A spinal cord injury can be from a trauma, an infection or a tumor. The spinal cord controls movement of the arms and legs and the muscles that help with breathing and using the bathroom. The effects depend on what part of the spinal cord is injured. Our team assesses your child, and we recommend ways to treat their condition and improve what they can do. We focus on improving your child’s strength, flexibility and ability to move their arms and legs; helping them perform daily activities (such as getting dressed and eating); managing their bowel and bladder; and decreasing stiff muscles (spasticity).
