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Spinal cord injury

Last edited: 4/23/2026

Overview

Spinal cord injury (SCI) involves damage to the spinal cord leading to functional impairment or loss of sensation and movement below the level of injury. It can result from traumatic or non-traumatic causes and significantly impacts autonomic functions and quality of life.

Diagnosis

  • Clinical Assessment: Neurological examination to assess sensory, motor, and reflex deficits 123567152435.
  • Imaging Studies: MRI is crucial for detailed assessment of spinal cord damage 11524.
  • Grading Systems: ASIA (American Spinal Injury Association) Impairment Scale for severity grading 115.
  • Laboratory Tests: D-dimer levels may correlate with red blood cell count and risk of VTE 14.
  • Cardiovascular Monitoring: Assess for autonomic dysfunction, including blood pressure variability 62435.
  • Management

  • Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) Prophylaxis: Early initiation of pharmacological prophylaxis (e.g., LMWH) and mechanical methods 744.
  • Autonomic Dysfunction: Management of orthostatic hypotension with medications (e.g., fludrocortisone) and non-pharmacological interventions (e.g., tilt table training) 8132435.
  • Neuroprotection: Investigational agents like ferrostatin-1 and valproic acid show promise in reducing secondary injury 103031.
  • Cardiometabolic Risk: Regular monitoring and management of cardiovascular risk factors, including lipid profiles and blood pressure 253742.
  • Rehabilitation: Early mobilization, including passive and active limb movements, to enhance recovery 165063.
  • Special Populations

  • Pediatrics: Focus on growth and development alongside motor and sensory rehabilitation 4.
  • Elderly: Increased vigilance for cardiometabolic complications and polypharmacy risks 2042.
  • Comorbidities: Tailored management for coexisting conditions like vitamin D deficiency and neuropathic pain 2249.
  • Key Recommendations

  • Initiate VTE Prophylaxis Early: Early pharmacological and mechanical prophylaxis to prevent venous thromboembolism 744 (Evidence: Strong).
  • Monitor and Manage Autonomic Dysfunction: Regularly assess and treat orthostatic hypotension using a combination of pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies 8132435 (Evidence: Moderate).
  • Implement Comprehensive Rehabilitation Programs: Early initiation of rehabilitation including physical and occupational therapy to improve functional outcomes 165063 (Evidence: Moderate).
  • Screen for and Manage Cardiometabolic Risks: Regular screening and management of cardiovascular risk factors in SCI patients 253742 (Evidence: Moderate).
  • Address Polypharmacy Carefully: Monitor polypharmacy risks and optimize medication regimens to prevent adverse events 20 (Evidence: Moderate).
  • References

