Spinal Cord Injury (SCI): Anatomy, Symptoms, Causes, Risk Factors & Treatment

What is Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)?

Spinal cord injuries (SCI) pertain to damage in any part of the nerves that run down the center of your back.  Injuries to the nerves that run throughout the spinal canal can result in permanent changes in sensation, strength, and contribute to impaired body functions below the site of the injury.  

Anatomy of Spinal Cord Injury

Spinal cord injuries usually begin with a sudden, traumatic impact to the spine that fractures or dislocates the vertebrae.  Displaced bone fragments, disc material, or ligaments bruise or tear into the spinal cord tissue.  Fractures within the vertebrae can also compress the nerves and destroy axons of the nerve cell making it impossible to carry signals up and down the spinal cord.  Some injuries can result in full recovery while others may have complete paralysis.  

Symptoms of Spinal Cord Injury

1. קושי בהליכה
2. Loss of control of the bladder or bowels
3. Loss of movement in the arms or legs
4. Increased numbness or tingling in the extremities
5. Unconsciousness
6. כְּאֵב רֹאשׁ
7. Pain or stiffness in the neck area
8. Signs of shock

Causes of a Spinal Cord Injury

1. Sudden trauma
2. Head injuries during physical activity
3. Accidental falls
4. Post surgery complications
5. Improper body mechanics
6. יציבה לקויה
7. Diving accidents

Risk Factors for a Spinal Cord Injury

1. Males
2. Between the ages of 16-30, or older than 65
3. Engaging in risky behavior involving water or vehicle sports
4. Bone or joint disorders such as arthritis or osteoporosis

Treatment of Spinal Cord Injury

פינוקי ASTR spinal cord injury בצורה עדינה, יעילה וטבעית על ידי טיפול בחוסר איזון בשרירים, רקמת צלקת, נקודות טריגר,  הגבלות פאשיה, דלקות, יציבה, מכניקת גוף שהם לרוב מקור הכאב. ASTR נוקט בגישה הוליסטית כדי לטפל בגורמים השורשיים לכאב, לא רק בסימפטומים. טיפול ASTR ניתן לעשות בבית עבור spinal cord injury.