Quadriplegia
Cerebral Palsy
Spinal Cord Injuries
Paraplegia
Cervical Vertebrae
Muscle Spasticity
Hemiplegia
Encyclopedias as Topic
Muscle Hypertonia
Spastic Paraplegia, Hereditary
Disabling injuries of the cervical spine in Argentine rugby over the last 20 years. (1/745)
OBJECTIVE: To investigate the incidence and risk factors of disabling injuries to the cervical spine in rugby in Argentina. METHODS: A retrospective review of all cases reported to the Medical Committee of the Argentine Rugby Union (UAR) and Rugby Amistad Foundation was carried out including a follow up by phone. Cumulative binomial distribution, chi 2 test, Fisher test, and comparison of proportions were used to analyse relative incidence and risk of injury by position and by phase of play (Epi Info 6, Version 6.04a). RESULTS: Eighteen cases of disabling injury to the cervical spine were recorded from 1977 to 1997 (0.9 cases per year). The forwards (14 cases) were more prone to disabling injury of the cervical spine than the backs (four cases) (p = 0.03). Hookers (9/18) were at highest risk of injury (p < 0.01). The most frequent cervical injuries occurred at the 4th, 5th, and 6th vertebrae. Seventeen of the injuries occurred during match play. Set scrums were responsible for most of the injuries (11/18) but this was not statistically significant (p = 0.44). The mean age of the injured players was 22. Tetraplegia was initially found in all cases. Physical rehabilitation has been limited to the proximal muscles of the upper limbs, except for two cases of complete recovery. One death, on the seventh day after injury, was reported. CONCLUSIONS: The forwards suffered a higher number of injuries than the backs and this difference was statistically significant. The chance of injury for hookers was statistically higher than for the rest of the players and it was particularly linked to scrummaging. However, the number of injuries incurred in scrums was not statistically different from the number incurred in other phases of play. (+info)Energy cost of propulsion in standard and ultralight wheelchairs in people with spinal cord injuries. (2/745)
BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Wheelchair- and subject-related factors influence the efficiency of wheelchair propulsion. The purpose of this study was to compare wheelchair propulsion in ultralight and standard wheelchairs in people with different levels of spinal cord injury. SUBJECTS: Seventy-four subjects (mean age=26.2 years, SD=7.14, range=17-50) with spinal cord injury resulting in motor loss (30 with tetraplegia and 44 with paraplegia) were studied. METHOD: Each subject propelled standard and ultralight wheelchairs around an outdoor track at self-selected speeds, while data were collected at 4 predetermined intervals. Speed, distance traveled, and oxygen cost (VO2 mL/kg/m) were compared by wheelchair, group, and over time, using a Bonferroni correction. RESULTS: In the ultralight wheelchair, speed and distance traveled were greater for both subjects with paraplegia and subjects with tetraplegia, whereas VO2 was less only for subjects with paraplegia. Subjects with paraplegia propelled faster and farther than did subjects with tetraplegia. CONCLUSION AND DISCUSSION: The ultralight wheelchair improved the efficiency of propulsion in the tested subjects. Subjects with tetraplegia, especially at the C6 level, are limited in their ability to propel a wheelchair. (+info)Heart rate during exercise with leg vascular occlusion in spinal cord-injured humans. (3/745)
Feed-forward and feedback mechanisms are both important for control of the heart rate response to muscular exercise, but their origin and relative importance remain inadequately understood. To evaluate whether humoral mechanisms are of importance, the heart rate response to electrically induced cycling was studied in participants with spinal cord injury (SCI) and compared with that elicited during volitional cycling in able-bodied persons (C). During voluntary exercise at an oxygen uptake of approximately 1 l/min, heart rate increased from 66 +/- 4 to 86 +/- 4 (SE) beats/min in seven C, and during electrically induced exercise at a similar oxygen uptake in SCI it increased from 73 +/- 3 to 110 +/- 8 beats/min. In contrast, blood pressure increased only in C (from 88 +/- 3 to 99 +/- 4 mmHg), confirming that, during exercise, blood pressure control is dominated by peripheral neural feedback mechanisms. With vascular occlusion of the legs, the exercise-induced increase in heart rate was reduced or even eliminated in the electrically stimulated SCI. For C, heart rate tended to be lower than during exercise with free circulation to the legs. Release of the cuff elevated heart rate only in SCI. These data suggest that humoral feedback is of importance for the heart rate response to exercise and especially so when influence from the central nervous system and peripheral neural feedback from the working muscles are impaired or eliminated during electrically induced exercise in individuals with SCI. (+info)Lower motor neuron disease with accumulation of neurofilaments in a cat. (4/745)