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    1 Xue Y, Tao L. Letter to the Editor: Exploring venous thromboembolism (VTE) risk in patients with acute spinal cord injury (SCI). Injury 2026. link 2 Weng Z, Zheng H, Dong H, Zhu L, Liao W, Xia J et al.. Ferroptosis in Spine-Related Diseases: Mechanistic Insights and Potential Therapeutic Targets. Cellular and molecular neurobiology 2026. link 3 Mondino A, Macri J, Mokhtari R, Patterson W, Tauro A, Olby NJ. Concurrent ANNPE and vertebral T-cell lymphoma in a dog: A case report. The Journal of small animal practice 2026. link 4 Cordes CMA, Schnorenberg AJ, Leonardis JM, Nguyen AV, Tarima S, Goodfriend KS et al.. Glenohumeral joint dynamics and rotator cuff health in youth manual wheelchair users with pediatric spinal cord injury and dysfunction. Journal of electromyography and kinesiology : official journal of the International Society of Electrophysiological Kinesiology 2026. link 5 Xue S, Li Y, Zhang Y, Zhang Q, Yu S, Xie L et al.. Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide attenuates neuronal apoptosis in spinal cord ischemia-reperfusion injury via the activation of PI3K/AKT pathway. European journal of pharmacology 2026. link 6 Khavandegar A, Sachdeva R, Krassioukov A. Outcome-Based Cardiovascular Risk Framework is Required After Spinal Cord Injury. Hypertension (Dallas, Tex. : 1979) 2026. link 7 Nasef Y, Brown A, Prashar S, Bundschu I, Othman Y, Hus A et al.. Evaluating clinical outcomes for very early versus late venous thromboembolism prophylaxis in patients with isolated severe spinal trauma. Thrombosis research 2026. link 8 Lombardo L, Heidorn CE, Pulliam C, Miller M, Hoyen H, Kilgore K et al.. Alleviating Hypotension With Implanted Peripheral Nerve Stimulation for Seated Stabilization: A Case Report in SCI. American journal of physical medicine & rehabilitation 2026. link 9 Wu BCB, Cheng L, Chanes N, Carroll AM, Aftab M, Bayer KU et al.. Calcium/calmodulin-dependent protein kinase II inhibition using tatCN19o ameliorates spinal cord ischemia associated with aortic surgery. The Journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery 2026. link 10 Zhu Y, Li L, Guo Y, Wang R, Hao Y, He X. M5C-methylated EDIL3 attenuates spinal cord ischemia-reperfusion injury by suppressing neutrophil extracellular trap formation. Free radical biology & medicine 2026. link 11 Zinn S, Joseph N, CreveCoeur TS, Sniecinski RM, García PS. Evaluating the efficacy of intraoperative NIRS cutoff values in detecting spinal cord ischemia during surgery. Journal of clinical monitoring and computing 2026. link 12 Sobeeh MG, Malik RN, Thordarson T, Currie KD, Hubli M, West CR et al.. Uncovering the Spectrum of Orthostatic Hypotension in Athletes with Spinal Cord Injury: Implications for Diagnosis, Classification, and Performance. Medicine and science in sports and exercise 2026. link 13 Yi Lau SJ, Hang PZ, Lijia W, Jing C. Effective management of orthostatic hypotension in a patient with complete spinal cord injury using a portable transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation device: A case report. The journal of spinal cord medicine 2026. link 14 Zhang J, Wang C, He C, Yang Y. Lower red blood cell count is a risk factor for higher D-dimer level in patients with spinal cord injury: A five year retrospective cross-sectional study. The journal of spinal cord medicine 2026. link 15 Cryns N, Himmelhaus S, Irrgang S, Ernst M, Weidner N, Scheel-Sailer A. Clinical Practice Guideline: The Diagnosis and Treatment of AcuteSpinal Cord Injury. Deutsches Arzteblatt international 2025. link 16 Cusimano M, Tom VJ, Houle JD, Hou S. Passive Hindlimb Cycling Enhances Tolerance of Cardiac Electrical Conduction in Rats with Spinal Cord Injuries. Journal of neurotrauma 2025. link 17 Schaffer KM, Madansingh SI, Fortune E, Morrow MM, Zhao KD, Cloud-Biebl BA. Impact of Reach Height on Estimated Rotator Cuff Compression Risk in Manual Wheelchair Users With Spinal Cord Injury. Journal of applied biomechanics 2025. link 18 Makaula O, Msomi NL, Ross AJ. Use of physical activity by occupational therapists and speech-language therapists in KwaZulu-Natal. South African family practice : official journal of the South African Academy of Family Practice/Primary Care 2025. link 19 Achterberg W, Gordon AL, van Dam van Isselt EF. Older people's rehabilitation and recovery. Get up, stand up for geriatric rehabilitation. Age and ageing 2025. link 20 Dietz N, Alkin V, Agarwal N, Bjurström MF, Ugiliweneza B, Wang D et al.. Polypharmacy in spinal cord injury: Matched cohort analysis comparing drug classes, medical complications, and healthcare utilization metrics with 24-month follow-up. The journal of spinal cord medicine 2025. link 21 Saita K, Sumitani M, Koyama Y, Sugita S, Matsubayashi Y, Ogata T et al.. Neuropathic pain development and maintenance and its association with motor recovery after cervical spinal cord injury. The journal of spinal cord medicine 2025. link 22 Hertig-Godeschalk A, Brinkhof MWG, Perret C, Scheel-Sailer A, Flueck JL. Efficacy of Vitamin D3 Supplementation in Elevating