Spine Injuries
Spine injuries are capable of causing severe damage like fracturing or dislocating vertebrae. Sometimes individuals can completely sever their spine, but most of the time, a spine injury is going to cause fractures to the vertebrae. Axons are severely damaged when fractures occur and this can cause a communication problem between your spinal cord, your brain, and other parts of your body.
The symptoms from a spine injury can range from mild to severe to life-threatening. These symptoms include:
- Pain and numbness
- Burning sensation
- Inability to move extremities
- Inability to feel pressure, heat, or cold
- Muscle spasms
- Loss of bladder control
- Loss of bowel control
- Difficulty breathing
These symptoms are also capable of not showing themselves immediately because of swelling and bleeding internally. That’s why if you do injure your spine, it is incredibly important to seek medical help to be sure there are no underlying issues to what you notice on the surface.
There are treatment programs out there, like at Stem Cell International, that focus on your specific needs. We understand not just the physical impact, but also the emotional impact that a spinal injury can have. That’s why our expert physicians work hard to understand the source of their patient’s pain, and then develop the most effective, natural treatment plan that’s customized for each scenario. If you’re suffering from a spine injury and are interested in seeing what we can do for you, book an appointment today. Let’s get you back to feeling comfortable!