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Guest Author: Ellie Martin Many people practice yoga for its long-lasting effects on the body. For people with limited mobility, it may be trickier to Read More…
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Guest Author: Ellie Martin Many people practice yoga for its long-lasting effects on the body. For people with limited mobility, it may be trickier to Read More…

Guest Author: Ellie Martin Dogs can be a human’s best friend. I mean, what’s not to love right? Dogs offer companionship, provide mental health support, Read More…

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes to bring a new drug to market? The process can take a long time. This Read More…

Guest Author: Ellie Martin According to the World Health Organization, rehabilitation is defined as “a set of interventions designed to optimize functioning and reduce disability Read More…

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Are you traveling somewhere? Don’t assume that an activity isn’t accessible! Jessica, who has Ataxia and uses a wheelchair, traveled to the Florida Keys with Read More…

According to the National Council on Independent Living, Centers for Independent Living (or CILs) are community-based, cross-disability, non-profit organizations that are designed and operated by Read More…

NAF Awarded a Record Number of Projects in 2024 18 Studies Funded Totaling $845k Funded! We had our most competitive year ever for Ataxia research Read More…

Have you ever wanted to volunteer as an Ataxia research participant? Have you been unsure about how to find out about ongoing research studies? Have Read More…
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As a child I experienced hypnogogic states REM dysfunction and night terrors. As I go older I Read More…

Saga of a CHAIR Prajakta Samant and Amit Patil When we hear a word “chair”, the first thing that Read More…
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