Spinal Cord Injury Archives

Category Archives: Spinal Cord Injury

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.

Spinal Cord Injuries and Paralysis in California

Oct 20 2016

What costs are associated with a spinal cord injury?

Spinal cord injuries are some of the most serious injuries you could suffer in an accident. The human spine is comprised of a vertebral column with 33 vertebrae, a host of ligaments, and the spinal cord. If the spinal cord is damaged, accident victims may suffer some degree of paralysis, numbness, tingling, and more. The costs of a spinal cord injury are tremendous and can prove simply unaffordable for many accident victims.

Types of Spinal Cord Injuries

Spinal cord injuries are classified as complete or incomplete.