A young cat had signs of tetraparesis that progressed to tetraplegia within a few weeks. Clinically, there was lower motor neuron disease with areflexia and muscle atrophy in all limbs. Degeneration of the motor neurons in the spinal cord was seen on histological examination. Ultrastructurally, the degeneration of nerve cells was characterized by abnormal proliferation of neurofilaments. These findings were compared to other motor neuron diseases and neurofibrillary accumulations in man and animals. (+info)Airway hyperresponsiveness to ultrasonically nebulized distilled water in subjects with tetraplegia. (5/745)
The majority of otherwise healthy subjects with chronic cervical spinal cord injury (SCI) demonstrate airway hyperresponsiveness to aerosolized methacholine or histamine. The present study was performed to determine whether ultrasonically nebulized distilled water (UNDW) induces airway hyperresponsiveness and to further elucidate potential mechanisms in this population. Fifteen subjects with SCI, nine with tetraplegia (C4-7) and six with paraplegia (T9-L1), were initially exposed to UNDW for 30 s; spirometry was performed immediately and again 2 min after exposure. The challenge continued by progressively increasing exposure time until the forced expiratory volume in 1 s decreased 20% or more from baseline (PD20) or the maximal exposure time was reached. Five subjects responding to UNDW returned for a second challenge 30 min after inhalation of aerosolized ipratropium bromide (2.5 ml of a 0.6% solution). Eight of nine subjects with tetraplegia had significant bronchoconstrictor responses to UNDW (geometric mean PD20 = 7.76 +/- 7.67 ml), whereas none with paraplegia demonstrated a response (geometric mean PD20 = 24 ml). Five of the subjects with tetraplegia who initially responded to distilled water (geometric mean PD20 = 5.99 +/- 4.47 ml) were not responsive after pretreatment with ipratropium bromide (geometric mean PD20 = 24 ml). Findings that subjects with tetraplegia are hyperreactive to UNDW, a physicochemical agent, combined with previous observations of hyperreactivity to methacholine and histamine, suggest that overall airway hyperresponsiveness in these individuals is a nonspecific phenomenon similar to that observed in patients with asthma. The ability of ipratropium bromide to completely block UNDW-induced bronchoconstriction suggests that, in part, airway hyperresponsiveness in subjects with tetraplegia represents unopposed parasympathetic activity. (+info)Acute quadriplegic myopathy following autologous peripheral blood stem cell transplantation for breast cancer. (6/745)
Autologous peripheral blood stem cell transplantation (APSCT) is increasingly used in the treatment of breast cancer. We report a patient who experienced septic shock, and after treatment with antibiotics, high-dose corticosteroids and mechanical ventilation due to respiratory insufficiency, developed quadriplegia. Electroneurophysiological examination, as well as a muscle biopsy, showed a typical picture of acute quadriplegic myopathy with loss of thick filament proteins. This is, to the best of our knowledge, the first reported case of this complication following APSCT. (+info)Correlation of canal encroachment with neurological deficit in tuberculosis of the spine. (7/745)
CT scans of fifteen patients with tuberculosis of the spine without neurological deficit were analysed for canal encroachment. We calculated that up to 76% encroachment of the spinal canal by tubercular pathological tissue is compatible with undisturbed neural status. (+info)The para-articular ossifications in our paraplegics and tetraplegics: a survey of 704 patients. (8/745)
The X-ray examination of 704 spinal cord injured patients have showed that in 20 per cent of the cases para-articular ossifications were present most frequently in the hips. They were less frequently found in non-traumatic and incomplete cases. No other clear relationship was found. (+info)Quadriplegia, also known as tetraplegia, is a medical condition characterized by paralysis affecting all four limbs and the trunk of the body. It results from damage to the cervical spinal cord, typically at levels C1-C8, which controls signals to the muscles in the arms, hands, trunk, legs, and pelvic organs. The extent of quadriplegia can vary widely, ranging from weakness to complete loss of movement and sensation below the level of injury. Other symptoms may include difficulty breathing, bowel and bladder dysfunction, and sexual dysfunction. The severity and prognosis depend on the location and extent of the spinal cord injury.
