India, Sept. 5 -- Living with a spinal cord injury (SCI) is no mean feat. It can be life-altering for anyone. But women in particular often face unique situations that remain unconsidered in most cases, says a senior spine surgeon in India. These situations are not limited to physical disability, but also raise complications related to women's overall health, daily life, and emotional needs.

Dr Vikas Tandon, Associate Director and Chief of Spine Services, Indian Spinal Injuries Centre (ISIC) asserts that identifying these complications can improve support and care received by women patients. Since the World Spinal Cord Injury Day 2025 theme is 'Fall Prevention-Spinal Cord Protection', ISIC and the Illness to Wellness Foundation launched ...