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  1. Spinal cord injury - paraplegia

    Most people who have a spinal cord injury are young males, who have a greater tendency to indulge in risky behaviour.

  2. Ladder Safety – Paul’s story

    Paul was sanding the exterior of his house when he overreached and fell more than two metres from his ladder.

  3. Syringomyelia

    Syringomyelia is the growth of a cyst in the spinal cord that may result in paraplegia or quadriplegia if not treated.

  4. Swimming - preventing injury

    It only takes seconds for a child to drown, so never take your eyes off children near the water.

  5. Cerebral palsy

    Cerebral palsy affects people in different ways some people experience minor motor skill problems, while others may be totally physically dependent

  6. General anaesthetics

    An anaesthetic is a drug or agent that produces a complete or partial loss of feeling.

  7. Ladder Safety – Mick's story

    Injuries associated with ladder falls have been steadily increasing in Australia. As you age you are more at risk of serious injuries from falls.

  8. Acquired brain injuries and spinal cord injuries

    Acquired brain injuries and spinal cord injuries may have a significant effect on your intimate relationships, friendships, social networks, recreation and work activities.

  9. Laminectomy

    A laminectomy is a surgical incision into the vertebra to obtain access to the spinal cord.

  10. Ladder safety matters

    When using a ladder, make safety matter.

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