What is a Spinal Cord Injury?
A spinal cord injury is when damage to the spinal cord results in loss of mobility, pain or function. Spinal cord injuries can be caused by trauma or chronic disease.
How is a Spinal Cord Injury Treated by Physical and Occupational Therapists?
Physical and Occupational Therapists use a goal-oriented approach to help individuals recovering from spinal cord injury improve physical function and mobility and develop the skills and strategies to perform activities of daily living.
Therapists use TheraStride body weight supported treadmill system for intensive locomotor training designed for the recovery of walking for individuals with central nervous system injury or disease.
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Physical and Occupational Therapy
A department providing personalized PT/OT, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and sports rehab to support recovery and mobility, helping patients regain function, build strength…
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Physical Therapy
A program within the Department of Physical and Occupational Therapy providing physical therapy (physio) to help patients recover from injury, improve movement, and manage pain th…