What are the signs of a spinal cord injury?
Many symptoms may accompany a spinal cord injury. These include intense pain and pressure in areas such as the neck, back, and head, as well as tingling and loss of sensation in the toes, feet, fingers, and hands. Loss of control over body parts, whether complete or incomplete, can occur, as do other warning signs such as impaired breathing following the injury or the appearance of unusual bumps on the head and spine.
The symptoms of a spinal cord injury generally depend on two factors: the location of the injury and the severity of the injury. When a spinal cord injury occurs higher on the spinal column, the victim suffers more extensive paralysis. A victim with a “partial” spinal cord injury may retain some sensation or motor function below the affected area. “Complete” spinal cord injuries are defined by complete loss of motor function and sensation below the affected area. Spinal cord injuries may result in one or more of the following: • Pain or an intense stinging sensation • Loss of movement • Loss of sensation (ability to feel heat, cold, and touch) • Loss of bowel or bladder control • Changes in sexual function/sensitivity • Exaggerated reflexes or spasms • Difficulty breathing, coughing, or clearing lungs Contact the Indianapolis, Indiana spinal cord injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Doehrman & Chamberlain to schedule a consultation and case evaluation.
Signs of a spinal cord injury (SCI) include extreme pain or pressure in the neck, head or back; tingling and loss of sensation (feeling) in the hand, fingers, feet, or toes; partial or complete loss of control over any part of the body; impaired or difficulty breathing after the injury; and unusual bumps on the head or spine. You should work with your primary health care provider to determine your exact injury and contact an attorney if you believe the cause of your injury is due to the negligence of someone else.
