United Spinal Association


2009 Independence Expos

United Spinal’s 2009 Independence Expos will bring you more Exhibits and Free Consumer Workshops than ever before. Two Independence Expos are presently in the planning stages: June 2009 in Suffolk County, New York, and August 2009 in Orlando, Florida.
Click here to sign up for Expo updates and information

Some of Our Free Publications

  • Disability Etiquette
  • How To Display Our Flag
  • Mobility Alternatives: Canes to   Wheelchairs
  • Fire Safety For Wheelchair Users
  • Understanding The ADA
  • Accessible Air Travel
  • Taking Action (self advocacy)
  • Click here for complete list and download.

    Publicaciones en Español

  • Reglas de Etiqueta frente a una Persona con Discapacidad
  • Seguridad contra Incendios para Usuarios de Sillas de Ruedas en el Trabajo y en el Hogar
  • Explicación de la Ley que Protégé a los Impedidos (la Ley ADA)
  • Golpecito aquí para información completa y para descargar

Online At United Spinal

November 19th, 2008

Disability related dating services are becoming a popular place to find new friends, lovers, business connections, and relationships. Author Linda A. Cronin offers a sampling of these popular online services.
Full Story

November 18th, 2008

Many people with MS often confuse a pseudoexacerbation with a true MS exacerbation. The symptoms are similar, but the duration and underlying cause are not.
Full Story

November 17th, 2008

Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) offers numerous benefits to individuals living with disabilities. But education is paramount to ensure the safety and efficacy of this treatment strategy.
Full Story

Action Online Magazine

Timely, lively, and informative articles and editorials on life with a disability.. Action Online offers articles ranging from lifestyles to research. Get in on the Action!
Click here to read it.

Spinal Cord Central

Submit questions on any aspect of Spinal Cord Injury/Disease and get information and resources.
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Living Life In Motion

The Living Life In Motion Video is about United Spinal and its free programs. Hosted by Michael York with personal insights from adults and children who have a spinal cord injury or disease.
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Multiple Sclerosis Quarterly Report Online

Information and key issues in multiple sclerosis (MS) from United Spinal and the CMSC/North American Research Committee on MS.
Read it.

Image of a very young girl smiling while she plays wheelchair tennis. Link to full story

The 2008 Kids Sports Spectacular was a truly spectacular event. Over 160 participants came together to make this a special day that one child called “One of the best days in my life.”

Read the entire story and view the heartwarming event slideshow.
Click here for story and slideshow.