Spinal Cord Injury Epidemiology

What is the spinal cord responsible for?

In high-income countries, what is often related to the incidence of traumatic Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)?

What is the estimated global annual incidence of SCI?

What contributes significantly to SCI incidence in older adults?

What are the common causes of traumatic SCI globally?

What contributes significantly to the regional variance in SCI prevalence?

What is a common cause of traumatic SCI related to young adults?

What factor influences the incidence of SCI in relation to access to preventive measures and healthcare facilities?

What is the gender ratio for SCI, with men being more likely to experience it than women?

What substantial impact does SCI have on mental health, social relationships, and overall quality of life?

What is a preventive strategy for SCI management in high-risk populations?

What is the pivotal role of physiotherapy in rehabilitation for individuals with spinal cord injury?

What is critical in the rehabilitation process, particularly in the first few weeks and months post-injury?

What factor influences the incidence of SCI in relation to access to preventive measures and healthcare facilities?

Spinal Cord Functions

The spinal cord is responsible for transmitting messages between the brain and the rest of the body, controlling reflexes, and regulating various bodily functions.

Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)

In high-income countries, SCI is often related to the incidence of motor vehicle accidents.
The estimated global annual incidence of SCI is approximately 40-80 cases per million population.
In older adults, falls are a significant contributor to SCI incidence.
Globally, common causes of traumatic SCI include road traffic accidents, falls, violence, and sports injuries.

Regional Variance and Demographics

Regional variance in SCI prevalence is significantly influenced by the availability of healthcare facilities and access to preventive measures.
In young adults, road traffic accidents are a common cause of traumatic SCI.
The gender ratio for SCI is approximately 4:1, with men being more likely to experience it than women.

Impact and Management

SCI has a substantial impact on mental health, social relationships, and overall quality of life.
A preventive strategy for SCI management in high-risk populations is education and awareness about safety measures.
Physiotherapy plays a pivotal role in rehabilitation for individuals with spinal cord injury.
In the rehabilitation process, critical factors include early intervention, particularly in the first few weeks and months post-injury.

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