Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day

Kirsty Meech, Director in the Catastrophic Injury team at JCP Solicitors, explains the importance of Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day.

Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Day is held on 16 May 2025, and stands as a poignant reminder to support the 105,000+ people in the UK who have suffered spinal cord injuries.

Spinal cord injury can include damage to any area of the spinal cord, including damage to the nerves at the end, which are known as cauda equina. The spinal cord sends and receives signals between the brain and the body, and so injury often causes permanent damage to sensation, strength, and bodily function.

Most often, injury is caused by accidents such as traffic collisions, slips or falls, or as a result of medical negligence, such as mistakes that happen during an operation, delayed or missed diagnosis. It can also occur following illnesses or health conditions, such as metastases of the spine.

Acquired spinal cord injuries can have a devastating impact and feel incredibly stressful for the survivor and their families. As business members of the Spinal Injuries Association (SIA), JCP Solicitors understands the need for holistic, comprehensive support and access to rehabilitation services, as well as emotional support teams. Whether or not the injury is your fault, JCP Solicitors can help you to understand your rights and find the best support services for you.

We work closely with medical and rehabilitation experts across South Wales to support our clients, whilst working tirelessly to investigate your claim in order to achieve the best possible outcome for you. We see the person behind the claim, and we know that compensation is not just about money; it is about ensuring you can have the best quality of life possible.

For advice and guidance on personal injury or medical negligence, JCP Solicitors can help. Email our team on hello@jcpsolicitors.co.uk or call 03333 209244.