The face of care for spinal cord injury (SCI) has changed greatly since the veterans of World War II and the Korean Conflict returned to the United States. Living with SCI in the late 1950s was a difficult endeavor. Recurrent urinary, respiratory, and skin problems led to a shortened life expectancy and impaired quality of life. SCI systems of care are available all over the world. Learn about them and the healthcare risks faced by those aging with SCI.