Praxis Spinal Cord Institute

Praxis Spinal Cord Institute Praxis is a Canadian-based not-for-profit organization that leads collaboration in spinal cord injury

[National AccessAbility Week]Access to quality care shouldn't depend on your postal code.People living with spinal cord ...
06/04/2026

[National AccessAbility Week]

Access to quality care shouldn't depend on your postal code.

People living with spinal cord injury in rural, remote, and underserved communities can face extra challenges accessing specialized care and specialized care and rehabilitation services.

Through clinical education, knowledge exchange, and partnerships across Canada, Praxis supports efforts to strengthen SCI expertise beyond major urban centres helping more people access quality care closer to home.

Accessibility includes equitable access to care.

Learn more: https://praxisinstitute.org/research-care/sci-clinical-education/

Accessibility includes access to innovation. This National AccessAbility Week, we celebrate the innovators, clinicians, ...
06/03/2026

Accessibility includes access to innovation.

This National AccessAbility Week, we celebrate the innovators, clinicians, researchers, and community members working together to bring new spinal cord injury technologies into real-world care and everyday life.

From rehabilitation technologies and assistive devices that support independence to therapeutics that restore function, innovation helps reduce barriers and expand possibilities for people living with SCI.



Applications are open for the SCI Accelerator 2026: https://praxisinstitute.org/innovation/praxis-sci-accelerator-2026/
Learn more about Praxis alums accelerating innovation: https://praxisinstitute.org/alumnicompanies/

Accessibility starts with evidence. During National AccessAbility Week, we're recognizing the role of research and data ...
06/02/2026

Accessibility starts with evidence.

During National AccessAbility Week, we're recognizing the role of research and data in creating a more accessible future for people living with spinal cord injury.

By connecting data, researchers, clinicians, and people with lived experience through national initiatives such as the Praxis-led National SCI Registry , we help generate evidence that improves care, informs decision-making, and supports meaningful change across Canada.

Accessibility includes access to better knowledge and better outcomes.



Learn more about our work - https://praxisinstitute.org/research-care/

Accessibility is more than physical access. It includes equitable access to research, innovation, and care. This Nationa...
06/01/2026

Accessibility is more than physical access. It includes equitable access to research, innovation, and care. This National AccessAbility Week, we're highlighting how collaboration across the spinal cord injury ecosystem helps create a more accessible Canada.

Follow along this week to see how Praxis is advancing accessibility through research, innovation, and collaboration for people living with spinal cord injury.

Calling all innovators! Applications are now open for Praxis SCI Accelerator 2026, a six-month virtual accelerator suppo...
06/01/2026

Calling all innovators! Applications are now open for Praxis SCI Accelerator 2026, a six-month virtual accelerator supporting startups working to improve quality of life and care for people living with spinal cord injury.

The program offers access to:

• Product validation from individuals with lived SCI experience and clinicians
• One-on-one mentorship from experts in research, regulatory affairs, and commercialization
• Non-dilutive support for tailored project work to achieve key commercialization milestones.

Applications close July 8, 2026.

📞 Book a discovery call with the Praxis Innovation team: [email protected]/s/YC-H3TqUl0iAgtaHBRLoFA2" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://outlook.office.com/book/[email protected]/s/YC-H3TqUl0iAgtaHBRLoFA2

🔗 Learn more: https://praxisinstitute.org/innovation/praxis-sci-accelerator-2026

Still energized by sharing the room with so many innovative, solutions-driven organizations at “From Discovery to Impact...
05/29/2026

Still energized by sharing the room with so many innovative, solutions-driven organizations at “From Discovery to Impact: Science, Innovation, and Canada’s Future.”

It was inspiring to see strong support from Government of Canada representatives and parliamentarians, reinforcing the importance of collaboration to advance Canada’s science and innovation agenda.

Great to have Praxis Vice Board Chair Joel Dembe with us on the Hill.

Pleased to share a few moments from an evening that highlighted the importance of supporting Canadian health innovation led by third-party organizations across the country—ensuring Canada continues to lead globally, create meaningful social impact, and deliver real outcomes for people and communities.

Leading into , it was a meaningful opportunity to highlight how amplifying lived experience within spinal cord injury research and innovation is critical to advancing health, improving quality of life, and driving real-world impact.

We’re pleased to highlight the growth journey of Tarkka, an innovator in wheelchair seating through the Tetrx™ custom se...
05/26/2026

We’re pleased to highlight the growth journey of Tarkka, an innovator in wheelchair seating through the Tetrx™ custom seating solution.

As part of the Praxis Program, Tarkka worked alongside researchers, clinicians, and Persons with Lived Experience to strengthen its user-centered approach and reduce risk at key decision points.

The team is now entering a new phase of growth, advancing its sit-to-fit custom seating system, building clinician partnerships, and expanding its shaping technology into defense and aerospace applications.

Read here: https://praxisinstitute.org/tarkkas/

Congratulations to Dr. Jaimie Borisoff on his induction into the Wheelchair Basketball Canada Hall of Fame. A member of...
05/25/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Jaimie Borisoff on his induction into the Wheelchair Basketball Canada Hall of Fame. A member of the inaugural Praxis SCI Incubate program, Jaimie continues to inspire through his leadership, innovation, and impact in the SCI community. Congratulations on this well-deserved honour! 🎉

Pictured: Praxis Indigenous Peoples Liaison Richard Peter with Jaimie Borisoff during the induction ceremony.
https://www.wheelchairbasketball.ca/news_press/jaimie-borisoff-honoured-with-hall-of-fame-induction-after-decorated-career-with-team-canada/

AI chatbots are becoming a go-to source for health information, including for spinal cord injury . But how reliable are...
05/21/2026

AI chatbots are becoming a go-to source for health information, including for spinal cord injury . But how reliable are they?

Praxis recently contributed to a review of 9 studies examining how large language models respond to SCI-related questions. The findings showed promise, AI can help people access information faster, but the results aren’t always accurate or easy to understand. In many cases, responses were written at a college reading level and sometimes included misleading or potentially harmful advice.

This work highlights the need for stronger research and evaluation methods so people can better trust the information AI tools provide about SCI.

Check out the full publication: https://praxisinstitute.org/can-large-language-models-answer-questions-about-spinal-cord-injury-risks-challenges-and-opportunities-a-narrative-review/

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