Admin Is syringomyelia a spinal cord injury?
What is syringomyelia? Syringomyelia is a disorder in which a fluid-filled cyst (called a syrinx) forms within the spinal cord. Over time, the syrinx can get bigger and can damage the spinal cord and compress and injure the nerve fibers that carry information to the brain and from the brain to the rest of the body.
What is the treatment for a cervical spine injury?
Conservative treatment includes time, medication, brief bed rest, reduction of strenuous physical activity and physical therapy. A doctor may prescribe medications to reduce the pain or inflammation and muscle relaxants to allow time for healing to occur.
Can spinal nerve compression be cured?
Spinal cord compression can often be helped with medicines, physical therapy, or other treatments. Except in emergencies, surgery is usually the last resort.
Can C5 C6 affect legs?
An injury to the spinal cord at the C5-C6 level may cause pain, weakness, or paralysis in the arms and/or legs. There may be loss of bowel and bladder control or breathing problems in some cases. Nonsurgical treatments are often tried first for pain that stems from C5-C6.
What is the prognosis for syringomyelia?
Although syringomyelia can lead to disruption of neural connections in the spinal cord and to neurological damage, 50% of patients (when all types of syrinxes are considered) will experience no or only mild disability.
What is the best treatment for cervical spondylosis?
Treatment
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. While some types of NSAIDs are available over the counter, you may need prescription-strength versions to relieve the pain and inflammation associated with cervical spondylosis.
- Corticosteroids.
- Muscle relaxants.
- Anti-seizure medications.
- Antidepressants.
Can you walk after a c6 spinal cord injury?
Many factors play a role in regaining the ability to walk after a spinal cord injury. Fortunately, it is possible for many SCI survivors. There is potential to walk again after SCI because the spinal cord has the ability to reorganize itself and make adaptive changes called neuroplasticity.
Is surgery necessary for spinal cord compression?
Many cases of spinal cord compression do require surgery, but in mild cases, your healthcare provider may recommend non-surgical therapies to decrease pain and improve your quality of life, such as medication and physical therapy.