Spinal Cord Injury

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Overview

Spinal cord injury is a serious condition that affects lives dramatically. The spinal cord is a column that runs from the base of the brain to the lower back. With the brain, it makes up the central nervous system.


The spinal cord is critical for sending messages to and from the brain and other parts of the body. Important body functions like breathing, digestion, movement, and elimination are all associated with nerves of the spinal cord.

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