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of disorders that affect a person's ability to move and maintain balance and posture. According to the Mayo Clinic, CP is caused by abnormal brain development or damage to the developing brain that affects a child's ability to control movement.
The symptoms of cerebral palsy can vary in severity and may include:
* Spasticity (stiff or tight muscles)
* Rigidity (resistance to passive movement)
* Poor coordination and balance
* Weakness or paralysis
* Tremors or involuntary movements
* Abnormal gait or difficulty walking
* Difficulty with fine motor skills, such as writing or using utensils
* Speech and language difficulties
* Vision, hearing, or swallowing problems
It's important to note that cerebral palsy is not a progressive condition, meaning that it does not worsen over time. However, the symptoms may change over time, and some individuals with CP may experience additional medical conditions as they age.
Cerebral palsy is usually caused by brain damage that occurs before or during birth, but it can also be caused by brain injuries that occur in the first few years of life. Some possible causes of cerebral palsy include:
* Infections during pregnancy
* Lack of oxygen to the brain during delivery
* Traumatic head injury during birth
* Brain bleeding or stroke in the newborn period
* Genetic disorders
* Maternal illness or infection during pregnancy
There is no cure for cerebral palsy, but early intervention and treatment can help improve outcomes and quality of life. Treatment may include physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medications to manage symptoms, surgery, and assistive devices such as braces or wheelchairs.
Spinal cord injuries (SCI) refer to damage to the spinal cord that results in a loss of function, such as mobility or feeling. This injury can be caused by direct trauma to the spine or by indirect damage resulting from disease or degeneration of surrounding bones, tissues, or blood vessels. The location and severity of the injury on the spinal cord will determine which parts of the body are affected and to what extent.
The effects of SCI can range from mild sensory changes to severe paralysis, including loss of motor function, autonomic dysfunction, and possible changes in sensation, strength, and reflexes below the level of injury. These injuries are typically classified as complete or incomplete, depending on whether there is any remaining function below the level of injury.
Immediate medical attention is crucial for spinal cord injuries to prevent further damage and improve the chances of recovery. Treatment usually involves immobilization of the spine, medications to reduce swelling and pressure, surgery to stabilize the spine, and rehabilitation to help regain lost function. Despite advances in treatment, SCI can have a significant impact on a person's quality of life and ability to perform daily activities.
Paraplegia is a medical condition characterized by partial or complete loss of motor function and sensation in the lower extremities, typically affecting both legs. This results from damage to the spinal cord, often due to trauma such as accidents, falls, or gunshot wounds, or from diseases like spina bifida, polio, or tumors. The specific area and extent of the injury on the spinal cord determine the severity and location of paralysis. Individuals with paraplegia may require assistive devices for mobility, such as wheelchairs, and may face various health challenges, including pressure sores, urinary tract infections, and chronic pain.
The cervical vertebrae are the seven vertebrae that make up the upper part of the spine, also known as the neck region. They are labeled C1 to C7, with C1 being closest to the skull and C7 connecting to the thoracic vertebrae in the chest region. The cervical vertebrae have unique structures to allow for a wide range of motion in the neck while also protecting the spinal cord and providing attachment points for muscles and ligaments.
Muscle spasticity is a motor disorder characterized by an involuntary increase in muscle tone, leading to stiffness and difficulty in moving muscles. It is often seen in people with damage to the brain or spinal cord, such as those with cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, or spinal cord injuries.
In muscle spasticity, the muscles may contract excessively, causing rigid limbs, awkward movements, and abnormal postures. The severity of muscle spasticity can vary from mild stiffness to severe contractures that limit mobility and function.
Muscle spasticity is caused by an imbalance between excitatory and inhibitory signals in the central nervous system, leading to overactivity of the alpha motor neurons that control muscle contraction. This can result in hyperreflexia (overactive reflexes), clonus (rapid, rhythmic muscle contractions), and flexor or extensor spasms.
Effective management of muscle spasticity may involve a combination of physical therapy, medication, surgery, or other interventions to improve function, reduce pain, and prevent complications such as contractures and pressure sores.
