Signs that your spinal cord injury might be severe or long-term
Even though modern healthcare has advanced greatly in the treatment of severe injuries, spinal cord injuries can still be notoriously difficult to treat. Treatment of these types of injuries is oftentimes just as difficult as brain injuries – sometimes even more...
How can I tell if my child has spinal cord injuries?
Spinal cord injuries are serious and often life-changing conditions that can affect anyone, including children. According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center, about 1,000 children under the age of 15 suffer a spinal cord injury each year in the...
Facing the future after a spinal cord injury
Of all of the different types of injuries that Louisiana residents might suffer in a personal injury incident, spinal cord injuries have the potential to be the most life-changing of all. The challenges that people face in the aftermath of such an injury can, at...
Securing compensation following a spinal cord injury
You likely grew up hearing your mother say to not do something because you will break your back. At a young age, you thought it was silly; however, now that you have suffered an injury to your spine, you understand why your mother was so cautious about certain...
How long will my spinal cord injury last?
Spinal cord injuries are common after a car or truck accident, and the effects can be extremely damaging. It is difficult to put an exact time on how long it takes to treat a spinal cord injury because each situation is different and there are various factors...
Treatments for spinal cord injuries are expensive
If you were in a car accident or if you fell on a slippery or uneven surface, it is possible you have suffered a spinal cord injury. If so, you are not alone. Approximately 17,000 people suffer a new spinal cord injury each year in the United States. And the treatment...
How do you treat a spinal cord injury?
A spinal cord injury is very serious and often results in permanent damage and changes in your body around the injury. A spinal cord injury involves damage to the spinal cord itself or the nerves in the spinal canal and often occurs after a sudden blow to your spine...