Why is methylprednisolone used for spinal injury?
Methylprednisolone has anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce swelling. After a spinal cord injury, it is crucial to stabilize the spinal cord as quickly as possible to minimize the amount of damage.
What causes central cord syndrome?
CCS usually occurs in people with existing arthritis changes in the bones of the neck. In such situations, the canal through which the spinal cord travels can be narrow, so that if the neck is forcefully extended (head tilted back), such as in a car accident, the spinal cord can be squeezed.
What is cord syndrome?
Central cord syndrome (CCS) is a condition that develops after an injury to your spinal cord in your neck (cervical spine). CCS affects nerve impulses to your limbs. Healthcare providers can use nonsurgical treatments and surgery to restore feeling and function to your arms, hands and legs.
Where does the spinal cord end MRI?
The conus medullaris is the terminal end of the spinal cord.
Why is methylprednisolone given?
It is used to treat a number of different conditions, such as inflammation (swelling), severe allergies, adrenal problems, arthritis, asthma, blood or bone marrow problems, eye or vision problems, lupus, skin conditions, kidney problems, ulcerative colitis, and flare-ups of multiple sclerosis.
What is the treatment for central cord syndrome?
There is no cure for central cord syndrome although some people recover near-normal function. There is no standard course of treatment, although drug therapy, surgery, and rest are often part of the program.
Does central cord syndrome require surgery?
It is generally accepted that surgical treatment is necessary for central cord syndrome (CCS) with an underlying cervical stenosis. As for CCS with evidence of significant spinal cord compression, we suggest performing surgery as soon as possible.
Why do doctors prescribe methylprednisolone?
Does central cord syndrome go away?
What is the prognosis of central cord syndrome?
The prognosis for patients with central cord syndrome (CCS) who are aged less than 50 years is good. Within a short time, 97% of these individuals recover, regaining the ability to ambulate and complete self-care tasks. Only 17% of patients aged more than 50 years recover.