posted this brief video to help spread awareness of Spina Bifida month.

In October it is expected that in October, the Spina Bifida Association and other associations will put on events designed to help better make people aware of the ailment that is so difficult to treat.

Help Spread Spina Bifida Awareness

Spina bifida severity depends on what size and the location where the spinal opening is located. It is crucial to take into consideration the location of the injury and the number of nerves in the affected area.

There are three kinds of spina bifida. These are Myelomeningocele, Meningocele, and Spina Bifida Occulta. One of the most dangerous, Myelomeningocele, causes an enlarged sac of fluid at the back of a child. Meningocele can cause the same thing, however the spinal cord does not reside in the sac. Additionally, Spina Bifida Occulta is the mildest kind of spina Bifida. It is a condition that may go undetected for years. Be aware that the higher your understanding, the better you are able to educate other people, and help bring an stop to the condition.

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