Hemiplegia is a medical term that refers to paralysis affecting one side of the body. It is typically caused by damage to the motor center of the brain, such as from a stroke, head injury, or brain tumor. The symptoms can vary in severity but often include muscle weakness, stiffness, and difficulty with coordination and balance on the affected side. In severe cases, the individual may be unable to move or feel anything on that side of the body. Hemiplegia can also affect speech, vision, and other functions controlled by the damaged area of the brain. Rehabilitation therapy is often recommended to help individuals with hemiplegia regain as much function as possible.
An encyclopedia is a comprehensive reference work containing articles on various topics, usually arranged in alphabetical order. In the context of medicine, a medical encyclopedia is a collection of articles that provide information about a wide range of medical topics, including diseases and conditions, treatments, tests, procedures, and anatomy and physiology. Medical encyclopedias may be published in print or electronic formats and are often used as a starting point for researching medical topics. They can provide reliable and accurate information on medical subjects, making them useful resources for healthcare professionals, students, and patients alike. Some well-known examples of medical encyclopedias include the Merck Manual and the Stedman's Medical Dictionary.
Muscle hypertonia is a term used to describe an increased tone or tension in the muscles, which can be caused by various medical conditions. This state leads to a reduced ability to stretch the muscle fully, and it may interfere with normal movement. The two main types of muscle hypertonia are spasticity and rigidity.
1. Spasticity: It is a velocity-dependent increase in muscle tone, which means that the resistance to passive movement increases as the speed of the movement increases. This type of hypertonia is often associated with upper motor neuron lesions, such as those caused by stroke, spinal cord injury, or multiple sclerosis.
2. Rigidity: It is a constant and non-velocity dependent increase in muscle tone, meaning that the resistance to passive movement remains consistent regardless of the speed. This type of hypertonia can be seen in conditions like Parkinson's disease.
It is essential to diagnose and manage muscle hypertonia effectively to prevent complications such as contractures, pain, and decreased functional abilities. Treatment options may include physical therapy, medications (like antispasticity agents), orthoses, or surgical interventions in severe cases.
Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP) is a group of genetic disorders that affect the long motor neurons in the spinal cord, leading to lower limb spasticity and weakness. It is characterized by progressive stiffness and contraction of the leg muscles, resulting in difficulty with walking and balance.
The symptoms of HSP typically begin in childhood or early adulthood and worsen over time. The severity of the condition can vary widely, even within the same family, depending on the specific genetic mutation involved. In addition to lower limb spasticity, some individuals with HSP may also experience bladder dysfunction, sensory loss, or other neurological symptoms.
HSP is inherited in an autosomal dominant or autosomal recessive pattern, depending on the specific genetic mutation involved. There are over 70 different genes that have been identified as causing HSP, and genetic testing can be used to confirm the diagnosis and identify the specific genetic mutation responsible.
Treatment for HSP is focused on managing symptoms and maintaining mobility. Physical therapy, orthotics, and medications such as baclofen or tizanidine may be used to help reduce muscle spasticity and improve mobility. In some cases, surgery may be necessary to relieve muscle contractures or other complications.
Spastic quadriplegia
List of people with quadriplegia
Tetraplegia
Marilyn Saviola
Patrícia Pereira
Scot Severn
Australia national wheelchair rugby team
Florian Jouanny
Cerebrospinal fluid leak
Dinesh Palipana
Deaths in December 2006
Diplegia
Organophosphate poisoning
Neurapraxia
Status marmoratus
Christopher Nolan (author)
Monoplegia
The Buffalo Invasion
Septo-optic dysplasia
Ali Rezai (neurosurgeon)
Cody Meakin
Samuel Koch
Spastic cerebral palsy
Upper-limb surgery in tetraplegia
Magee Rehabilitation Hospital
Microcephaly
T33 (classification)
Wheelchair sport classification
Darryl Stingley
Andrew Batavia
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- Spastic quadriplegia, also known as spastic tetraplegia, is a subset of spastic cerebral palsy that affects all four limbs (both arms and legs). (wikipedia.org)
