The Science Journal of the Lander College of Arts and Sciences
Abstract
The following is an excerpt from the introduction to this article: Spinal cord injury is defined as a “disconnection syndrome” that results in a loss of ability of the spinal cord to communicate ascending and/or descending impulses (Hamid and Hayak 2008). Due to its role as the primary conduit of motor and sensory impulses, spinal cord injury is widely regarded as one of the most catastrophic, survivable injuries a person can suffer. Depending on the severity and placement of the injury, the patient can experience a wide range of disability or death. A mild injury may result in the patient lacking strength in one limb, while a severe injury can place the patient on a ventilator for life (Field-Fote 2009).
Recommended Citation
Hildeshaim, M. (2012). Functional Electrical Stimulation in Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation. The Science Journal of the Lander College of Arts and Sciences, 5(2). Retrieved from https://touroscholar.touro.edu/sjlcas/vol5/iss2/9
