Spinal cord injury
How Much Do Spinal Cord Injuries Cost to Treat?
On behalf of David Bowling of The Bowling Law Firm, A Professional Law Corporation posted in spinal cord injury on Friday, January 20, 2017. The central nervous system is composed of the nerves in the brain and spinal cord. According to PubMed Health, the skull and vertebral canal protect the brain and spinal cord, which are responsible for controlling all bodily functions that are essential for sustaining life. Spinal cord injuries can impair critical functions throughout the body either temporarily or permanently. Depending on the location and severity of the injury, spinal cord damage can result in paraplegia, quadriplegia, loss of mobility or loss of sensation. According to the Mayo Clinic, common causes of spinal cord injuries include car accidents,…
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4 Possible Complications from a Lumbar Puncture
On behalf of David Bowling of The Bowling Law Firm, A Professional Law Corporation posted in spinal cord injury on Tuesday, December 27, 2016. Also called a “spinal tap,” a lumbar puncture is a routine procedure in which a doctor inserts a needle into a patient’s lower spine to collect a sample of cerebrospinal fluid, which can then be evaluated for signs of multiple sclerosis, meningitis and even cancer. Although this procedure is common, there are several potential complications that can arise. These complications often happen when doctors perform a lumbar puncture negligently. If you suffered an unexpected complication after a lumbar puncture or another spinal procedure, contact the The Bowling Law Firm. David A. Bowling is a medical…
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What Are the Symptoms of a Spinal Cord Injury?
On behalf of David Bowling of The Bowling Law Firm, A Professional Law Corporation posted in spinal cord injury on Tuesday, October 18, 2016. Your spinal cord is an incredibly delicate structure that plays an integral role in many of your body’s essential functions. Damage to the spine can cause a severe and sometimes permanent physical disability. There are approximately 12,500 new cases of spinal cord injuries every year, according to the National SCI Statistical Center. Nearly 276,000 people currently live in the United States with symptoms related to spinal cord damage. Research from the Mayo Clinic shows that the five most common causes of spinal cord injuries are: Car accidents; Serious falls; Acts of violence; Sports and recreational…
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