The statistics on spinal cord injury in America 2011

• There are 12,000 new cases of spinal cord injury in the U.S. each year.
• Approximately 10% affect children under the age of 16.
• At least 30 people sustain a spinal cord injury resulting in paralysis every day in the U.S.
• Approximately 50% of spinal cord injuries occur in the cverical region (neck), affecting the ability to breathe as well as the upper and lower body function. The other 50% of this type of injury occur to the thoracic region (back), affecting upper and lower body functions.
• Some of the most common causes of spinal cord injuries in children and adolescents include motor vehicle accidents, diving accidents, trampolines and falls.

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