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Discovering New Possibilities at Tricia Downing’s Camp Discovery

Tricia Downing was determined not to let her spinal cord injury stop her from enjoying the sports and physical activities she loved all her life. Find out more about Tricia’s story and the amazing camp she founded just for women with disabilities.

Beating Spinal Cord Injury One Day at a Time: Mason Ellis’s Story

Mason could never have foreseen how his life would be completely different after he became a quadriplegic after a serious car accident. But he’s been determined from the start to not let it beat him. Find out more about him and the ways he is changing others’ lives!

Dreams Come True After SCI: Jen Goodwin’s Continuing Story

Jen Goodwin’s life was forever altered by a boating accident that left her quadriplegic, but she was determined not to let her spinal cord injury be an obstacle to her life goals. Find out more about her life since rehabilitation therapy and the goals she has achieved in Part Two of our two-part blog series.

Determined: Jen Goodwin After Spinal Cord Injury

Jen Goodwin’s life changed in the blink of an eye when she sustained a serious spinal cord injury on a neighbor’s boat. Learn about her path to recovery and her determined spirit in Part One of a two-part series of blog posts.

Meet Elena, 2014 180 Medical Scholarship Recipient

Come meet the last of our 2014 Scholarship Winners, Elena. She’s got big goals to achieve, and we’re excited to play a part in contributing to her future.

Kayla – 2014 180 Medical College Scholarship Recipient

Meet one of our nine amazing scholarship winners, Kayla, and learn more about her story and the goals she plans to achieve in college.

A Reflection on 20 Years After Todd Brown’s Spinal Cord Injury

It’s been twenty years since Todd Brown’s accident which ultimately led to the creation of 180 Medical. Take a look back at the incredible course Todd’s life has taken.

Introducing Grant: 180 Medical Spina Bifida Community Stories

As part of honoring and highlighting National Spina Bifida Awareness Month, 180 Medical is featuring one of our friends who lives with Spina Bifida.

Walk-Run-N-Roll for Transverse Myelitis Association

180 Medical helps support Illinois Walk-Run-N-Roll for Transverse Myelitis.

My Spinal Cord Injury Story by Bill

Bill, an employee at 180 Medical, shares the story of his spinal cord injury, what it’s like to live as a quadriplegic, and more.

Melanie’s Story

A video submitted to 180 Medical by a customer who tells us how 180 Medical has helped make their life easier.

Officer Chad Peery Not Giving Up After SCI

Chad Peery, Oklahoma City’s Hometown Hero, a police officer who was paralyzed in an off-duty incident, gives hope to others by never giving up.