Circulating 25(OH)D Concentration in Individuals With Chronic Spinal Cord Injury (VitD-SCI): Evidence From a Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial. Topics in spinal cord injury rehabilitation 2025. link 23 Bacolas Z, Ross J, Phyland T, Clements R, Rollinson T. Haemoperitoneum in the setting of therapeutic anticoagulation and manual assisted cough for a patient with an acute cervical spinal cord injury and pulmonary embolus: a case report. Spinal cord series and cases 2025. link 24 Abd Manan N, Ismail ML, Engkasan JP, Zahari M. Postural effects on blood pressure, intraocular pressure, and ocular perfusion pressure in patients with spinal cord injury. The journal of spinal cord medicine 2025. link 25 Chan KN, Myers J, Huberman D, Ota D, Jaramillo J, Kiratli BJ. An exploratory analysis of the metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease risk calculations in veterans with spinal cord injury and disorders. The journal of spinal cord medicine 2025. link 26 Nageswaran L, Wolfe DL, Graham LJ, Bateman EA. Taking risk to heart: An evaluation of cardiometabolic risk and screening guideline adherence in outpatients with spinal cord injury. The journal of spinal cord medicine 2025. link 27 Park HR, Ko HY, Kirshblum S, Kang MS, Ko SH, Min JH et al.. Heart rate variability and its association with symptoms of orthostatic hypotension in spinal cord injury. The journal of spinal cord medicine 2025. link 28 Bain E, Rao R, Guglin M. Spinal Cord Injury Following Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: A Scoping Review. Journal of cardiothoracic and vascular anesthesia 2025. link 29 Ros C, José-López R, Font C, Suñol A, Alcoverro E, Nessler J et al.. Clinical signs, causes, and outcome of central cord syndrome in 22 cats. Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association 2024. link 30 Oruc OA, Boyaci MG, Ozdinc Ş, Celik S, Aslan E. Protective effect of valproic acid on ischemia-reperfusion induced spinal cord injury in a rat model. The journal of spinal cord medicine 2024. link 31 Liu S, Chen F, Han J, Wang L, Dong Y. Ferrostatin-1 improves neurological impairment induced by ischemia/reperfusion injury in the spinal cord through ERK1/2/SP1/GPX4. Experimental neurology 2024. link 32 Aslan E, Boyacı MG, Güzel H, Pektaş MB. Better neuroprotective profile of caffeic acid phenyl ester over resveratrol in non-traumatic ischemia-reperfusion injury of the spinal cord. British journal of neurosurgery 2024. link 33 Yang W, Wu QQ, Yang L, Chen YJ, Jiang RQ, Zou L et al.. Awake rabbit model of ischemic spinal cord injury with delayed paraplegia: The role of ambient temperature. Animal models and experimental medicine 2024. link 34 Gilhooley SK, Bauman WA, La Fountaine MF, Cross GT, Kirshblum SC, Spungen AM et al.. Cardiometabolic risk factor clustering in persons with spinal cord injury: A principal component analysis approach. The journal of spinal cord medicine 2024. link 35 Lv S, Zhao K, Li R, Meng C, Li G, Yin F. EGFR-Activated JAK2/STAT3 Pathway Confers Neuroprotection in Spinal Cord Ischemia-Reperfusion Injury: Evidence from High-Throughput Sequencing and Experimental Models. Molecular neurobiology 2024. link 36 Lee A, Katznelson R, Ouzounian M, Au D, Chung J, Djaiani G et al.. Adjunctive hyperbaric oxygen therapy for spinal cord ischemia after complex aortic repair. Journal of vascular surgery 2024. link 37 Mercier HW, Solinsky R, Taylor JA. Relationship of cardiometabolic disease risk factors with age and spinal cord injury duration. The journal of spinal cord medicine 2024. link 38 Yoo JE, Kim M, Kim B, Lee H, Chang WH, Yoo J et al.. Increased Risk of Myocardial Infarction, Heart Failure, and Atrial Fibrillation After Spinal Cord Injury. Journal of the American College of Cardiology 2024. link 39 Wong S, Dong H, Hirani SP, Gainullina I, Ussef I, Graham A. Prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in patients with spinal cord injury at admission: a single-centred study in the UK. Journal of nutritional science 2023. link 40 Kettig E, Kistler-Fischbacher M, de Godoi Rezende Costa Molino C, Bischoff-Ferrari HA, Frundi DS. Association of magnesium and vitamin D status with grip strength and fatigue in older adults: a 4-week observational study of geriatric participants undergoing rehabilitation. Aging clinical and experimental research 2023. link 41 Chen F, Wang D, Jiang Y, Ma H, Li X, Wang H. Dexmedetomidine postconditioning alleviates spinal cord ischemia-reperfusion injury in rats via inhibiting neutrophil infiltration, microglia activation, reactive gliosis and CXCL13/CXCR5 axis activation. The International journal of neuroscience 2023. link 42 Raguindin PF, Stoyanov J, Eriks-Hoogland I, Stucki G, Jordan X, Schubert M et al.. Cardiometabolic risk profiling during spinal cord injury rehabilitation: A longitudinal analysis from the Swiss Spinal Cord Injury (SwiSCI) cohort. PM & R : the journal of injury, function, and rehabilitation 2023. link 43 Zheng R, Guan B, Fan Y, Fu R, Yao L, Wang W et al.. A critical appraisal of clinical practice guidelines for management of four common complications