Spinal Injury

Every year, more than 10,000 people sustain new spinal cord injuries with about 200-300 thousand total spinal cord injury cases in the United States. Most spinal cord injuries result from car accidents and sports accidents, falls, and industrial mishaps. A majority of spinal cord injuries occur in people who are 30 years old or younger. The majority of spinal cord injuries occur in men men. A spinal cord injury has a very sudden impact on an individual, physically as well as emotionally and socially. However, many people who have experienced spinal cord injuries have continued to lead happy, productive lives. Learn more about spinal injuries with information on causes, symptoms, history, and treatments.