http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ For more than 50 years, PN/Paraplegia News has been an important part of the nation's disabled community. en-us Copyright 2012 PVA Magazines / PN / SPORTS `N SPOKES. All rights reserved. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0700 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0700 PN Magazine - Articles 37440 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ http://pvamag.com/pn/images/201202/feb12pn_cover.jpg 130 174 For more than 50 years, PN/Paraplegia News has been an important part of the nation's disabled community. http://pvamag.com/pn/article/4419/love_on_wheels Real life isn't always pretty. But with someone by your side who understands your struggles and helps you overcome them, there is life after the "meet cute." Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:59:15 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/article/4416/beat_the_winter_blues Is it holiday depression or just sadness? Feeling "down" during the winter months is common for wheelchair users, but there are ways to improve your mood. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:25:54 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/article/4410/the_power_of_support After injury, your anger, fear, or embarrassment takes second place to your health and vitality. Put someone in your corner who will not let you fail! Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:45:09 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/article/4422/london_bridge Paralyzed Veterans of America has a great Paralympics tradition and will have a strong presence at the 2012 London Games. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:59:36 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Strength-training workouts may increase voluntary strength in people with incomplete SCI. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:51:46 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Negative perceptions of living in a long-term-care environment should change for the better. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:40:43 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Body-awareness tactile imaging uses touch visualization to direct healing energy to where it's needed. Specific visualizations are relevant to spinal-cord injury. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:39:08 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ People are doing a lot of creative enforcement of handicap-parking laws. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:13:12 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Legislation creates incentives for employers to hire veterans, increases vets' job training and counseling programs. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:10:41 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Panel says veterans with disabilities have particular needs in transitioning to and retaining civilian employment. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:13:53 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ VA for Vets program helps veterans find careers at the Department of Veterans Affairs. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:17:15 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Stem-cell treatment opens new avenues. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:45:12 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ New DVD shows that even if you have a disability or mobility issue, you can still practice yoga. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:10:22 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ A synthetic molecule targeting a specific gene may decrease the severity of spinal muscular atrophy. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:15:30 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ People with disabilities needing some extra help with communications now have access to a multi-platform communication application for their Android products. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:02:27 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Product may ease process and complication of urination for people who are bedridden. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:06:59 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ New Heights chair reportedly offers highest seat elevation as well as high performance. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:10:57 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Football coach Marc Strohmaier gets new wheelchair-accessible van. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:46:00 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Thanks to Toyota, nonprofit groups get more than a dozen special vehicles for people who have mobility impairments. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:52:45 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Rodeo Tilt-in-Space wheelchair wins Medtrade Fall award. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:57:47 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Here's how to fast-track the purchase of a mobility minivan. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:03:02 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Musician Alex Beaton's story makes me super proud to be an American. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:24:55 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Robert Samuels' book describes his battle with Guillain–Barre syndrome. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:45:54 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Original images show wheelchairs in a new light. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:54:27 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Picture book explores questions and concerns younger children might have about disability. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:57:21 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ At maketheconnection.net, vets and their family members can connect with the experiences of other veterans. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:23:57 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Three institutions are teaming up to discover how people with disabilities can best access information in the new world of electronic health information. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:27:33 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Eight-week, competitive internship gives top law students from across the country an up-close look at disability advocacy in Washington, D.C. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:33:32 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Proposed housing for homeless, senior, disabled, and other at-risk veterans and their families. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:41:37 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ The Human Engineering Research Laboratories is in a new facility that will enhance the mission of improving the mobility of people with disabilities. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:21:12 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Post-Polio Health International continues to provide information and support. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:40:58 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Paralympic and Olympic medalist, ten-time U.S. Open Wheelchair Tennis champion posthumously receives prestigious Paralympic Order Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:29:09 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Racer is first track and field athlete to represent Bermuda at a major para-sport championship. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:44:39 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ The Paralympic Sport Club network now includes 145 community organizations across the United States that offer ongoing opportunities to grow access to daily physical activity. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:52:03 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Event is fund-raiser for finding a cure for paralysis. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:54:32 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ Veterans and servicemembers will head to Colorado Springs for the third annual competition. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:57:45 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ When it comes to Combat Related Special Compensation, service officers are limited in the assistance they can provide. This information may help you understand some of the problems. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:39:37 -0700 http://pvamag.com/pn/magazine/issue/ VA must pay an allowance to veterans who have a service-connected disability. But there are variables you should know about. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:06:01 -0700