Tag Archives: spinal injuries

Anterior Cord Syndrome

Anterior spinal cord syndrome is most of the time a product of artery compression that is found in the length of the spinal cord. This compression might be a result from a huge disc herniation or from bone fragments. Most patients who are suffering from anterior spinal cord syndrome usually suffer from absolute loss of […]

Spinal Shock Symptoms

The phrase “spinal shock” refers to all functions of the spinal cord which results to a temporary loss or absence of all reflexes just below the level of injury. This loss of reflexes may be permanent or last for days to weeks. The injury that results to spinal shock is usually traumatic and happens immediately […]