High-impact spinal cord injuries could be catastrophic If you are driving and are hit by another party, then that high-impact collision could leave you with a spinal cord injury. Spinal cord injuries from high-impact forces are more likely to affect men between the ages of 15 and 35, and they’re most likely to come from auto collisions. Spinal cord injuries don’t just […]

Spinal cord injuries can have serious complications in the long term If you’re involved in a serious accident, you may have a spinal cord injury as a result. Spinal cord injuries vary in their severity, but they may include permanent paralysis, chronic pain and other symptoms. The unfortunate reality about many spinal cord injuries is that they can come with complications. Some of the complications can […]

Returning to work is unlikely after many spinal cord injuries The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) sets standards that employers must follow so that people who have disabilities are able to earn a living. While this is a positive factor for many individuals, there’s a chance that it won’t help those who suffer spinal cord injuries. A team of experts in the disability employment field […]

A spinal cord injury may reduce your quality of life If you have recently suffered a spinal cord injury, you may be concerned about your future. You may be spending many hours wondering what mobility and independence you will still have and which of your favorite activities you will no longer be able to participate in. It may surprise you to know that this is […]

Stabilizing your loved one after a spinal cord injury If your loved one has recently suffered a spinal cord injury, you may not be getting the answers you need. In fact, the medical team may be so busy attending to your loved one’s care that they do not have the time to stop and update you on what is happening. Like many family members […]

Infections, sepsis are complications of spinal cord injuries Whether someone’s injury resulted from a motor vehicle collision, a Texas workplace accident or a fall due to someone else’s negligence, the diagnosis of a spinal cord injury may have seemed like the end of the world. In fact, when they realize the full scope of their injury, they may have wondered how they would […]

The cost of a spinal cord injury? $1 million or more A serious spinal cord injury usually results in lifelong complications. You won’t be able to earn a living as you did before (if you can work at all), and you will likely need medical care the rest of your life. As you adjust to the physical and emotional aspects of your condition, you may begin […]

Breathing problems for spinal cord injury victims A spinal cord injury is a life-changing event. While research is constantly exploring new ways for victims of these injuries to regenerate nerves or regain some mobility, so far there is no cure for a spinal cord injury. The higher on the spine the injury occurs, the greater the suffering and loss of function. If […]

Pain remains a concern for victims of spinal cord injuries Before suffering from a spinal cord injury (SCI), you may have assumed that people who experience paralysis as a result do not feel pain below the site of the injury. You may already know now that isn’t always true. You can still experience pain that requires medical attention. While you may need care for other […]