Spinal Cord Injury

Spinal cord injuries occur when the spinal cord, the bundle of nerves that carries information from the brain to the rest of the body, is damaged or cut. According to the National Institutes of Health, spinal cord injuries may range from mild to severe. The long-term effects depend on the following factors:

• Severity of injury;
• Method of injury; and
• Available treatments.

In many spinal cord injuries, the spinal cord is not completely severed. Instead, the traumatic event damages the spinal cord and the bones and ligaments that support it. This damage can result in a number of symptoms, including decreased motor function, tingling or numbness, and even paralysis in severe cases.

Aggressive treatment of spinal cord injuries as soon as possible after the injury occurs can help decrease the amount of damage in the injury causes, according to the National Institutes of Health. In addition, therapy and rehabilitative exercises can help people with Maryland spinal cord injuries regain some mobility or learn to adapt to conditions like paralysis. Many spinal cord injuries require a great deal of medical attention and care, sometimes for years after the injury occurs.

If you or someone you love has suffered a Maryland spinal cord injury, please don’t hesitate to contact the experienced Maryland spinal cord injury attorneys at Alpert Schreyer. We will help you understand your legal rights and options and fight for the compensation you deserve. To schedule a free and confidential consultation, call us today at 301-932-9997.