1. Quadriplegia
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2. Definition and Causes Paralysis of both arms and legs.
Primary cause is spinal cord injury.
Quadriplegia occurs when the neck area of the spinal cord is injured.
A person with complete quadriplegia has no ability to move any part of the body below the neck.
Complications include bladder, sexual dysfunction, and respiratory problems

3. Frequencies 250,000 Americans have are spinal cord injured.
47% are considered quadriplegic

4. Treatments
Surgery may be used to stabilize the spine, but no form of surgery can repair the damaged nerves of the spinal cord.
A powerful corticosteroid, Medrol can sometimes help prevent the spread of this damage. However, Medrol can cause serious side effects and not all doctors are convinced that it is beneficial.

5. Ways to Avoid Drive carefully
Acknowledging the rise in violent acts that lead to spinal cord injury

6. Sources http://www.sci-info-pages.com/facts.html
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