Preface: Why I know you can get back to life -- Introduction: What is an acute neurological injury? -- Your recovery begins in your head. Battling the blues ; The amazing connection between your mind and body ; Before you leave the hospital -- Functional recovery, health, and wellness. Pain management ; Rehabilitation: slow and steady wins the race ; Your lifestyle = your state of wellness ; Sexual healing ; East meets west -- Preventing and treating the most common medical problems. Urinary track and bladder health ; Digestive tract health ; Heart health ; Lung health ; Skin health: preventing pressure ulcers ; Muscle, bone, and joint health -- Enjoy a rewarding and meaningful life. Miraculous adaptations ; Get out! ; When the world beckons ; You are not invisible ; Future therapies -- Epilogue: The power of hope and love.