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Spinal cord injury (SCI) is a life-altering condition that affects thousands of individuals worldwide each year. It can lead to partial or complete loss of sensory and motor functions below the site of the injury. This article explores the causes, symptoms, treatment options, and recent advances in spinal cord injury research, with a reference to Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan's close call with a spinal injury. What is a Spinal Cord Injury? The spinal cord is a vital part of the central nervous system, transmitting signals between the brain and the rest of the body. A spinal cord injury occurs when trauma or disease damages this essential structure. Injuries can be classified as:            • Complete: Total loss of function and sensation below the injury site.           • Incomplete: Partial preservation of sensory or motor function. Saif Ali Khan's Close Call Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan recently had a narrow escape from...