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Spinal Cord Injuries (Spinal fractures)
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A spinal fracture is different from a fracture of the limbs, because the spine is the location of both the spinal cord and spinal nerves. Spinal cord injuries can be a result of lesser injuries to the ligaments or tendons, meninges (spinal membrane), spinal fractures, compressions, dislocations, and also nervous system injuries, which can in some cases cause paralysis.
Treatment will begin with the doctor prescribing medication for reducing pain, and protecting the injury from further damage with a back brace. The patient may also be required to wear a padded halo vest and a neck brace, and, in some cases undergo surgery, depending on the severity and type of injury.
A back brace is responsible for:
For patients who suffer spinal fractures, or injuries which lead to loss of movement or nervous system injuries, a back brace must be worn for 8-12 weeks, or until the damaged vertebrae are healed. Such patients must also undergo physiotherapy.
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