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Looking back at the 19th U2FP Symposium on September 27/28, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia (USA)
MiP - 10.12.2024
The organization “Unite 2 Fight Paralysis” is undoubtedly a source of inspiration for us. Founded in 2005 by Susan Maus, Betheny Winkler and Marilyn Smith - Susan and Betheny themselves in wheelchairs and Marilyn with an affected son - now organizes an annual symposium.
The 2024 edition of the “Science & Advocacy Symposium” took place on September 27/28, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia (USA) and represents the 19th edition.
Comprehensive information from the symposium is now available in the form of (YouTube) videos. These can be viewed either directly on YouTube or on the U2FP website at the following link. The organization also offers a very comprehensive source of information on our subject area, including a podcast called “CureCast”. Have fun browsing!
MiP-News #1 - the first issue of our new newsletter was sent out today!
21.11.2024 - MiP
MiP-News #1: Fall 2024: End of the year/Christmas
Dear supporters, community members and friends of “More is Possible”
We present: Issue #1 of our new newsletter (German only). In the future, we will inform you about news about “More is Possible” and topics from the world of spinal cord injuries approximately once a quarter.
In this issue, we provide information on the following topics:
- “More is Possible” at the Swiss Abilities (29/30.11.2024, Lucerne Exhibition Center)
- Platform & Social Media
- MiP community
- Outlook 2025
- GIVINGTuesday - on 03.12.2024
We look forward to your feedback - enjoy reading and browsing - also in the further information...
More is Possible
Hugo | Simon | Philipp | Romano
Paraplegia: Where does research stand today?
16.10.2024 - MiP
We were represented at yesterday's event at the SPZ in Nottwil with an information stand. The event took place for the second time since 2023. The topics were grouped into subject areas, which were presented in the following talks:
Can we heal?
- New cell and stem cell studies in paraplegia (PD Dr. Carl Zipser)
- Control of leg movements by the spinal cord (Prof. Dr. Karen Minassian)
Breathing, blood pressure, first reality
- Treatment of blood pressure instability with epidural electrical stimulation (Dr. Léonie Asboth / Nadine Intering)
- Pneumonia: who is at risk and how could the risk be reduced? (Dr. Gabi Müller / Dr. Anja Raab)
What can I improve?
- What potential for improvement is there for chronic spinal cord injury? (Dr. Edeny Baaklini / Sebastian Tobler)
- Brain-spine interface for regaining arm and hand movements (Dr. Léonie Asboth / Nadine Intering)
At home
- Sexual dysfunction in paraplegia and therapy options (Dr. Dr. Veronika Birkhäuser)
- Work integration after spinal cord injury (Dr. Urban Schwegler)
A review of the event including videos of the individual presentations can be accessed via the following link. (German only)
September - Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Awareness Month
01.09.2024 - MiP
Today is the first day of Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Awareness Month, which is recognized throughout September in the United States. September 3-9 is Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week in Australia.
According to the World Health Organization, between 250,000 and 500,000 people suffer a spinal cord injury each year. No matter where you are in the world, we invite you to join us, learn more and spread the word!
We are raising awareness of this day for the first time today - also with an Instagram post: