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A PATIENT DISCHARGED AFTER UNDERGOING TREATMENT FOR SPINAL CORD INJURY!!

THE JOY OF A DISCHARGED PATIENT!!

SPINAL IMAGING OF PATIENT
BEFORE TREATMENT AND AFTER TREATMENT.

DISCITIS :
is an inflammation of the intervetebrae disc, occurring as a a result of bacteria or viral infection.

RISK FACTORS INCLUDES:

1.Immunosuppressive conditions as HIV/AIDS,
&TUBERCULOSIS.

2. Autoimmune Diseases
3. Osteomyelitis
4. Sepsis from spinal surgery
5. Steroid Abuse
6. Extreme Ages (extremely young age & the elderly.

SIGNS/SUMMONS:
1. BACK ACHE
2. BACK STIFFNESS
3. ARCHING OF THE BACK.
4. DISTORTED POSTURE
5. LOSS OF MOBILITY.
6. FEVER(Low grade if viral.)

DIAGNOSIS:
RADIOLOGICAL:
1.Magnetic Resonance imaging
2. X-ray
3. Bone Scan

Hematological:
1.ESR (elevated)
2.C-Reactive protein (elevated).

PROGNOSIS:
May be self limiting in viral infection, but bacteria infection could progress into epidural abscess, osteomyelitis & paralysis.

TREATMENT:
please Contact us for treatment modalities.

OUR PATIENT WALKS AGAIN AFTER AN ACCIDENT.

The causes of kyphosis
Includes:

1.Births defects of the spine

2.Age Related Degeneration of the thoracic spine

3.Spinal compression Fractures

4.Intervetebrae Disc degeneration and Osteoporosis.

THE JOY OF A PATIENT DISCHARGED PAINFREE.

BACK ACHE
is very common in pregnancy.
It occurs due to:

1. The increased weight gain and enlargement of the uterus (womb) to accommodate the growing fetus.

2. Due to the increased Laxity of the spinal ligaments (supporting the back muscles)
by the hormone RELAXIN.

WHAT YOU CAN DO:

1. Always maintain correct posture.

2. Avoid high heels.
3. Ensure regular exercises.
4. Use Mild Analgesics.
5. Avoid lifting objects.

BACK ACHE
is very common in pregnancy.
It occurs due to
the increased weight gain and enlargement of the uterus (womb)to accommodate the growing fetus.

From the increased laxity in spinal ligaments (supporting the back muscles) by the hormone RELAXIN.

PATIENT TREATED
AND HAPPILY DISCHARGED.

Automobile accidents are the leading cause of spinal injuries besides injuries occurring from sports.

HOW DO I KNOW IF I HAVE A SPINAL CORD INJURY?

The sign and symptoms of spinal cord injury includes:

# Loss of sensation as inability to feel touch, heat or cold.

# Loss of movement or control of the arms and legs.

# Exaggerated involuntary movement or spasm of the arms and feet.

# Paralysis.

# loss of bowel and bladder control and sexual dysfuntion.

# Severe pain in the spine, numbness or a tingling sensation.

HOW TO PREVENT IT
1: ALWAYS USE A SEAT BELT WHEN DRIVING

2: DRIVE SAFELY WITH LESS SPEED .

3. USE A HELMET WHEN RIDING ON A MOTOR BIKE.

4. TEST THE DEPTH OF WATER BEFORE DIVING DURING SWIMMING.

5. ENSURE SAFETY FIRST.