Praxis Indigenous and PLEX team, collaborated with Chloë Angus and Stuart Padaguan, and created Indigenous blankets that will be shared as gifts with Elders and key partners in our work with Indigenous communities. These blankets symbolize our commitment to Indigenous engagement

[Learning Opportunity] The Sexual Health Rehabilitation Service, in partnership with British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT), has launched a new Micro credential in Sexual Health Rehabilitation for health care professionals or final year students and offers 3.0 credits. Register here: bcit.ca/programs/sexua…

On this National Truth and Reconciliation Day, Praxis Spinal Cord Institute honor the survivors, families, and communities impacted by residential schools. We're committed to meaningful reconciliation by amplifying Indigenous voices in our work. Learn more shorturl.at/W7MwP

We are excited to announce that the latest Topics in Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation (TSCIR) Special Issue is out now! This highlights important work on classification accuracy, case studies, and common challenges related to #ISNCSCI. Access here: meridian.allenpress.com/tscir/issue

Praxis is pleased to publish the latest Annual Report of the Praxis-led Canadian National SCI Registry #RHSCIR. By advancing knowledge through RHSCIR, we support better care, research, and innovation for people living with #SCI. Read here: lnkd.in/gePPMR4A

We were pleased to join the Rebuilding Lives Conference 2025, hosted by the Spinal Injuries Association JohnChernesky, PLEX Program Manager, took part in "The Future of SCI Care" panel, which convened leaders from across the #SCI sector. Learn more about Praxis: praxisinstitute.org

Join the 11th National SCI Conference, hosted by the Canadian Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Assoc., Nov 13–15 at the Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto. Explore emerging trends in spinal cord injury #SCI research, care, and innovation. Learn more: cscira.ca/events/cscira2…

Praxis Spinal Cord Institute is pleased to support the upcoming Spinal Cord Toolbox (SCT) Course, organized by the SCT team. Date: December 8–9, 2025 Join on Zoom Learn more and register here: spinalcordmri.org/2025/12/08/sct…

The ISNCSCI is the gold standard for assessing neurological function after SCI. In this article, co-authored by Praxis’ Kristen Walden, seven hypothetical #ISNCSCI cases illustrate key rules and nuances to support accuracy in #SCI classification Read here-doi.org/10.46292/sci24…

Congratulations to Dr. Naomi Kleitman on receiving the ASIA Lifetime Achievement Award! Her work has advanced #SCI research, training, and care, impacting how clinicians and scientists approach basic, translational, and clinical studies. Read more: asia-spinalinjury.org/research-award…

This Thanksgiving, we extend our gratitude to the #SCI community, researchers, clinicians, innovators, and people with lived experience, whose collaboration drives progress every day. From all of us at Praxis, wishing you a happy Thanksgiving Learn more praxisinstitute.org

[Survey Update] Are you living with a spinal cord injury? Researchers from the University of Calgary and the RESTORE Network have released a condensed version of their survey on blood pressure challenges faced by people with SCI. Take the survey here: survey.ucalgary.ca/jfe/form/SV_6s…

Praxis, in collaboration with GF Strong Rehab Centre, has developed an educational webinar series offering #SCI specific training for health professionals in regional, rural & remote communities across Canada. VCH Research Institute Watch the full playlist here: youtube.com/playlist?list=…

Using data from the Praxis-led Canadian SCI Registry (RHSCIR), this study analyzed ISNCSCI exam performance, finding that factors such as age, injury type, and hospital stay influenced completion. Read more: doi.org/10.46292/sci25…

Join the 24th Annual Tator-Turnbull Spinal Cord Injury Symposium! Date: Nov 10th (1–5 PM ET). Join on Zoom Hear from keynote speaker Dr. Naomi Kleitman, Senior VP at the Neilsen Foundation, and explore new SCI research, discussions, and insights. Register: michener-ca.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Join Us at the 11th National SCI Conference! The Praxis team is looking forward to presenting informative sessions that highlight our work across multiple areas, including updates from ISNCSCI team, neuromodulation, and more. Learn more and register here: cscira.ca/events/cscira2…

Praxis recently hosted a webinar on #spasticity after spinal cord injury, sharing insights on its impact, key signs, assessment, treatment options, and effective interventions in collaboration with our partners Vancouver Coastal Health Watch the full webinar: youtube.com/watch?v=2NvzDo…

Praxis’ Kristen Walden co-authored a paper analyzing atypical neurological impairment cases, proposing refined definitions to improve #SCI assessments. This study is one of five Praxis contributions in the TSCIR Special Issue on SCI classification. Read: doi.org/10.46292/sci24…

Praxis at the 11th National SCI Conference: Topic Spotlight Join our workshop on integrating #ISNCSCI into clinical care using innovative tools and interactive learning. Hear from Praxis Kristen Walden and Heather Hong. Learn More: cscira.ca/events/cscira2…

11th National SCI Conference: Topic Spotlight Explore new developments shaping #SCI research and rehabilitation. Topics include AI modelling, equipment needs, lived experience in research, care pathways, and the new SCI Rehab Standard. Learn more: cscira.ca/events/cscira2…