Spinal Cord Injuries

Spinal Cord Injuries refers to a condition where the nerves around the spine are injured or compressed. This damage can disrupt nerve conduction and affect the sensory and motor functions of various parts of the body.

Common Symptoms of Spinal Cord Injuries

Common symptoms of spinal cord injuries includes:

Pain
Numbness and tingling
Muscle weakness or paralysis Loss of sensation or motor function
Difficulty in condroling bowel and bladder function

Causes of Spinal Cord Injuries

Causes of spinal cord injuries includes:

Spinal cord compression: Factors such as spinal cord tumors, herniated discs, or spinal deformities can compress the spinal nerves and lead to damage.
Spinal cord trauma: Accidents, falls, or sports injuries can cause traumatic damage to the spinal nerves.
Nerve inflammation: Certain diseases or infections, such as myelitis or polio, can cause inflammatory damage to the spinal nerves.

Physiotherapy for Spinal Cord Injuries

Physiotherapists can design appropriate exercise and rehabilitation programs to help restore function in the affected area and strengthen the surrounding muscles. They also provide gait and balance training to improve overall physical function.

TCM treatment for Spinal Cord Injuries

Common TCM treatments include:

Internal medicine: TCM practitioners can prescribe herbs with properties to relieve muscle tension, dispel cold, promote blood circulation, and facilitate nerve repair and regeneration.
Acupuncture: Stimulating specific acupoints, such as the back shu points and Baihui, can promote nerve repair. Acupuncture can also alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, and boost the body’s overall immunity.

MANA- Integration of Treatment for Neurological Diseases

MANA adopts an integrative approach combining TCM and Western medicine to provide more comprehensive treatment, allowing patients to experience improvements from both internal and external perspectives.

MANA Core Values

Integration of Eastern and Western Medicine, Multidimensional Therapy
Reshaping Structural Integrity to Achieve Inner and Outer Balance
Guiding Body Perception to Think & Foster a Healthy Lifestyle
Conducted by Registered TCM Practitioners and Physiotherapists for Examination and Treatment

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