Following a spinal injury, the treatment the injured individual receives could have a bearing on the extent to which they recover. Because a spinal injury can have such a devastating impact on the body of the person who suffers it - potentially leaving them unable to move their limbs as a paraplegic

Despite their widespread occurrence, concussion and traumatic brain injury (TBI) continue to be among the most elusive diagnoses to make. They often turn up negative in scans and doctors often go by symptoms to identify them.

With back to school just around the corner, children are playing it up during these last days of summer - in backyards, parks, playgrounds and just about anywhere else kids can be kids. But, during fun time, safety comes first. This week's post highlights the dangers of child and youth concussion to help parents spot the signs.