Does being paraplegic or quadriplegic with a loss of sexual function necessarily mean a loss of sexuality?
Sexual function may be impaired but sometimes it can, like other functions, be increased. After spinal cord injury, the spinal centre for sexual function is generally intact: it is the communication from the brain to the spinal centre that is usually disrupted. Unless some sensation in the area of the sexual organs remains, the usual sensation of orgasm is lost, but “phantom” orgasm elsewhere in the body may be experienced. The physical and emotional aspects of sexuality, despite the physical loss of function, continue to be just as important for people with disabilites as for non-disabled people. top of page Is “Facilitated Sex” an option? Facilitated sex involves having one or both of the partner’s personal care attendants in the room while the couple is participating in sexual activities. Their role is to help the couple position themselves for sexual intimacy and perhaps intercourse. The idea has been getting its share of headlines lately for a number of reasons. First and foremost
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