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Spinal Cord Injury Symptoms, Adult or Older Child

Symptoms of a spinal cord injury in an adult or older child may include:

  • Severe neck or back pain.
  • Not being able to move a part of the body. (This is not the same as being unable to move because of pain or because of a direct injury to that area.)
  • Weakness, tingling, or numbness in the arms or legs.
  • New loss of bowel or bladder control.

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Current as of: October 24, 2024

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Current as of: October 24, 2024

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