By Parthipan Ramasamy | CBR Project Executive
Medical rehabilitation:
Spinal cord injury is very common in Karnataka due to fall from tamarind tree, coconut tree and road traffic accidents. A total of 117 people were living with spinal cord injury in our project area. Project staff trained them on preventing pressure sores, stiffness and contracture; improve mobility, wheelchair usage, and training on bowel and bladder management. Regular follow-up by Physiotherapist, field coordinator and staff encouraged them in independent mobility. They were also integrated into available schemes and benefits and connected to SHGs and DPOs for livelihood and empowerment opportunities. In last 3 months, we have distributed 9 wheelchairs, 4 air beds, 20+ catheters, and also financial support to buy medicine for people living with spinal cord injury.
Provided relief materials for people living with spinal cord injury:
SRMAB distributed kitchen grocery materials for all people living with spinal cord injury in project area. The materials include Rice, Wheat, Dal, Cooking oil, MASK, Soap, Turmeric, and chili powder worth 1000 INR.
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