A traumatic spinal cord injury is an acquired injury that may affect the patient’s mobility, strength, and motor function. The Rick Hansen Institute, a non-profit dedicated to spinal cord injury research, estimates more than 86,000 Canadians are living with spinal cord injury, with approximately 4,300 new cases each year. About one-third of new cases are … Continue reading “What is Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury?”
There are approximately 86,000 Canadians living with spinal cord injuries, according to the Rick Hansen Institute, a non-profit dedicated to spinal cord injury research. About half of these people suffer their injuries as a result of trauma, while the other half are from non-traumatic causes like disease and cancer. Every year, there are an estimated … Continue reading “What types of accidents can cause spinal cord injuries?”
Spinal cord injuries (SCI) can have far-reaching impacts on a victim’s life. In addition to the physical concerns, the victim likely will experience financial, emotional, social and psychological repercussions from the injury. The victim’s loved ones also may experience the negative impact of injury. Understanding the non-physical concerns may offer insight into how to move … Continue reading “Understanding Spinal Cord Injuries: Beyond the Physical Trauma”