2024年8月17日 · The lowest part of the spinal cord not damaged after an injury is known as the neurological level of the injury. "The completeness" of the injury refers to how much feeling, known as sensation, is lost.

2024年8月17日 · A spinal cord injury can lead to a decline in physical functioning, known as deconditioning. Or it can lead to stiff muscles due to lack of use, known as muscle contractures. People with a spinal cord injury also may experience pressure ulcers, bowel and bladder issues, respiratory infections, and blood clots.

2019年4月20日 · The spinal cord injury rehabilitation program treats complete and incomplete spinal cord damage from accidents, infections and other conditions.

2024年9月13日 · Locomotor training for a spinal cord injury can help people recover their ability to walk if they're experiencing: Trouble with movement and feeling. Trouble completing daily living activities.

2024年9月19日 · Sexuality and fertility management after a spinal cord injury (SCI) involves creating a comprehensive plan for rehabilitation. How much an SCI affects your sexuality and fertility depends on the level of spinal cord injury. It also …

2016年11月8日 · A three-phase clinical trial explores a lightweight exoskeleton system to evaluate its impact on the lives of people with mobility issues due to spinal cord injuries. The robotic tool allows people with complete paralysis — no motor or sensory function below their level of injury — to rise, stand and walk.

2024年5月4日 · The goal of spasticity management for spinal cord injury is to help maintain muscle range of motion, prevent muscles from tightening and shortening, and reduce muscle spasms.

2024年10月27日 · What helped Laurie develop that mindset and drive was a journal her rehab team encouraged her to write in the hospital after her initial injury. The journal evolved into a book, "My Life Beyond the Outhouse: The First Two Years."

2022年4月29日 · A spinal cord injury sometimes interrupts communication between the brain and the nerves in the spinal cord that control bladder and bowel function. This can cause bladder and bowel dysfunction known as neurogenic bladder or neurogenic bowel.

2024年5月7日 · Therapists and your spinal cord injury doctors coordinate and work with you to find assistive technologies that may help you. The Wheelchair and Seating Clinic at Mayo Clinic's campus in Minnesota offers many types of equipment and seating options for people who may need mobility devices.