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Spinal cord trauma is damage to the spinal cord. It may result from direct injury to the cord itself or indirectly from damage to surrounding bones, tissues, or blood vessels.Spinal cord trauma can be caused by any numb... |
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Symptoms
Symptoms vary somewhat depending on the location of the injury. Spinal cord injury causes weakness and sensory loss a...
Causes
Spinal cord trauma can be caused by any number of injuries to the spine. They can result from motor vehicle accidents...
Tests
Spinal cord injury is a medical emergency requiring immediate attention.The health care provider will perform a physi...
Treatments
A spinal cord trauma is a medical emergency requiring immediate treatment to reduce the long-term effects. The time b...
Alternative Therapies
For organizations that provide support and additional information, see spinal injury resources.
Complications
The following are possible complications of a spinal cord injury:.Blood pressure changes- can be extreme(autonomic hy...
Prevention
Safety practices during work and recreation can prevent many spinal cord injuries. Use proper protective equipment if...
Doctor Specialties
This is a medical emergency!.Management of spinal cord injury begins at the site of an accident with paramedics train...
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