Neurogenic Skin

with Chris Paton

This session covers the changes that occur in a person's skin following a spinal cord injury. It also addresses the impact of skin damage for someone with SCI and how debilitating this can be.

This session aims to help you understand the changes that are experienced in the skin following SCI. It discusses preventative measures and how to best treat the skin should an injury occur.

The parallel of need: spinal cord injury and mental health

with Lewis Petty

This session focuses on the mental health needs and prevalence of mental health issues within the SCI population.

Suicide prevention and suicide awareness are also addressed. The session covers the mental and emotional health needs of people with a diagnosis of SCI.

It discusses how you can structure a mental health focussed session and what screening tools are available. It aims to equip you with some tools to support your practice.

Spinal cord injury: A therapy perspective

with Susie Wood and Frances Moya

This session, designed for physiotherapists and occupational therapists, addresses the common challenges within SCI rehabilitation.

It includes a range of case studies varying in SCI functional ability, to allow for a more comprehensive understanding of the complexities of SCI. This session covers acute, community and lifelong care.

Neurogenic bowel dysfunction; and Autonomic Dysreflexia

with Mark Jarratt and Karen Biggs

This session discusses why neurogenic bowel management is important for someone with SCI or Cauda Equina (CES).

You will gain an understanding of neurogenic bowel dysfunction, the different presentations following SCI/CES and how to establish appropriate bowel care routines.

It includes a range of case studies varying in SCI functional ability, to allow for a more comprehensive understanding of the complexities of SCI. This session covers acute, community and lifelong care.

It is immediately followed by the Autonomic Dysreflexia session, which aims to highlight the life-threatening nature of AD and what to do if this medical emergency occurs.

It covers the causes of AD and the signs and symptoms to be aware of. This session should help you to understand the importance of identifying AD and the immediate management required to address the condition.