A spinal cord Injury (SCI) can be caused by traumatic and non-traumatic damage to the spinal cord. Although people often associate Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) with total paralysis and wheelchair use for life, many patients will have damage that is not complete but have some sparing of motor and or sensory function. The majority of people affected by spinal cord damage are in fact defined as incomplete Spinal Cord Injury (ISCI).
Initially an assessment will be carried out which involves identifying current functional abilities and those goals that the person would like to achieve. The assessment will begin by exploring balance and postural control and assessing the ability of the body to respond to movement and displacement.
The neurological physiotherapists at SPEAR can also provide individualised treatment that can help manage the many symptoms and physical challenges of a SCI such as:
At SPEAR, our physiotherapy clinics are dedicated to providing personalised care for every injury. Our goal is to help you achieve optimal recovery and maintain a healthy, active lifestyle.