- Compared to quadriplegia, spastic tetraplegia is defined by spasticity of the limbs as opposed to strict paralysis. (wikipedia.org)
- Spastic quadriplegia, while affecting all four limbs more or less equally, can still present parts of the body as stiffer than others, such as one arm being tighter than another arm, and so forth. (wikipedia.org)
- citation needed] Spastic quadriplegia can be detected by the abnormal development of motor skills in children. (wikipedia.org)
- Spastic quadriplegia also presents a range of symptoms that affect the musculature. (wikipedia.org)
- Distonia, or lasting muscle contractions and tightness, is also often experienced by those affected by spastic quadriplegia. (wikipedia.org)
- citation needed] Spastic quadriplegia is generally caused by brain damage or disruptions in normal brain development preceding birth. (wikipedia.org)
- According to the National Institutes of Health, there are four types of brain damage that can cause spastic quadriplegia. (wikipedia.org)
- Spastic quadriplegia can be caused by a condition known as periventricular leukomalacia which results in the formation of lesions and holes in the white matter of the brain. (wikipedia.org)
- Some infections that have been linked to the development of spastic quadriplegia include meningitis, herpes, rubella, and encephalitis. (wikipedia.org)
- Severe jaundice, can also lead to brain damage and spastic quadriplegia due to a buildup of bilirubin in the blood. (wikipedia.org)
- Bleeding in the brain caused by fetal strokes, blood clots, weak and malformed blood vessels, or high maternal blood pressure may also lead to brain damage causing spastic quadriplegia. (wikipedia.org)
- Children who experienced many complications during birth, such as, prematurity, insufficient oxygen, low birthweight, aspiration, head injury, or bleeding in the brain have a greater risk of developing spastic quadriplegia. (wikipedia.org)
- Spastic quadriplegia can be diagnosed as early as age one after a noticed delay in development, particularly a delay in rolling, crawling, sitting, or walking. (wikipedia.org)
- Spastic quadriplegia is a subset of spastic cerebral palsy. (bchlaw.com)
- Spasticity is different from strict paralysis, and most people diagnosed with spastic quadriplegia developed the condition before birth. (bchlaw.com)
- Spastic quadriplegia occurs in patients with the most severe form of Cerebral Palsy. (childinjuryfirm.com)
- Spastic quadriplegia causes marked motor impairment of all four limbs. (childinjuryfirm.com)
- What are the Complications of spastic Quadriplegia? (childinjuryfirm.com)
- Complications of spastic quadriplegia are bowel and bladder dysfunction, cognitive difficulties, seizures, and dysfunction of the mouth and tongue. (childinjuryfirm.com)
- Children with spastic quadriplegia may also show signs of mental retardation and have vision problems. (childinjuryfirm.com)
- What Causes Spastic Quadriplegia? (childinjuryfirm.com)
- Spastic quadriplegia can be the result of an infection or complication during pregnancy. (childinjuryfirm.com)
- Some of the most frequent causes of spastic quadriplegia are associated with the child's ability to acquire sufficient oxygen during childbirth. (childinjuryfirm.com)
- Spastic quadriplegia can be the result of errors made by a medical professional or a condition that developed during pregnancy that was left untreated. (childinjuryfirm.com)
- The three primary types of quadriplegia include incomplete, complete, and spastic. (byramhealthcare.com)
- Spastic Quadriplegia - individuals with spastic quadriplegia are unable to move their limbs, but they may experience muscle spasms or hyperactive reflexes periodically. (byramhealthcare.com)
- The aim was investigate the influence of NMTI with Pediasuit TM on the control head of a child with spastic quadriplegia. (bvsalud.org)
Paralysis19
- Quadriplegia, also called tetraplegia, is paralysis of all extremities and partial paralysis of the torso. (ckfirm.com)
- Quadriplegia refers to paralysis caused by injury or illness that results in the total or partial use of limbs and/or the torso. (malpracticeteam.com)
- Quadriplegia is paralysis caused by illness or injury that results in the partial or total loss of use of all four limbs and torso. (dubaimobility.com)
- Paralysis of both the arms and legs has been traditionally called quadriplegia. (dubaimobility.com)
- Quadriplegia and Tetraplegia are synonymous terms used to describe a condition characterized by paralysis in all four limbs and torso. (bchlaw.com)
- If you have suffered quadriplegia and tetraplegia, you should consult the seasoned Syracuse paralysis attorneys of DeFrancisco & Falgiatano. (defranciscolaw.com)
- Quadriplegia-sometimes called "tetraplegia"-is a form of paralysis that results in a person losing motor or sensory function in every part of their body below the neck. (tomenybest.com)
