Workmans Comp Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal cord injury occurs when a traumatic event results in damage to cells
within the spinal cord or severs the nerve tracts that relay signals up and down
the spinal cord the most common types of include contusion bruising of the
spinal cord and compression caused by pressure on the spinal cord, Other types
of injuries include lacerations severing or tearing of some nerve fibers, such
as damage caused by a gun shot wound.
Spinal Cord Injury
and central cord syndrome specific damage to the corticospinal tracts of the
cervical region of the spinal cord. Severe often causes paralysis loss of
control over voluntary movement and muscles of the body and loss of sensation
and reflex function below the point of injury, including autonomic activity such
as breathing and other activities such as bowel and bladder control. Other
symptoms such as pain or sensitivity to stimuli, muscle spasms, and sexual
dysfunction may develop over time. patients are also prone to develop secondary
medical problems, such as bladder infections, lung infections, and bed sores.
Damage to the Spinal Cord Injury the injury can
be permanent and currently there is no cure, however new research proves that
spinal cord repair and regeneration is possible. More and more researchers
around the world are confident that a cure for paralysis could be as close as
ten years away new breakthroughs and discoveries leading to a cure are imminent.
Reducing the extent of injury and for restoring
function are still limited. Immediate treatment for acute SCI includes
techniques to relieve cord compression, prompt within 8 hours of the injury drug
therapy with corticosteroids such as methylprednisolone to minimize cell damage,
and stabilization of the vertebrae of the spine to prevent further injury.
Types of disability associated with
Spinal Cord Injury vary
greatly depending on the severity of the injury, the segment of the spinal cord
at which the injury occurs, and which nerve fibers are damaged. Most people with
Spinal Cord Injury regain some functions between a week and 6 months after injury, but the
likelihood of spontaneous recovery diminishes after 6 months. Rehabilitation
strategies can minimize long-term disability.
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