Never mind flying or lifting cars. The toughest challenge for the new hero of Superman Returns was filling Christopher Reeve’s tall red boots.

Newcomer Brandon Routh was well aware of what he faced.

“While I was reading the script, I was picturing Chris because he was my Superman,” Routh said.

“He still is my Superman.” Continue Reading »

Diving accidents can cause lifelong injuries

Members of our organization know all too well the dangers of diving into backyard pools or shallow water. Diving accidents can lead to permanent paralysis from the neck down. These injuries usually happen to individuals younger than 45.

The National Institutes of Health describes spinal cord injury paralysis as one of the most devastating injuries known to humans. Continue Reading »