after spinal cord injury. The spine journal : official journal of the North American Spine Society 2023. link 44 Wei B, Zhou H, Liu G, Zheng Y, Zhang Y, Hao C et al.. Risk factors for venous thromboembolism in patients with spinal cord injury: A systematic review and meta-analysis. The journal of spinal cord medicine 2023. link 45 Bigford GE, Szeto A, Darr AJ, Illiano P, Zambrano R, Mendez AJ et al.. Characterization of Gastrointestinal Hormone Dysfunction and Metabolic Pathophysiology in Experimental Spinal Cord Injury. Journal of neurotrauma 2023. link 46 Park MS, Moon SH, Jang SB, Kim JW, Sung PS. Spontaneous Hematomyelia Associated with the Use of Non-vitamin K Antagonist. Journal of neurological surgery. Part A, Central European neurosurgery 2023. link 47 Yin CY, Fei JJ, Duan YY, Yang K, Li X, Wu ZC et al.. A long-term survival rat model of spinal cord ischemia injury: Thoracic aortic occlusion combined with aortic bypass circulation. Vascular 2023. link 48 Mei L, Fengqun M, Zhengyao Z, Mingming F, Qing W, Xiaozhuo L et al.. Efficacy and safety of different drug treatments in patients with spinal-cord injury-related neuropathic pain: a network meta-analysis. Spinal cord 2022. link 49 Loh E, Mirkowski M, Agudelo AR, Allison DJ, Benton B, Bryce TN et al.. The CanPain SCI clinical practice guidelines for rehabilitation management of neuropathic pain after spinal cord injury: 2021 update. Spinal cord 2022. link 50 Santos LV, Pereira ET, Reguera-García MM, Oliveira CEP, Moreira OC. Resistance Training and Muscle Strength in people with Spinal cord injury: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of bodywork and movement therapies 2022. link 51 Madden RF, Lalonde-Bester S, Manocha RHK, Martin JM, Flueck JL, Hertig-Godeschalk A et al.. Sports nutrition knowledge in athletes with a spinal cord injury and coaches of para sports. Applied physiology, nutrition, and metabolism = Physiologie appliquee, nutrition et metabolisme 2022. link 52 Almubark BM, Majrashi N, Alghusun N, Alhammad M, Alhthifi F, Alyahya RSW. Telehealth Clinical Practice Guide for Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech and Language Pathology: A Saudi and Middle Eastern Guide. 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The International journal of neuroscience 2022. link 57 Ta Na HS, An M, Zhang T, Deni W, Hou L, Jin K. Dexmedetomidine inhibits microglial activation through SNHG14/HMGB1 pathway in spinal cord ischemia-reperfusion injury mice. The International journal of neuroscience 2022. link 58 Rong Y, Fan J, Ji C, Wang Z, Ge X, Wang J et al.. USP11 regulates autophagy-dependent ferroptosis after spinal cord ischemia-reperfusion injury by deubiquitinating Beclin 1. Cell death and differentiation 2022. link 59 Wecht JM. Management of blood pressure disorders in individuals with spinal cord injury. Current opinion in pharmacology 2022. link 60 Khachatryan Z, Haunschild J, von Aspern K, Borger MA, Etz CD. Ischemic Spinal Cord Injury-Experimental Evidence and Evolution of Protective Measures. The Annals of thoracic surgery 2022. link 61 Mukai A, Suehiro K, Kimura A, Fujimoto Y, Funao T, Mori T et al.. Protective effects of remote ischemic preconditioning against spinal cord ischemia-reperfusion injury in rats. The Journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery 2022. link 62 Fu J, Mu G, Liu X, Ou C, Zhao J. Ischemic postconditioning reduces spinal cord ischemia-reperfusion injury through ATP-sensitive potassium channel. Spinal cord 2022. link 63 Alajam RA, Alqahtani AS, Moon S, Sarmento CVM, Frederick J, Smirnova IV et al.. Effects of walking training on risk markers of cardiovascular disease in individuals with chronic spinal cord injury. The journal of spinal cord medicine 2022. link 64 Mikami Y, Tinduh D, Lee K, Chotiyarnwong C, van der Scheer JW, Jung KS et al.. Cultural validation and language translation of the scientific SCI exercise guidelines for use in Indonesia, Japan, Korea, and Thailand. The journal of spinal cord medicine 2022. link 65 Liu B, Zheng W, Dai L, Fu S, Shi E. Bone marrow mesenchymal stem cell derived exosomal miR-455-5p protects against spinal cord ischemia reperfusion injury. Tissue & cell 2022. link 66 Ramström T, Bunketorp-Käll L, Wangdell J. The impact of upper limb spasticity-correcting surgery on the everyday life of patients with disabling spasticity: a qualitative analysis. Disability and rehabilitation 2022. link 67 Alva-Díaz C, Rodriguez-López E, López-Saavedra A, Metcalf T, Morán-Mariños C, Navarro-Flores A et al.. Is Surfer's myelopathy an acute hyperextension-induced myelopathy? A systematic synthesis of case studies and proposed diagnostic criteria. Journal of neurology 2022. link 68 Barras ED, Hampton CE, Takawira C, Taguchi T, Nourbakhsh A, Lopez MJ. Hemodynamic Changes in Response to Hyperacute Spinal Trauma in a Swine Model. Comparative medicine 2022. link 69 Ikeno Y, Ghincea CV, Roda GF, Cheng L, Aftab M, Meng X et al.. Optimizing Nicorandil for Spinal Cord Protection in a Murine Model of Complex Aortic Intervention. 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