Road Accidents Contribute to 15-20% of Spinal Injuries in India

Road Accidents Contribute to 15-20% of Spinal Injuries in India

In India, approximately 15-20% of spinal injuries result from road accidents, and these injuries can be effectively treated with minimally invasive surgical procedures, revealed an orthopedic surgeon. World Spinal Cord Injury Day: Raising Awareness on Spine Injuries and Road Safety World Spinal Cord Injury Day is observed on September 5 annually to raise … Read more

People with chronic pain have more risk of mental health issues

People with chronic pain have more risk of mental health issues

A new study showed that adults living with spinal cord injuries had a nearly 80 percent increased risk of developing psychological conditions, such as depression and anxiety, compared to people without traumatic injuries. But he also suggested that chronic pain can have an equally large negative effect on mental health. The study was published in … Read more