Spinal cord injuries can range from minor, meaning the injured person will recover, to very serious injuries that can cause significant damage to the body and a person's self-esteem. Approximately 12,000 people suffer spinal cord injuries each year in the United States. 50% of all spinal cord injuries occur between the ages of 16 and 30, and 80% of all spinal cord injuries occur in males. The most common accidents causing spinal cord injuries are road traffic accidents, followed by falls, violence and finally sports. There are two main types of spinal cord injuries: complete spinal cord injuries and incomplete spinal cord injuries. Spinal cord injuries can also lead to other complications, including respiratory, bladder control, skin sensation, circulation problems, muscle tone, sexual health, pain, depression, scoliosis, urinary infections and spasticity. Complete spinal cord injuries occur when a person loses all sense and feeling, usually resulting in paralysis below the injury. Incomplete spinal cord injuries mean that there is still some sensation and movement below the site of the injury. One can suffer from different types of incomplete spinal cord injuries, including anterior cord syndrome, central cord syndrome, Brown-Séquard syndrome, nerve cell damage, and spinal contusions. There is currently no cure for spinal cord injuries. Causes of SCI: • Motor vehicle accidents (trauma to the face, head, neck, back or chest) • Sports accidents (soccer, cheerleading, diving, football, rugby, horse riding) • Occupational accidents • Construction site accidents • Violence • Falls from heights • Mid-torso twisting • Electrical accidents Symptoms of spinal cord injuries can range from minor to severe and can sometimes even lead to death. If you experience... middle of paper... that resulted in what you believe to be the cause of your spinal cord injury, you are entitled to compensation. If you believe your accident was caused by the negligence of a doctor or your employer, you are entitled to compensation. Every accident is different, which is why we personalize each case! We are professional; we will listen to you and spend all the time you need to fully understand your incident in order to get you the compensation you deserve. Our services include complete support! We will help you find the best doctors, pay your medical bills, avoid financial hardship if you are unable to work, and recover from emotional and psychological damages. It is common for people with a spinal cord injury to stay in hospital for up to 5 months or more and most require daily rehabilitation sessions to help them adapt to their new body..