Spinal Cord Injury
A Spinal Cord Injury is damage or broken to the spinal cord nerve that causes permanent or temporary changes in its body functions.
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Key Statistics, Causes, and Challenges
Spinal Cord Injury in India
Estimated 1.5 million people currently living with spinal cord injury in India across the country. Each year, approximately 20,000 new cases are reported in India, reflecting a growing burden on individuals, families, and the healthcare system.
A state-based Indian study involving 2,716 cases highlights important demographic trends. About 71% of affected individuals were between 20 and 49 years of age, the most economically productive group. The male-to-female ratio was approximately 4.2:1, and nearly 79% of patients came from rural backgrounds, indicating higher vulnerability due to limited safety measures and healthcare access.
Another recent study on traumatic spinal cord injuries (TSCI) in India identified falls as the leading cause (around 59.3%), followed by road traffic accidents (approximately 35.9%). These findings closely align with global data. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), most spinal cord injuries worldwide result from falls, road traffic injuries, or violence, many of which are preventable through improved infrastructure, safety policies, and awareness.
Impact and Challenges
- Health and quality of life: SCIs have severe physical, emotional, and social consequences, compromising a patient’s health and quality of life.
- Economic burden: Individuals with SCI often face significant financial challenges, with many unable to return to their previous employment.
- Caregiver burden: Family members often shoulder the responsibility for the care of individuals, which can be emotionally and physically demanding.
Key Statistics in the America
Key Statistics in the America
In the United States, approximately 18,000 new spinal cord injuries (SCIs) occur each year, with about 255,000 to 390,000 people currently living with a SCI.
The majority of new injuries (79%) are to men, and the average age of injury is 43, although nearly half of all new injuries affect people between the ages of 16 and 30. Causes of SCIs are most frequently vehicular accidents (37.5%), falls (31.7%), violence (15.4%), and sports/recreation (8%).
Current research and treatments focuses on promising new approaches like Brain & Spine Chip Implants, Nerve Regeneration Drugs, Cell-Based Therapies, and Neuromodulation Devices. In addition to ongoing studies, immediate treatment for SCI involves emergency care to prevent further damage, such as spinal stabilization, followed by rehabilitation and therapies that focus on managing symptoms and improving function.
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