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Spinal cord injuries

A spinal cord injury is damage to the spinal cord that can make you lose feeling, movement, or both. Learn about causes and effects.

Lumbar spine

Your lumbar spine lets you move, supports you and protects your spinal cord. Injury is common. Prevent it by handling loads safely and being active.

Workers' compensation

If you're injured or become ill from work you may be entitled to workers' compensation. Read about different workers’ compensation schemes available.

Nervous system

Your nervous system controls many of your body’s functions, including walking, speaking and other activities. Learn more about how it works.

Shock

Shock is when not enough blood circulates around the body to deliver oxygen to your organs. It can be fatal. Learn how to help someone with shock.

Bladder

Your bladder stores urine (wee). It works with your kidneys to remove waste products through urine. Learn more about your bladder here.

Catheter problems

A catheter is a tube put into the bladder to drain urine (wee). Find out about catheter use and problems, such as leaking and blockages.

Medicines for nerve pain

There are many different types of medicines used to help ease nerve pain. Find out more about what medicines to take from a trusted source.

Dry orgasm

A dry orgasm is when males orgasm without ejaculating. This happens when no semen is made or when the semen travel backwards into your bladder.

Erectile dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction (ED or impotence) is difficulty getting or keeping an erection for intercourse. Learn about its causes and treatment options.

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