It also serves as a protector and insulator for the spinal cord. This cord passes through a passageway created by the bony structure. It effectively acts as a high-speed fibre communication system carrying messages between the brain and the body. When this system is disrupted by injury, signals can no longer travel effectively. This may result in loss of movement, sensation, or function below the injury site.
Spinal injuries can be catastrophic and require careful handling. Even when there are no obvious signs, damage may still be present. Early recognition and careful management are critical to reducing further harm. communication system carrying messages between the brain and the body. When this system is disrupted by injury, signals can no longer travel effectively. This may result in loss of movement, sensation, or function below the injury site.
Spinal injuries can be catastrophic and require careful handling. Even when there are no obvious signs, damage may still be present. Early recognition and careful management are critical to reducing further harm.
Tomorrow we look at how spinal injury severity is linked to location.
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