- While certain medical conditions can cause varying degrees of paralysis , including total loss of function across the entire body, the most common cause of quadriplegia is damage to the cervical spine, which is the uppermost portion between the base of the skull and the upper shoulders. (tomenybest.com)
- Spinal cord injuries are often associated with paralysis, including both paraplegia and quadriplegia, nerve damage, and loss of motor function or organ function. (whitleylawfirm.com)
- Quadriplegia is a full paralysis or inability to move four limbs and the torso, after suffering damage to the cervical spine. (alike.health)
- Quadriplegia symptoms may include numbness and loss of sensation in the arms and legs, paralysis of the arms and legs, urinary retention, bowe dysfunction, difficulty breathing and inability to sit upright. (alike.health)
- The locked-in syndrome is characterized by quadriplegia in combination with cranial muscle paralysis . (lookfordiagnosis.com)
- To help you better understand this type of paralysis, here's everything you need to know about tetraplegia and quadriplegia. (byramhealthcare.com)
- Complete Quadriplegia - this type of paralysis engulfs the individual completely and movement only remains in the head and face. (byramhealthcare.com)
- Tetraplegia , also known as quadriplegia , is paralysis caused by illness or injury to a human that results in the partial or total loss of use of all their limbs and torso. (xahlee.org)
- The worst type of paralysis, quadriplegia results in the inability to use any of your four limbs. (walnerlaw.com)
- Quadriplegia occurs when the nervous system suffers damage sufficient to cause paralysis in all four limbs. (bicelaw.us)
- Paraplegia and quadriplegia aren't the only forms of paralysis a person may experience. (bowlesverna.com)
- We report 1-year follow-up data from a longitudinal had quadriplegia and respiratory involvement had returned prospective cohort study of patients with West Nile to pre-illness strength and had no detectable weakness on virus-associated paralysis. (cdc.gov)
Quadriparesis2
- Quadriparesis and quadriplegia are diagnosed by reviewing symptoms and physical examination. (alike.health)
- Quadriparesis and quadriplegia treatment depends on the underlying cause. (alike.health)
Known as tetraplegia2
- Quadriplegia is also known as tetraplegia. (defranciscolaw.com)
- Also known as tetraplegia, quadriplegia refers to the loss of feeling and use of all extremities. (bowlesverna.com)
Complications2
- There could be complications to quadriplegia such as venous thromboembolism, bedsores, urinary tract infections, depression and more. (alike.health)
- It aims to look for the internal injuries in the spinethat could lead to complications associated with quadriplegia likelossof bowel and bladder control, and the pain in the legs, arms, andback. (an-essay.com)
Paraplegia or quadriplegia1
- If medical negligence has led to paraplegia or quadriplegia in your life or the life of a loved one, finding experienced and compassionate legal help can be crucial to protecting your future financial interests. (breedenandassociates.com)
Tetraplegia and Quadriplegia2
- Tetraplegia and quadriplegia are actually the same thing. (laspine.com)
- The most common cause of tetraplegia and quadriplegia is a spinal cord injury . (byramhealthcare.com)
Cervical spine3
- Damage to cervical spine is what often causes quadriplegia. (defranciscolaw.com)
- Quadriplegia can result from, among other causes, automobile accidents , industrial accidents, offshore injuries and other traumatic accidents resulting in damage to the brain or cervical spine. (bicelaw.us)
- We present a case of a 73-year-old patient who, after a fall of a height of approximately 2 m, sustained a cervical spine injury and his clinical examination revealed an incomplete quadriplegia. (journalmc.org)
Lawyer2
- If your loved one was diagnosed with complete or incomplete quadriplegia after a serious accident, we invite you to contact a Houston injury lawyer at Bailey Cowan Heckaman PLLC today. (bchlaw.com)
- Throughout your legal proceedings, a dedicated Lafayette quadriplegia injury lawyer could ensure your rights are respected and tenaciously pursue every cent of the restitution you deserve. (tomenybest.com)
Incomplete Quadriplegia1
- Incomplete Quadriplegia - individuals with incomplete quadriplegia may still have a slight degree of function or sensory abilities in their limbs. (byramhealthcare.com)
Limbs1
- Also known as quadriplegia, it affects all four limbs and in severe cases, the thoracic region as well. (byramhealthcare.com)
Occurs1
- When quadriplegia occurs as the result of an avoidable accident, those responsible should be held fully accountable for the injured person's physical, financial, and personal losses. (tomenybest.com)
