Swiss Paraplegic Research

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Case Studies The following case studies of patients with spinal cord injuries show the manifold strengths of the Rehab Cycle in clincial practice. The individuals portrayed in these cases differ in regard to the nature and cause of their injuries and the height of the lesion.

1	Goal Setting

2	Independence

3	Hope

4	Health Behavior

5	SCI in the Elderly

6	Recovery after traumatic SCI

7	Vocations

8	Community Reintegration

9	Sports in Rehabilitation

10	Walking Recovery

11	Care in Developing Countries

12	SCI and Environmental Accessibility

13	SCI in Adolescence and Peer Relationships

14	Bowel and bladder management

15	Psychological issues and SCI

16	When more time is less

17	Motivation and rehabilitation

Case Study 6:

Traumatic spinal cord injury-- recovery begins at the accident site

Questions

Q1. Name three determinants for neurological recovery in SCI. Answer

Q2. Which injuries have a better prognosis for neurological recovery? Answer

Q3. Which contributions to neurological recovery can be made by laymen at the place of accident? Answer

Q4. After suspecting an SCI at the place of accident, which aspects should be considered by the first responders? Answer

Q5. What is the best time point for making an accurate prognosis? Answer

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