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Information for the Newly Injured

This section offers links to information on the medical concerns for individuals who are newly injured, their family members, and professionals.

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  • FAQs about Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)
    • What is the spine?
    • What is the spinal cord?
    • What does the spinal cord do?
    • What is a spinal cord injury?
    • What causes spinal cord injury?
    • What is paralysis?
    • What is paraplegia?
    • What is tetraplegia?
    • What is a “complete” spinal cord injury?
    • What is an “incomplete” spinal cord injury?
    • Why is it important to know the difference between a “complete” and “incomplete” spinal cord injury?
    • What recovery is expected following spinal cord injury?
    • Where is the nearest SCI Model System of Care?
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