How can my PCP improve their knowledge of SCI?
Author: Kelsey Zhao | Reviewer: James Milligan | Published: 19 March 2025 | Updated: ~
If your PCP is interested in learning more to better care for people with SCI and people with disabilities, there are many resources they can consult. See a selection of free resources below:
Online resources
American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) – SCI Healthcare Resources for Primary Care Providers
Online hub providing a variety of resources for family physicians caring for patients with spinal cord injury from guides to make a health facility accessible, to SCI care information, to patient education materials.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) – Access to Medical Care for Individuals With Mobility Disabilities
Online guide to making a health care facility accessible to people with mobility disabilities. Includes answers to commonly asked questions.
Spinal Cord Injury Research Evidence (SCIRE) Professional – Primary Care
SCIRE Professional provides systematic reviews of spinal cord injury (SCI) research, to allow researchers and health professionals to guide their practice based on current best evidence. This includes a section specifically for primary care providers.
Spinal Cord Injury Research Evidence (SCIRE) Community
SCIRE Community provides free information about spinal cord injury research that is written in everyday language.
Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center (MSKTC) – Spinal Cord Injury Factsheets
Online factsheets providing information on the changes that come with living with spinal cord injury.
International Spinal Cord Society (ISCoS) – Global Education Initiative
Online learning module for health care providers on rehabilitation and management for SCI.
Connect with SCI organizations and specialists
Local non-profit SCI organizations, rehabilitation centres, and SCI centres can be excellent resources for region-specific information and advice. Regular communication with SCI-related specialists can also be helpful for both coordinating care and sharing knowledge.
