Browse the latest research summaries in the field of women's health for spinal cord injury patients and caregivers.
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The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2023 • April 1, 2023
This cross-sectional study examined cannabis use among women with SCI and physician knowledge. Surveys were conducted with women with SCI and physicians at a Canadian rehabilitation center to assess c...
KEY FINDING: Seven women with SCI reported cannabis use at the time of the survey, with spasticity and pain management being major benefits.
Research and Reports in Urology, 2022 • April 21, 2022
This review outlines the evolution of penile vibratory stimulation (PVS) as a primary method for sperm retrieval in men with spinal cord injury (SCI), highlighting its safety, efficacy, and cost-effec...
KEY FINDING: PVS is highly effective (86% success rate) for sperm retrieval in SCI patients with injury levels at or rostral to T10.
Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine, 2022 • June 16, 2022
This study examined 18 cases of ovarian vein thrombosis (OVT) to identify clinical characteristics, associated factors, and management strategies. Data was collected retrospectively from patients diag...
KEY FINDING: OVT involves the right ovarian vein more often than the left.
Frontiers in Rehabilitation Sciences, 2022 • August 25, 2022
This editorial introduces a special issue of Frontiers in Rehabilitation Sciences focused on "Women in Science: Interventions for Rehabilitation." The editorial highlights the underrepresentation of w...
KEY FINDING: Women researchers are underrepresented in science, with fewer than 30% globally.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2019 • January 1, 2019
This editorial introduces a special supplement focusing on the challenges faced by women with spinal cord injuries, stemming from the 8th National Spinal Cord Injury Conference. It stresses the import...
KEY FINDING: Optimal care stems from evidence-based research conducted in diverse populations, including minorities based on gender, race, ethnicity, and disability.
The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine, 2019 • January 1, 2019
This editorial discusses the need for the rehabilitation community to address sex and gender considerations, particularly focusing on the unique health issues faced by women with spinal cord injury. T...
KEY FINDING: There are sex and gender disconnects in the field of spinal cord injury rehabilitation that may contribute to conscious or unconscious bias in service delivery.
Top Spinal Cord Inj Rehabil, 2020 • July 1, 2020
Women with SCI have specific health needs that require careful consideration from primary care providers, including awareness of SCI physiology, complication rates, and the importance of collaboration...
KEY FINDING: Women with SCI are at increased risk for various health issues, including SCI-related bone loss and cardiometabolic disease, necessitating individualized health maintenance and diagnostic screening.
Journal of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine, 2020 • January 1, 2020
This article addresses key aspects of health pertinent to girls and women with spina bifida and outlines the SB Women’s Health Guidelines for the Care of People with Spina Bifida. The goals of the Women...
KEY FINDING: Girls with spina bifida are more likely to go through puberty early and need support during this process.
Spinal Cord Series and Cases, 2021 • May 13, 2021
This study investigated sexual dysfunction (SD) in Greek women with spinal cord injury (SCI), finding a 63.3% prevalence, which is generally consistent with international literature but somewhat lower...
KEY FINDING: The study revealed that 63.3% of the participants experienced sexual dysfunction.
Sexual and Reproductive Health Matters, 2021 • January 1, 2021
This study investigates the sexuality and relationship experiences of 24 women with spinal cord injury (SCI) in India, revealing significant gaps in sexual rehabilitation and support. The research hig...
KEY FINDING: Women with SCI experience a decline in sexual interest after injury due to survival needs, altered body image, and emotional trauma.