Spinal cord injury; Compression of spinal cord; SCI; Cord compression
Safety practices during work and recreation can prevent many spinal cord injuries. Use proper protective equipment if an injury is possible.
Diving into shallow water is a major cause of spinal cord trauma. Check the depth of water before diving, and look for rocks or other possible obstructions.
Football and sledding injuries often involve sharp blows or abnormal twisting and bending of the back or...
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Prevention Preventing spinal cord injury requires preventing traumatic injury to the spinal column, especially the neck. The leading causes of spinal... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Spinal cord trauma is damage to the spinal cord. It may result from direct injury to the cord itself or indirectly from damage to surrounding bones,... Read more »