Paraplegia is generally defined as paraplegia caused by a transverse lesion of the spinal cord above the second thoracic vertebral segment.
Most cases of paraplegia are caused by trauma to the spinal cord, spinal cord disorders, spinal column disorders, or congenital disorders.
Paraplegia causes damage to the spinal cord at the site of paraplegia, resulting in sensory and motor deficits below the level of paraplegia, as well as urinary and bowel disorders and autonomic dysfunction, resulting in quadriplegia, loss of self-care ability, and severe physical and psychological injuries.
Patients with paraplegia should be actively treated for the cause of the disease, and can be discharged from the hospital after their condition is stabilized. After discharge, they should take home care and daily treatment, as well as psychological counseling, rehabilitation training, and physical therapy.
Paraplegic patients should actively seek medical treatment and follow the doctor’s instructions.