3B: LOI Functional Outcomes Flashcards
What muscles are innervated with a C1-C4 SCI?
- Cranial nerve
- Diaphragm (C3-C5)
- Traps, levator scap, some rhomboid (C4)
What movements can C1-C4 SCI patients perform?
- Head rotation
- Mastication, talking
- Sip and blow
- Scap elevation
What nerve roots innervate the diaphragm?
C3-C5
What nerve roots innervate the traps levator scap, and some of the rhomboid?
C4
What assist is needed for C1-C4 SCI mobility and ALDs?
Dependent, requires full time care, may require ventilator
How does a pt with a C1-C4 SCI perform weight shifts?
Able to be independent in a power wheelchair
What type of wheelchair is indicated for a C1-C4 SCI?
Can be independent with a power chair using sip and puff, head, tongue, or chin control
What muscles are innervated by C5?
- Biceps
- Brachialis
- Brachioradialis
- Deltoid
- Supra/infraspinatus
- Rhomboids
- Some supination
What are transfers expected to look like with a C5 LOI?
Dependent with mechanical lift, some can use transfer board and assist
Describe bed mobility at C5
Dependent or with significant assist
What type of care does someone with a C5 injury likely require?
Part time, but the patient is able to direct them and advocate for themself
How can a pt with C5 LOI perform ADLs?
Able to assist with ADL or with set up with the use of adaptive equipment. Will still be dependent for bathing and dressing
What type of wheelchair is common for patients with C5 LOI?
- Independent with a power chair with joystick controls with hand support
- Can be independent with manual chair on level indoor surfaces
How does a pt with a C5 LOI perform pressure relief?
Independent in their wheelchair
What modifications may be required for a manual chair for a pt with a C5 LOI?
- Plastic coated rims
- Rim extensions
- Power assist
- Assist with pressure relief
Can a patient with a C5 LOI drive?
Yes - can be independent with adaptive controls
What muscles are innervated with a C6 LOI?
- Extensor carpi radialis
- Infraspinatus
- Lats
- Pec major
- Pronator teres
- Serratus anterior
- Teres minor
What is the expectation for transfers with a C6 LOI?
Min assist to independent - use of a transfer board will increase their independence
How does a pt with a C6 LOI perform bed mobility?
Min assist or independent with the use of loops and rails
What is the expected outcome for a C6 LOI in regards to bowel and bladder?
May be independent with adaptive equipment, but likely needs assist