At the NZST; our mission is to empower people with spinal cord impairments and their whānau to embrace positive futures. We provide support and Information across New Zealand to help people overcome challenges; create strong networks; and pursue opportunities following their spinal impairment. We support people to take ownership of their own rehabilitation. The medical care available in NZ to people who suffer an SCI; either through injury or illness; is world-class. The hospital teams of specialists; nurses; physios; occupational therapists; etc are professional and skilled.