brain, spinal cord, and nerve disorders
Blockage of the Blood Supply to the Spinal Cord
Treatment of Blockage of Blood to the Spinal Cord
Treatment of the cause when possible Relief of symptoms When possible, the cause (such as aortic dissection or polyarteritis nodosa) is treated, but otherwise, treatment focuses on relieving symptoms and managing complications, especially when paralysis and spinal cord dysfunction do not resolve in the first few days and become permanent. Because some sensations are lost and paralysis may develop, Treatment from forming is important. Because breathing can be affected, Chest Physical Therapy from developing may be necessary. Such therapy includes deep breathing exercises, postural drainage (positioning the person so that gravity helps drain secretions from the lungs), and suctioning (inserting a small plastic tube through the nose and into the windpipe to gently suck out secretions). Physical Therapy (PT) and Because bladder function is usually impaired, a catheter is needed to drain urine. This treatment prevents the bladder from enlarging and being damaged. 