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Spinal injury (c3-c5)
I've sustained spinal injury in a road accident for past 2.5yr. Traumatic quadriplegia.ILower limbs show limited sensation ,motor power in uper limb very limited nd absent in both lower limb.A ayurvedic therpist told me still i am not abl to use calliper stand.But i feel ,though it will take some time to handl it myself ,i can use it.I just want to know or want consultation from othopedic dr.what should i do .
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The maximum recovery has happened in your case as it is 2.5 years since the accident.
Depending on the strength in the different muscle groups, an adapted wheelchair with splints for your lower limbs will be very useful. Since there is no muscle control or strength in the lower limbs, callipers will not be of much use. You will benefit from using splints along with some fixed braces. You will need good amount of physiotherapy and rehabilitation to be able to use it comfortably.
Hope this helps.
Dr Vinu Raj
Consultant Spine Surgeon
MBBS MRCS FRCS(Trauma&Orth)
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