Lead to Quadriplegia3
- However, there are also several inherited or congenital conditions that can lead to quadriplegia. (byramhealthcare.com)
- There are also a few different types of diseases and conditions that can lead to quadriplegia . (byramhealthcare.com)
- The two most common conditions that lead to quadriplegia include amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and muscular dystrophy. (byramhealthcare.com)
Free Consultation1
- Contact the personal injury firm of Bice Law today by calling 877-BICE-877 or submit an online request to get a free consultation with a quadriplegia injury & accident attorney . (bicelaw.us)
Damage9
- Quadriplegia (tetraplegia) is caused by damage to the cervical spinal cord segments at levels C1-C8. (apparelyzed.com)
- Typical causes of quadriplegia from damage to the spinal cord are trauma (such as car crash, fall or sports injury), disease (such as transverse myelitis or polio) or congenital disorders, such as muscular dystrophy. (apparelyzed.com)
- Quadriplegia is typically caused by damage or injury to the spinal cord in the neck area (cervical region) and can result in varying degrees of impairment in sensation and motor function. (dubaimobility.com)
- Traumatic events such as car accidents, falls, sports injuries, or acts of violence can cause severe damage to the spinal cord, leading to quadriplegia. (dubaimobility.com)
- It's important to note that the severity and extent of quadriplegia can vary depending on the location and extent of the spinal cord injury or damage. (dubaimobility.com)
- Although some quadriplegics experience significant improvements in symptoms and even total cure based on repaired damage, quadriplegia is not curable with treatment, per se. (dubaimobility.com)
- In most cases, quadriplegia is the result of damage to the brain or spinal cord. (defranciscolaw.com)
- As mentioned, one of the most common causes of quadriplegia is damage to the spinal cord, which is made up of different vertebrae. (byramhealthcare.com)
- Persistent spinal cord damage may occur as spasticity, ataxia, or quadriplegia. (cdc.gov)
Traumatic1
- Common causes for quadriplegia are injuries to the spine, traumatic brain injury, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), muscular dystrophy and more. (alike.health)
Complete Quadriplegia1
- Examination on arrival revealed near complete quadriplegia and spontaneous myoclonus. (cdc.gov)
Injuries5
- Many cases of paralyzing injuries such as quadriplegia are associated with catastrophic accidents like motor vehicle wrecks, sports accidents, and more. (malpracticeteam.com)
- Continue reading to learn more about spinal cord injuries that can be classified as paraplegia, tetraplegia, or quadriplegia. (laspine.com)
- So today's vlog goes in-depth into the topic of quadriplegia vs. paraplegia, the ways that spinal cord injuries are classified, and why some people with spinal cord injuries can regain movement and others, like me, cannot. (tashaschuh.com)
- Quadriplegia injuries can be devastating for everyone involved. (tomenybest.com)
- These injuries also affect the chest and abdominal muscles, and as a result a person suffering from quadriplegia may have a loss or decrease of bladder and bowel control, sexual function, breathing, and other involuntary processes such as digestion. (bicelaw.us)
Individuals5
- Individuals with quadriplegia require extensive physical rehabilitation and therapy. (malpracticeteam.com)
- Some individuals are born with conditions that can cause quadriplegia. (dubaimobility.com)
- Some individuals with tetraplegia or quadriplegia respond well to rehabilitative therapy. (laspine.com)
- Individuals who develop quadriplegia due to another person's misconduct are often unable to return to their previous job. (tomenybest.com)
- Homecare workers who provide services and supports to individuals who experience quadriplegia and are dependent on a ventilator have the opportunity to earn their VDQ certification and a higher pay rate. (oregon.gov)
Causes of quadriplegia1
- What Are the Causes of Quadriplegia? (dubaimobility.com)
Sensory2
- Upon visual inspection of a quadriplegic patient, the first symptom of quadriplegia is of motor or sensory impairment to the arms and legs. (apparelyzed.com)
- When arms and legs are both deprived of motor and sensory function, this condition is called quadriplegia. (breedenandassociates.com)
Brain or spinal1
- Each year in the United States, approximately 5,000 people suffer a brain or spinal cord injury resulting in quadriplegia. (bicelaw.us)
Experience quadriplegia1
- If you experience quadriplegia because of another person or entity's negligence or intentional misconduct, you may be able to recover compensatory damages by bringing a claim or lawsuit. (defranciscolaw.com)
