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Why will a c-7 spinal cord injury cause hyperventilation?
Why will a c7 spinal cord injury cause hypoventalation
What is a cause of flaccid muscles?
spinal cord injury
What will a spinal fracture of c6 do?
A spinal fracture will only cause paralysis if the spinal cord is also damaged. A C5 injury will affect finger flexion and extension, wrist flexion, tricepts, and all muscle groups from the chest downwards throughout the body. Breathing will be compromised, as will bowel, bladder and sexual function.
Can having hernia surgery cause incontinence?
Ignorance or injury during surgery may lead to damage and impotency
What vertebra is least likely to cause a spinal cord injury if fracture?
L4
Can a viral infection of the spinal cord cause paralysis?
yes it can, paralysis will appear with any type of spinal cord injury
How severe would a spinal cord injury be to cause brain swelling?
I think in the back and the neck because that is were our spinal card is OK
What is the most common cause of paraplegia?
Paraplegia occurs after injury to the lower spinal cord
What is the lowest level on the spinal cord that an injury could cause diaphragmatic impairment or paralysis?
T 12
Can scoliosis cause paralysis?
If the scoliosis is so severe that there is injury to the spinal cord, paralysis could result.
What level of the spinal cord is damaged to cause urinary incontinence?
Parasympathetic nerves from the S2, S3 and S4 levels of your spinal cord cause the upper part of your bladder to contract and your bladder neck to relax, assisting in the process of micturition (urination). If these are damaged you will have bladder control problems.
Can bowel problems have anything to do with pins and needles in back of left thigh?
Possibly. Sometimes, bowel conditions can be linked to problems with the legs if there is a spinal issue. A problem with the spine can cause pressure on the organs such as bowel and bladder. And an accompanying leg issue would have me question whether an MRI scan would be needed to rule in/out spinal problems. Speak to your doctor
