Spinal Cord Injuries
Spinal cord injuries from falls, car accidents and other sources are among the most serious and potentially debilitating types of physical harm anyone can sustain. They can result from a seemingly endless array of causes, and their manifestations run the gamut from mildly inconvenient to truly life-changing.
In addition to the immediate harm resulting from injuries of this type, spinal cord damage can produce a series of secondary conditions which transform daily routines into grueling trials.
Fortunately, the physicians at Elite Spine & Orthopedics offer effective and highly advanced treatment techniques to bring relief and a renewed sense of vigor to patients previously without hope.
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Common Types of Spinal Cord Injuries
Spinal trauma often involves a vertebral or bone fracture of the spine, a column of nerve connections which serve the brain and body. These nerves branch out to almost all areas of the body, including eyes, organs, legs and arms, and they carry essential electrical signals which control vital bodily functions.
When this critical pathway suffers damage or becomes impeded through falls, accidents or other sources, the signals can be blocked and interfere with proper function.
Spinal injuries can affect individuals in all age groups, and can result in pain, numbness, stiffness, and other discomfort. Though many spinal traumas do not actually produce nerve damage, there may be localized effects on specific nerves or there may be bone fragments present which impinge upon the spinal cord and cause paralysis, disruption in breathing function and loss of control over a range of functions.
Collapsing of the spinal column or a change in spinal alignment can produce spinal stenosis, a condition known to cause severe pain and mobility issues.
Disc herniation is another potential consequence of spinal cord trauma and can place undue pressure on distinct nerves. This regularly results in pain that radiates to other portions of the body and severely inhibits normal movement. Ultimately, the goal of treating physicians is to relieve pressure on the spinal cord and related nerves promptly so that nerve function is not permanently destroyed.
Treatment Options for Spinal Injury Patients
Whether the result of a traumatic event, degenerative condition, infection, tumor or another cause, spinal disorders can prove truly devastating. Sufferers of spinal fractures, disc herniation, deformities, stenosis, scoliosis and kyphosis can access a wide range of treatment options ranging from conventional surgery to cutting edge, minimally invasive techniques.
Depending on their specific condition, patients may be offered procedures that range from bracing to spinal injections to minimally invasive surgery to physical therapy.
Importance of Seeking Treatment for Spinal Cord Injuries
The pain, disruption and inconvenience of chronic back pain is undeniable. When spinal cord injuries are to blame, sufferers should waste no time in seeking the most advanced treatments available. To learn more about changing your life for the better, contact us today at (855) 77-SPINE.
Client Reviews
Title: Professional and Effective
By: Kat
From my first visit, Dr. Hayes addressed my needs and concerns with his delightful demeanor, charm, and professional courtesy. He made me realize through his confidence that he was the right doctor for me. Less than two weeks after procedure I can say honestly that I haven't felt this good in my back in twenty-five years. I now require very little pain medication and look to require none at all in less than a month. God bless this fabulous Dr. I highly and heartily recommend him.