Injury
ScienceDaily, 10/23/09 Relevance Score: 82%