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• Spinal cord injuries
  == Spinal Cord Injuries == ...loss of functioning to occur. In fact, in most people with SCI, the spinal cord is intact, but the damage to it results in loss of functioning.
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• Spinal Cord Injury
  '''Spinal Cord Injury''' ...ˈɪndʒəri/) is a type of [[Trauma]] that results in damage to the [[Spinal Cord]], a major part of the [[Central Nervous System]].
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• Spinal injury
  == Spinal Injury == ...on: /ˈspaɪnəl ˈɪndʒəri/) is a type of [[Trauma]] that affects the [[Spinal cord]], a major part of the [[Central nervous system]].
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• Spinal cord injuries
  == Spinal Cord Injuries == ...loss of functioning to occur. In fact, in most people with SCI, the spinal cord is intact, but the damage to it results in loss of functioning.
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• Spinal cord injury
  == Spinal cord injury == ...ning to occur. In fact, in most people with spinal cord injury, the spinal cord is intact, but the damage to it results in loss of functioning.
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• Back injury
  ...es, and muscle strains. Other types of back injuries include [[spinal cord injuries]], [[herniated discs]], and [[fractures]]. The term "Back Injury" is derived from the Old English 'bæc' meaning 'back' and the Latin 'injuria' meaning 'inju
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• Catastrophic injury
  ...pine]], [[spinal cord]], or [[brain]], and may also include [[skull]] or [[spinal fractures]]. The term "catastrophic injury" originates from the Greek word "katastrophē" meaning "overturning, sudden end", and the La
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• Neurotrauma
  ...tem]], specifically the [[brain]] and [[spinal cord]]. The term is derived from the Greek words "neuron" meaning nerve and "trauma" meaning injury. ...itions, from mild concussions to severe [[brain damage]] and [[spinal cord injuries]].
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• Central cord syndrome
  ...entral cord]] of the spinal cord, which is centrally located and stretches from the neck to the lower back. ...the symptoms run together due to damage in the central part of the spinal cord.
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• Autonomic dysreflexia
  ...fe-threatening medical condition that affects individuals with spinal cord injuries at the T6 level or above. ..., digestion, respiratory rate, and pupillary response. "Dysreflexia" comes from the Greek words "dys," meaning difficult or faulty, and "reflexia," referri
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• Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation
  ...ve Foundation''' is a charitable organization dedicated to curing [[spinal cord injury]] by funding innovative research, and improving the quality of life ...t him paralyzed, Reeve became a vocal advocate for people with spinal cord injuries. His wife, Dana Reeve, was an actress and singer who became a dedicated adv
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• Spinal board
  == Spinal Board == ...de rigid support during movement of a person with suspected spinal or limb injuries.
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• Traumatic injury
  ...curs suddenly due to external force or violence. These injuries can result from a wide range of causes, including accidents, falls, hits, weapons, and othe The term "Traumatic Injury" is derived from the Greek word "Trauma" which means "wound". In medical terms, trauma refer
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• Spinal stenosis
  == Spinal Stenosis == '''Spinal stenosis''' (/ˈspaɪnəl stɪˈnoʊsɪs/) is a medical condition where the
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• Brachial plexus injuries
  == Brachial Plexus Injuries == ...ccur when the [[brachial plexus]] - a network of nerves that sends signals from your spine to your shoulder, arm, and hand - is damaged.
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• Spinal fracture
  '''Spinal Fracture''' A '''spinal fracture''', also known as a '''vertebral fracture''' or a '''broken back''
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• Major trauma
  ...iple physical injuries that occur as a result of an external source. These injuries can be life-threatening and require immediate medical attention. ..."wound". The prefix "major" is used to differentiate these severe injuries from minor ones.
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• Diaphragm pacing
  The term "diaphragm pacing" is derived from the Greek words ''diáphragma'' meaning "partition", and ''pacing'', which ...in types of [[respiratory failure]], such as those caused by [[spinal cord injuries]], [[amyotrophic lateral sclerosis]] (ALS), or [[congenital central hypoven
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• Bulbocavernosus reflex
  ...s healthcare professionals to evaluate the function of the [[sacral spinal cord]] and the [[peripheral nerves]] of the [[pelvic region]]. ...referring to the [[cavernous body]] of the penis. The term "reflex" comes from the Latin "reflexus", meaning "bending back".
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• Reciprocating gait orthosis
  ...als with lower limb disabilities, such as [[Spinal Cord Injury|spinal cord injuries]], [[Spina Bifida|spina bifida]], and [[Muscular Dystrophy|muscular dystrop The term "Reciprocating Gait Orthosis" originates from the device's function and design. "Reciprocating" refers to the alternating
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• Shriners Hospitals for Children
  ...under the age of 18 who have [[orthopedic]] conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate, regardless of the families' ability to pay. The name "Shriners Hospitals for Children" is derived from its founding organization, the [[Shriners International]], a fraternity bas
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