Secondary conditions refer to a range of complications that can occur as a result of paralysis. They include health and medical issues like bowel, bladder, sexual function, and some can be life-threatening if not managed correctly.
Autonomic dysreflexia (AD) is an issue in the autonomic nerv...
The Reeve Foundation provides info on understanding how para...
Paralysis disrupts the bowel system, causing various complic...
The cardiovascular system of the body includes the heart (ca...
People with spinal cord injuries are at particular risk for ...
A type of chronic pain called neurogenic or neuropathic pain...
The Reeve Foundation navigates the impact of paralysis on th...
In individuals with paralysis, sepsis might begin as a urina...
People living with paralysis are at high risk of developing ...
Individuals most often affected by spasticity (tone) are tho...
With knowledge, the right equipment, exercise and care, you ...
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