Understanding spinal cord injury
A spinal cord injury can affect movement, sensation, strength, balance and functional independence. The effects vary depending on the location and severity of the injury.
Goals of rehabilitation
Rehabilitation may focus on:
- Maintaining available movement
- Improving strength where possible
- Mobility training
- Transfers
- Sitting and standing activities when appropriate
- Wheelchair skills
- Balance
- Functional independence
Why individual assessment matters
A spinal cord injury requires careful rehabilitation planning. Exercise selection depends on the person’s neurological status, medical condition, abilities and rehabilitation goals.
Long-term rehabilitation
Rehabilitation can be an ongoing process. Home exercise, mobility practice, equipment education and functional training may form part of long-term management.
Frequently asked questions
Can physiotherapy help people with spinal cord injuries?
Physiotherapy can support mobility, strength, functional skills and independence, depending on the individual’s condition.
Is every spinal cord injury the same?
No. The effects differ significantly between individuals.
Can rehabilitation continue at home?
Home-based rehabilitation may be appropriate for some individuals under professional guidance.
Neurological rehabilitation in Choolai
At THE MPRC, neurological rehabilitation is designed around individual functional abilities and rehabilitation goals.
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