Living with a spinal cord injury (SCI) is a journey filled with both obstacles and victories. Understanding Spinal Cord Injuries   What is a Spinal Cord Injury? A spinal cord injury occurs when there is damage to the spinal cord, disrupting communication between the brain and the rest of the body. This can result in partial or complete loss of sensation and motor function below the level of injury.   Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries Traumatic incidents such as car accidents, falls, or sports injuries are common causes of spinal cord injuries. Additionally, non-traumatic causes like diseases (e.g., spinal tumours,...

Have you ever experienced a pesky symptom and wondered what it could possibly mean? It’s totally normal to feel concerned when your body starts sending out distress signals. But fear not! Today, we’re diving into some common symptoms and unraveling the mysteries behind them.   Pain When Urinating: A Burning Question You know that sharp, burning sensation that makes you dread every trip to the bathroom? Yeah, that one. Pain during urination, also known as dysuria, is often a sign that something’s up with your urinary tract. Here are a few possible culprits, but we do advise having a CT...