Fowler S B, Hardaway H
SCI Nurs. 1995 Dec;12(4):121-3.
Central cord injury results in motor impairment that is more prominent in the upper extremities than lower extremities with greater distal than proximal weakness. This altered health status directly impacts an individual's self care abilities. The combined focus of nursing care and occupational therapy delivered in a collaborative approach facilitates progress toward independence. An individual who has experienced central cord damage may be able to walk but not be able to eat, toilet, or dress without assistance. Most basic needs cannot be met independently without use of the arms. This type of injury has major implications for self care abilities.
中央脊髓损伤导致的运动功能障碍在上肢比下肢更明显，远端比近端无力更严重。这种健康状况的改变直接影响个体的自我护理能力。以协作方式提供的护理和职业治疗相结合，有助于朝着独立的方向取得进展。经历过中央脊髓损伤的个体可能能够行走，但在没有帮助的情况下无法进食、上厕所或穿衣。如果不使用手臂，大多数基本需求都无法独立满足。这种类型的损伤对自我护理能力有重大影响。
