Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) refers to damage to the spinal cord that results in a loss of function, mobility, or sensation. It can lead to significant impairments in daily activities and overall quality of life. The severity and extent of injury depend on the location of the damage and the completeness of the injury, which can be classified as either complete or incomplete.
Types of Spinal Cord Injury
Complete Spinal Cord Injury:
In a complete spinal cord injury, there is a total loss of sensory and motor function below the level of injury. Individuals with complete injuries may have no ability to feel or move their limbs and may also experience loss of bladder and bowel control.
Incomplete Spinal Cord Injury:
In incomplete spinal cord injury, some function remains below the level of injury. This can vary widely, with individuals retaining some sensation or movement in their limbs. Incomplete injuries are further classified into various syndromes.
Tracks:
Loss of Movement
Loss of Sensation
Spasticity
Bowel and Bladder Dysfunction
Pain
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