Spinal Injury Flashcards
1
Q
Define Axial Loading
A
Compressive forces along spine (eg diving accident)
2
Q
Define Distraction Injury
A
Head stops but body continues resulting in unstable cervical spine injuries (eg hanging)
3
Q
Define Brown-Sequard Syndrome
A
Unilateral damage & paralysis / loss of touch
4
Q
What is the number of cervical, thoracic & lumbar spinal discs & nerves?
A
Bones - C7 T12 L5
Nerves - C8 T12 L5 S3
5
Q
What spinal level is the diaphragm controlled by?
A
C3-C5
6
Q
What spinal level are the shoulders & arms controlled by?
A
C5-C8
7
Q
What spinal levels is the chest is controlled by?
A
T1-T6
8
Q
What spinal level is the waist is controlled by?
A
T7-T12
