Colorado spine surgeon, Dr. Donald Corenman, M.D., D.C. (http://neckandback.com), is an expert in treating spinal cord injuries associated with a traumatic fall, sports related injury or accident. Many spine fractures include a thoracolumbar fracture, which is a break in one or more of the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae. Spine fractures can be very serious but are also treatable in many cases. This presentation on spinal cord injuries, spine fractures and thoracolumbar fractures details events that can lead to this injury, symptoms and treatment options. Dr. Corenman is a renowned Colorado spine surgeon and also is an expert at all spine conditions and disorders including scoliosis, degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, sciatica, herniated disc, slipped disc and spondylolythesis. He is also a sports medicine specialist and treats athletes with traumatic sports related injuries. He recently launched his own website (http://neckandback.com) to educate patients on spine disorders and to offer second opinions to physicians and colleagues who are seeking additional information on specific spine injuries and treatment options.