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The classification of spinal cord injuries is determine by both the neurological level of the injury and the so-called completeness of the injury, and these classifications directly relate to your ability to control your limbs after a spinal cord injury. The neurological level of your injury is determined by the lowest, normally functioning segment of your spinal cord. A spinal cord injury is considered complete if all sensation and motor function is lost below the neurological level, or point of injury. An incomplete spinal cord injury is one in which some motor function and sensory function is maintained below the neurological level.

Paralysis resulting from a spinal cord injury is referred to as tetraplegia or quadriplegia if your arms, torso, legs, and pelvic organs are all affected by your injury. Paralysis is referred to as paraplegia if the paralysis affects all or part of the torso, legs, and pelvic organs.

If you have suffered a spinal cord injury at the hand of another, find a personal injury attorney who can help you receive the monetary damages and peace of mind that you deserve.