Spinal Cord Injury and the Family: A New Guide

by Saul Wisnia and Michelle J. Alpert

Book Overview

Spinal cord injury, or SCI, is frequently sudden and unexpected--through accident, disease, or violence, patients temporarily lose control of their bodies and, it seems, their lives. With... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0674027159
• ISBN13: 9780674027152
• Release Date: May 2008
• Publisher: Harvard University Press
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.6" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

Spinal Cord Issues

The work provides guidance on coping strategies for patients and their families faced with chronic spinal cord issues. The thrust of the volume seeks to get patients reconnected to life meaningfully. The book points out that this generation is more patient and tolerant than previous ones with regard to spinal injuries. The challenges to patients are multi-dimensional. For instance, psychological and emotional issues are involved. Each case requires its own mix of support systems. Coping strategies may vary. Patients often divorce due to the insurmountable difficulties. The author does a good job of defining spinal cord injuries and practical coping strategies for the management of the same. The book is priced reasonably.