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A Huge Thank You to the Ian Burkhart Foundation
I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the Ian Burkhart Foundation for awarding me a grant to cover the cost of a docking bracket to accommodate my wheelchair for my van. Prior to Christmas 2025, I received what I can only describe as a “Christmas angel” surprise—notification that my grant request had been approved. The funds made it possible to purchase the necessary docking bracket for my wheelchair and to have it installed in my van so it would properly accommodat
Jan 231 min read


The Nasty Norovirus Bug
Norovirus is a nasty bug that is running rampant right now. It's a stomach bug with vomiting and diarrhea that can spread to others...
Feb 6, 20253 min read


Why Do My Extremities Stay COLD?
A common question for those of us with spinal cord injuries (SCI)…..” Why do my legs stay cold all the time?” Well, the Rollin’ RN is...
Mar 11, 20242 min read


What is a PICC Line?
We may find ourselves in need of a PICC line but what exactly is a PICC line? The Rollin’ RN is here to clear up any questions in a...
Feb 5, 20242 min read


Rollin’ into 2024….It's Time to Take TOTAL Control of Your Health…NOT Some…But TOTAL
Rollin’ into 2024….my message as a nurse is to take TOTAL control of your health. I think I start every new year with this message and...
Jan 12, 20242 min read


Jan 2, 20240 min read


Sugar and Spice….Is Everything Nice?
When we strive to come up with articles of interest to the Spinal Cord Injury population, we obtain our inspiration from various...
Dec 11, 20234 min read


Magnesium and Muscle Spasms
As with any of my other articles, I find my topics in our SCI FB group discussions. I then roll up to my computer, do some evidence-based...
Nov 9, 20233 min read


Vaccines 101 for 2023
As September is winding down and Spinal Cord Injury Awareness continues all year, I feel the need to finish up with the PSA articles....
Sep 25, 20233 min read
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