Spinal Cord Injury: Facts
This report presents basic facts and statistics on spinal cord injuries in Alberta.
Date of Publication:
1997
Website:
http://www.med.ualberta.ca/acicr/ 
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Fast Fact
Quadriplegia is paralysis of all four limbs (from the neck down) resulting from injury to the neck. Fractures or compression of the vertebrae, which cause permanent damage to the spinal cord may lead to loss of sensation, movement, pain management, bladder and bowel control, as well as affecting sexual function.