Common Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries
- Apr 6 2017
Can I recover damages for a spinal cord injury?
Many accidents victims suffer spinal cord injuries. When the spinal cord or nerves at the end of the spinal canal are damaged, there may be permanent changes to a person’s strength. In addition, there may be loss of sensation or body functions below the injury site.
Classification of Spinal Cord Injuries
The degree to which a person loses the ability to control his or her limbs depends on the severity of the injury and the location of the injury along the spinal cord.