What is Quadriplegia and is Recovery Possible?

Spinal cord injuries as a result of an accident damage the central nervous system ("CNS"). The central nervous system is found deep within the spinal canal and suffers catastrophic consequences when vertebrae, spinal cord, or disks sustain injury as a result of trauma. The spinal cord's function is to allow every system in the body to function in perfect harmony. However, trauma resulting in permanent damage to the spinal cord can cause quadriplegia. This article's focus is on quadriplegia and the resulting medical care necessary for injuries that result in paralysis. What is quadriplegia? Quadriplegia is paralysis of all four limbs. This paralysis...