MRI is usually done with any of the following: Spinal cord injury is suspected based on x-ray or CT Spinal cord injury is suggested by neurologic deficits on examination Spinal cord injury is suggested by a history of even transient neurologic deficits Treatment Immobilization Maintenance of oxygenation and spinal cord perfusion Supportive care Surgical stabilization when appropriate Long-term symptomatic care and rehabilitation Children with a spinal injury should be transferred to a pediatric trauma center.