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{{c1::FES::therapy modality}} is a relative contraindication during the acute phase of HO

Pressure injuries commonly develop in persons with SCI within the first {{c1::2}} years

Stage 3 of spinal shock Early hyperreflexia—on average, muscle stretch reflexes return after {{c1::3 weeks}} . Some ...

Prolonged pressure over bony prominences, exceeding {{c1::capillary}} pressure results in subsequent {{c2::tissue i...

SCI lesions above {{c1::T8::vertebral level}} , cannot regulate and maintain normal body temperature

Depression occurs in 20% to 45% of those w/ SCI and usually occurs within the 1st {{c1::month}}

Bladder wall {{c1::hypertrophy}} can make vesicoureteral junction become incompetent, permitting reflux of urine

3rd most common overall SCI injury {{c1::complete paraplegia::complete/incomplete tetra/para}}

( AHCPR ) found only {{c1::electrical stimulation}} merited recommendation for nonhealing pressure injuries ↑ circulat...

{{c1::Pregabalin}} is the only medication FDA approved for the indication of neuropathic pain in SCI

{{c1::C5}} is overall the most common level of SCI {{c2::T12}} is the most common level of injury of paraplegia

HO tx Surgical resection usually postponed {{c1::12}} to {{c1::18}} months to allow maturation of HO

most common tumors that arise within the spinal cord (intradural) are {{c1::primary::mets/primary}} tumors most common...

Useful indices for weaning include maximum inspiratory pressure ( MIP {or NIF} ) − {{c1::20}} cm H 2 O or more negative

HO Signs/Symptoms Most common: {{c1::Pain}} and {{c1::↓ ROM}} Also: Local {{c2::swelling}}, {{c2::erythema}}, {{c2::warm...

Chemoprophylaxis in SCI generally withheld for first {{c1::72}} hours

{{c1::ADYNAMIC ILEUS aka GASTRIC ATONY::GI complication}} Occurs in approximately half of SCI patients, resulting fr...

2nd most common overall SCI injury {{c1::incomplete paraplegia::complete/incomplete tetra/para}}

SCI Visceral / Nociceptive Pain Dull, aching, or cramping type pain located in the thorax or abdomen always consider th...

Spinocerebellar tract function = {{c1:: unconscious proprioception}}

Recovery from CCS {{c1::LEs}} recover first and to a greater extent. followed by improvement in {{c1::bladder function...

{{c1::Rotation flap}}: Semicircular flap moved about a pivot point to close a triangular defect

At 1 year post SCI — ~ {{c1::15 (12% to 18%)::%}} are employed; 25.8% at 5 years, and at 10 years postinjury—35% are e...

following SCI remains unclear, we recommend that ppx be provided for a minimum of 8

Stage I PU: localized area of {{c1::nonblanchable erythema}}

limb fractures in SCI frequently treated with {{c1::soft padded splints}}

SCI HO Treatment options : {{c1::ROM::conservative}} {{c2::Etidronate}} × 6 months {{c2::NSAIDs}} {{c3::Warfarin::rar...

SCI w/ syringomeylia Avoid activites that {{c1::↑ intrathoracic/abdominal pressure}} such as... {{c1::weight lifting}}...

use of higher tidal volumes in the range of {{c1::15 to 20::#-#}} mL/kg in patients with SCI had been recommended

Over the last 20 years, cases of {{c1::incomplete tetraplegia::SCI incomplete/complete para/tetra}} have increased

{{c1::tendon transfer}} procedure is when a functioning muscle and its tendon are rerouted into tendon of paralyzed mus...

{{c1::Radicular (segmental)}} arteries are branches of local arteries (vertebral, intercostals) that enter through the ...

most common overall SCI injury {{c1::incomplete tetraplegia::complete/incomplete/tetra/para}}

Tendon Transfer post-operative management : extremity usually {{c1::Casted}} for a few weeks change to a removeable {{c2...

SCI , the ability to ejaculate is less than the ability to obtain an erection Approximately {{c1:: 10% (~5% to 15)}} % ...

HO bisphosphonate tx dose may be based upon the initial {{c1::CPK}} and {{c1::CRP}} blood test result

Glial tumors, such as {{c1::astrocytomas}} and {{c1::ependymomas}} , represent up to 80% of intramedullary spinal cor...

Tendon Transfer C7 {{c1::ECRL (or FCU) to the FDP::2 muscles}} : Restores finger flexion

chronic SCI report MSK pain: most common joint is the {{c1::shoulder}}

serious HO Complications : {{c1::joint ankylosis ( ↓ ROM)}} {{c2::pressure injury}} {{c3::nerve entrapment}} {{c4::vasc...

{{c1::pneumovest}} = machine version of chest PT that uses high frequency osscilations

suspect dual diagnosis in SCI pt based on... {{c1:: mech of injury (e.g., MVC w/ head strike ) }} {{c1::loc}} {{c2:: hi...

Stage 4 PU : Full-thickness skin and tissue loss with exposed {{c1::muscle, tendon, or bone::3}} in the ulcer Slough ...

Typical Syrinx tx includes Close monitoring with {{c3::neuro-checks}} and {{c3::serial MRI's}} as well as {{c1::sympto...

{{c1::Pedicled perforator}} flaps: blood supply to the skin and subcutaneous tissue

Bisacodyl (Dulcolax ® ) is in an oil base that stimulates peristalsis and {{c1::sensory nerve endings}}

longer duration of ppx include: motor

Sperm retrieval in SCI men who are unable to ejaculate 1.) {{c1::Penile vibratory stimulation}} 2.) {{c2::Electroejacu...

Orthostatic HOTN mechanism {{c1::Aortic/carotid baroreceptors}} sense decrease in BP {{c1::Brainstem}} unable to se...

Cavitation of the spinal cord usually begins at {{c1::the level of the injury}} progresses in a {{c2::cephalad and cau...