Spinal Cord Injury

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Treatment/Rehabilitation

Treatment for spinal cord injuries begins in the emergency room and continues long after the patient is released from the hospital. The very first procedure for treatment occurs even before the injury is diagnosed. The goals of treatment are to help the patient live the most satisfying life possible and to prevent additional injuries.


Initial Treatment

When a spinal cord injury is suspected, medical personnel immobilize the spine using rigid collars and boar...Read the full article