“If you would seek health, look first to the spine”- Socrates
Going by the quote, one has to agree that the spinal cord is imperative for the apt functioning of the body. Spinal cord injury is the damage to any part of the spinal cord or the nerves which may be fatal.
The sensitivity of spinal cord problems can be directly related to the snags which come along.
Before you start wondering or panicking, sit back and calmly go through this blog and get a clear vision of the possible causes, symptoms and the ways to prevent it.
And here we begin!
CAUSES OF SPINAL CORD INJURY
The catastrophic nature of spinal cord injuries is attributable to the causes. While some come out victorious, still there are some others who succumb to such injuries which may lead to lifelong impairment of the concerned body part.
The most obvious causes of spinal cord injuries can be any of the following:
ACCIDENTS:
The leading cause of spinal cord injuries is an accident. Every year, accidents claim many lives and those who succeed to defeat death have to live with many complications such as spinal cord injuries. In some critical cases, it may cause permanent damage. So, better beware of accidents and ensure safety at each step.
SLIPS:
Unexpected slips are impartial towards gender, age or the situation of the person. Slipping on the wet floor, misplaced step on the stairs or even fainting can act as great assistants of spinal cord injuries. Such slips simply intensify the problems thus creating complications and imbalance in one’s life.
FALLING OBJECTS:
We come across various situations in our daily lives where we are prone to risks of heavy objects falling upon us. Construction sites, falling rocks or heavy hailstorms can render our spinal cord damaged. One should be very careful when he is exposed to such risks.
MEDICAL OR SURGICAL FACTORS:
In some cases, surgeries or other such medical factors can become a nightmare for the person. Some errors may creep in and worsen the situation by helping the spinal cord injuries to affect the person. That is why it is crucial to choose the right doctor for the concerned surgeries.
DIVING FACTORS:
Spinal cord injuries can be caused when the water is too shallow or the diver may hit some objects under water. Experience also counts wherein a person who is inexperienced in swimming can develop such complications. The injury hurts but safety never hurts and so one should pay close attention to the safety measures.
SYMPTOMS SHOWED WHEN THERE IS A SPINAL CORD INJURY
Some symptoms show up immediately while some others may take some time to become evident. The criticality of the spinal cord problems depends upon the type of symptom experienced by the person. In other words, these symptoms decide the fate of a person’s health and well-being.
These symptoms can be:
PARTIAL OR COMPLETE LOSS OF MUSCLE FUNCTION:
A person may experience loss of function which may be partial or complete. Inability to accomplish daily chores or unable to exert muscle power while doing some work are danger signs signalling that you might have developed spinal cord complications.
LOSS OF SENSATION:
A person may experience loss of sensation in the body below the level of injury. It must be considered a high time when one starts to experience this and should immediately consult the expert.
LOSS OF CONTROL OF BOWELS AND BLADDER:
A person may experience the loss of control of bowels and bladder which need to be paid close attention and treated immediately.
BREATHING PROBLEMS:
Spinal cord injuries in the upper neck can lead to breathing problems which may require the use of artificial breathing to restore proper breathing function. But this situation needs immediate treatment.
HOW TO PREVENT IT?
“Prevention is better than cure”
Yes, it is an undeniable fact that preventing a problem before it occurs is the best remedy. But in order to prevent a problem, we must first know the way-outs of doing so.
Since there are various causes of spinal cord injuries, so we have classified the preventative measures accordingly for you.
GENERAL MEASURES:
- Always wear the seat belt while driving.
- Keep the floor free from objects which can lead to slipping.
- Do not drink and drive.
- Do not use mobile phones while driving.
SPORTS MEASURES:
- Take all the required safety measures.
- Ensure that the sports area is free from any obstructions.
- Avoid indulging in dangerous sports.
DIVING MEASURES:
- Ensure that the water is not shallow.
- Ensure that the surrounding area is free from any obstructions.
- Ensure that you have the required experience of diving.
SURGICAL SAFETY MEASURES:
- Always consult the experts.
- Talk to your expert on developing even a minor complication.
Consulting the doctor at the right time can help you save oodles of hassles and health complications. But simply consulting is not sufficient. You should also look for the expertise and the treatments offered by the concerned doctor.
At Narad Hospital, we believe in “The first wealth is health” and we do strive to work towards it with our state-of-the-art treatments and expert professionals who are available to serve you without any limitations.
Have a word with us and we will guide you in the best way possible and assist you to regain the power within you.
