The Effects of Spinal Cord Injury

The Effects of Spinal Cord Injury

The effects of a spinal cord injury are dependent on the type and level of the lesion. Effects are seen below the level of a lesion and can present as a reduction or complete:

• loss of sensation
• loss of voluntary movement
• loss of proprioception (awareness of joint position in space)
• loss of bladder and bowel function
• loss of sexual function

Individuals also commonly experience:

• reduced ability to breathe deeply and cough
• pain
• muscular spasms

• What is a SCI?
• Types of SCI
• Effects of SCI
• Physiotherapy for SCI
• Why Manchester Neuro Physio

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