What Are Spinal Injuries And How Are They Caused?
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Spinal injuries refer to damage or trauma to the spinal cord, this is a crucial part of the central nervous system and responsible for transmitting signals between the brain and the rest of the body. These injuries can potentially have serious consequences that could result in partial or complete paralysis, loss of sensation, and a range of other physical, psychological and neurological impairments.
The most common spinal injuries may include Spinal fractures and spinal nerve compression. Serious neck injuries could lead to quadriplegia, a form of paralysis that affects all four limbs. Lumbar and sacral spinal cord injuries reduce control of hips and legs.
Spinal injuries can occur due to a number of causes, such as:
1. Traumatic Accidents:
Road Traffic accidents particularly at high speeds, falls from heights, sports-related incidents, and workplace accidents are common causes of spinal injuries. The impact of such accidents can exert excessive force on the spine, leading to fractures, dislocations, or compression of the spinal cord.
2. Slip and Falls:
Slips, trips, and falls can also cause spinal injuries, particularly in older adults who already have a vulnerability to their spine. Falls from slippery surfaces, uneven flooring, or from heights can result in spinal cord damage.
3. Acts of Violence:
Intentional acts of physical violence from assaults or gunshot wounds can potentially cause severe spinal injuries. These injuries may result from direct trauma to the spine or from damage by penetration of the spinal cord.
4. Medical Negligence :
Surgical errors, improper medical procedures, or misdiagnosed conditions can lead to spinal cord damage. Errors during spinal surgeries or anesthesia administration can have devastating consequences.
5. Sports and Recreational Activities:
Contact sports, extreme sports, and activities involving diving or high-impact collisions can sometimes cause spinal injuries. These injuries often occur due to sudden jolts, impacts, or excessive twisting of the spine.
6. Diseases and Infections:
Certain medical conditions, such as spinal tumors, spinal stenosis, or infections like meningitis or abscesses, can also damage the spinal cord. These non-traumatic spinal injuries often require medical intervention and could be caused by medical negligence or by misdiagnosis.
Each spinal injury case is unique, and the specific cause and circumstances may differ. Seeking medical attention and legal advice is important to ensure proper diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation is arranged to reduce the impact of this devastating injury and make as good a recovery as possible.
At Step Legal Solicitors, we have years of experience representing claimants who have suffered from all kinds of Spinal injuries due to the negligence of others. We can offer you No win No Fee that will allow you to get your life back on track. If you or your loved ones require no obligation initial free legal advice then contact our Experts today at 01270254064 or alternatively our contact page.
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