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SCI Manitoba exists to meet the needs of people living with a spinal cord injury, and the people in their lives. We are knowledgeable about all aspects of living with a spinal cord injury and about the supports available in Manitoba. Over our 70 years of experience, we have witnessed every situation and heard every question. Our staff and volunteers are experienced and highly capable to help you find practical solutions to regain your life-balance and we are here to provide life-long on-going support as needed.

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spinal cord injury.

What is Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)?

SCI is damage to the spinal cord that may be the result of physical trauma, illness or disease. The spinal cord is the neural tissue in the spinal canal that connects the brain to the body below the head. This neural tissue cannot normally regenerate, therefore damage to the spinal cord is considered permanent.

A person with paraplegia has paralysis in the lower extremities and part of the torso.

A person with tetraplegia (quadriplegia) has, in addition, a partial or complete paralysis of the hands and arms due to a spinal cord injury in the cervical area.

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Why you should only use your catheter once

Did you know? Canadian urologists and nurses recommend single-use of intermittent catheters.1,2 To help reduce the risk of UTIs, Canadian healthcare practitioners recommend using a new, sterile, pre-lubricated catheter every time you catheterize.1,2 International and Canadian clinical evidence suggest that hydrophilic catheters can help reduce the risk of UTIs and...

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