Limb1
- Severe quadriplegia with limited or no limb movement, requiring assistance with all activities, including breathing. (dubaimobility.com)
Injury8
- Quadriplegia will result in complete loss or impaired function below the following cervical levels of injury. (apparelyzed.com)
- man who sustained a spinal cord injury that left him with quadriplegia, moved objects on a computer screen and ultimately reached out with a robot arm to touch his girlfriend. (upmc.com)
- What are the Injury Levels and Effects of Quadriplegia? (dubaimobility.com)
- All this means is some cases of quadriplegia resulted from injury to the C1-C4 sections of the spinal column (this would be the "high" tetraplegia) and some resulted from injury to the C5-C8 sections of the spinal column ("low" tetraplegia). (bchlaw.com)
- If your loved one was diagnosed with quadriplegia after a serious injury, we invite you to contact Bailey Cowan Heckaman PLLC in Houston today for a free review of your legal rights and options. (bchlaw.com)
- Quadriplegia after spinal cord injury .Thorofare, N.J.: C.B. Slack. (an-essay.com)
- If you have suffered quadriplegia due to someone else's careless or reckless conduct, take the first step to protect your legal rights - contact the personal injury firm of Bice Law . (bicelaw.us)
- If you or a loved one has suffered quadriplegia because of someone else's actions, take the first step to protect your legal rights - contact the personal injury firm of Bice Law . (bicelaw.us)
Severely1
- Quadriplegia severely affects your quality of life, and changes your career path and options. (bowlesverna.com)
Attorneys1
- Experienced Lafayette attorneys know how to handle quadriplegia cases involving motor vehicle accidents, slips or trips and falls, sports-related trauma, and more. (tomenybest.com)
Wheelchair1
- Most with quadriplegia require the use of a specialized power wheelchair. (dubaimobility.com)
Include1
- Others who may bear responsibility for quadriplegia include the trucking company, third party loading company, manufacturer, mechanic, and the driver of a different vehicle. (defranciscolaw.com)
Cases3
- In medically complex cases such as paraplegia and quadriplegia, our lawyers have often retained the guidance of highly qualified medical experts to testify on our clients' behalf. (ckfirm.com)
- However, some cases of quadriplegia occur due to the negligence of a physician, anesthesiologist, surgeon or other type of healthcare professional when treating a patient who is pregnant or giving birth. (malpracticeteam.com)
- Serving clients throughout Prince George's County, our medical malpractice lawyers have the compassion and competence to handle cases involving quadriplegia. (malpracticeteam.com)
Motor1
- Generally, when the reason for your quadriplegia is another's negligent conduct while driving a motor vehicle, you'll be able to recover damages if you can show it's more likely than not: (1) the defendant owed you a duty to use reasonable care, (2) breach of the duty to use reasonable care, (3) causation, and (4) damages. (defranciscolaw.com)
Firm1
- Our firm understands that the immediate goals for a person suffering from quadriplegia are to get medical bills paid, minimize financial hardships, and assure the appropriate insurance company pays for future treatment. (bicelaw.us)
Condition2
- The condition quadriplegia is also termed tetraplegia. (apparelyzed.com)
- Quadriplegia is a condition that is devastating to almost every aspect of a person's life. (malpracticeteam.com)
Caring1
- Caring for a person with quadriplegia can be extremely expensive. (malpracticeteam.com)
Negligence1
- Anyone who violates this duty of care and causes serious harm, such as quadriplegia, to someone else can be held legally accountable for their negligence. (tomenybest.com)
Person1
- For Jan Scheuermann and a team of researchers from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and UPMC , accomplishing these seemingly ordinary tasks demonstrated for the first time that a person with longstanding quadriplegia can maneuver a mind-controlled, human-like robot arm in seven dimensions (7D) to consistently perform many of the natural and complex motions of everyday life. (upmc.com)
Result2
- Interruption of blood supply to the spinal cord due to aortic dissection, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), or spinal cord ischemia can result in quadriplegia. (dubaimobility.com)
- Quadriplegia can also be the result of a truck driver's negligent operation of a commercial truck, such as a big rig. (defranciscolaw.com)
Damages1
- If we can establish liability for your quadriplegia, we should be able to recover compensatory damages on your behalf. (defranciscolaw.com)