Signs and symptoms of a spinal cord injury may include, but are not limited to:

• Severe back pain or pressure on the spine, neck, head, or back;
• Loss of strength or coordination;
• Paralysis in any part of the body;
• Numbness or tinging in fingers, toes, hands, or feet;
• Loss of bladder or bowel control;
• Difficulty walking or balancing while standing;
• Difficulty breathing;
• Aggressive muscle spasms or reflexes;
• Sexual dysfunction or sensitivity;
• Stinging sensation in the spinal cord;
• Inability to clear secretions from the throat or lungs.