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Society for Accessible Travel & Hospitality- SATH

This organization strives to promote awareness, respect and accessibility for disabled and mature travelers, as well as employment for persons with disabilities in the tourism industry.

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Spasticity

Spasticity is a term used to describe abnormal involuntary tightening of muscles that either occurs spontaneously or when the body is stimulated in

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Spasticity Treatment with a Baclofen Pump

Baclofen is a medicine used to treat spasticity (involuntary muscle tightness).

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Spasticity Treatment with Botulinum Toxins

???????Chemodenervation is a treatment for spasticity that involves injections into the muscle. This treatment is used when spasticity is severe, in specific locations, or is interfering with specific movements.

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Spinal Cord Injury Complications: Orthostatic Hypotension

Orthostatic or postural hypotension is a sudden drop in blood pressure caused by moving from a lying to a sitting or standing position. It often occurs after spending a long time in bed and then suddenly getting up.

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Spinal Cord Injury Complications: Temperature Regulation

Problems with temperature regulation happen in people with cervical and high thoracic spinal cord injuries. Body temperature may

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Rett Syndrome

This resource list supports families in their ongoing efforts to understand Rett Syndrome and stay apprised of advancements in research for new treatments.

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Advocacy Groups for People with Disabilities

This is a listing of local and national organizations that aim to empower individuals and influence political, economic, and social institutions with the goal of independent living for people with disabilities.

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Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Resources

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a nervous system disease that weakens muscles and impacts physical function.

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Animal Service and Animal Assisted Therapy Organizations

A listing of animal service and therapy organizations in Illinois that include horses known as hippotherapy, therapeutic or equestrian riding, canine/dogs, and monkeys.

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