Spinal Cord Problems

Spinal Cord Problems

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Spinal Cord Treatment in Navi Mumbai What are spinal cord disorders?

The conditions that lead to the damage and deterioration of the spinal cord are known as spinal cord problems. The spinal cord is a tube-like structure made up of a group of nerves that runs from the brain's base to the lower back. From the brain, the spinal cord transmits signals to the rest of the body.

The vertebrae contain the spinal cord (the backbone). There are mainly 4 sections of the spinal cord (Cervical, Lumbar, Thoracic and Sacral), and diseases of the spinal cord can damage any one of them. The conditions that can affect the spinal cord are tumors, spinal stenosis, herniated discs, abscess, hematoma, vertebral fractures, degenerative disc disease, etc.

What are the symptoms of spinal cord disorders?

The primary symptoms of a spinal cord disorder are:

Limb Weakness Or Paralysis

Loss Of Sensation

Alterations In Reflexes

Loss Of Bowel Or Bladder Control

Spontaneous Muscle Contractions

Back Pain

What are the causes of spinal cord disorders?

Disorders of the spinal cord or back bone can develop from both inside and outside the spinal cord . Compression of the spinal cord or injury might result in damage to the exterior of the cord. A bone fracture, spinal degeneration, or anomalies like a hematoma, tumor, or herniated disc may all cause the spinal cord to get compressed.

What is the treatment for spinal cord disorders?

The location and severity of a spinal cord disorder or back bone problems will determine how it is treated. Some of the causes can be irreparable but following your healthcare team's treatment recommendations will help you avoid more issues.

These are some spinal cord disease treatments:

Occupational Or Physical Therapy

Activity Modification

Surgery

The administration of drugs to treat conditions like:

  • Dysfunctions Of The Bowels And Bladder

  • Pain

  • Muscle Tigidity

  • High Blood Pressure

  • Additional Health Problems