Spinal cord injury stool can recover

Recovery from stool problems after spinal cord injury depends on the severity of the injury and the timeliness of treatment. Early treatment and rehabilitation training are important for recovery. Auxiliary measures can help manage stool problems. Regular follow-up visits and professional guidance are also critical. In general, recovery from stool problems after spinal cord injury depends on the severity of the injury and the timeliness of treatment. For mild spinal cord injuries, such as spinal cord concussion or incomplete spinal cord injury, stool function may gradually recover within weeks or months. This is because the injured nerve tissue has a certain ability to repair itself. With rehabilitation training and treatment, nerve function may be partially restored. However, for severe spinal cord injuries, such as complete spinal cord injury, recovery of stool function is less likely. In this case, the nerve damage is more severe and the chance of neurological recovery is less. Treatment is important for recovery of stool function after spinal cord injury. Early treatment includes emergency treatment, surgical treatment, and rehabilitation. Surgical treatment aims to relieve spinal cord compression and restore neurological function. Rehabilitation therapy includes physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, etc., aimed at helping patients recover motor function, improve self-care ability and prevent complications. In addition, some auxiliary measures can also help patients with spinal cord injury manage stool problems, such as regular defecation training, laxatives, enemas, etc. For patients with long-term stool problems, artificial anus or other assistive devices may be considered. It is important to note that recovery from spinal cord injury is a long-term process, and patients and families need patience and persistence in rehabilitation training and treatment. It is also important to visit regularly and receive professional guidance. Key messages: Recovery from stool problems after spinal cord injury depends on the severity of the injury and timeliness of treatment. Early treatment and rehabilitation are important for recovery. Complementary measures can help manage stool problems. Regular follow-up visits and professional guidance are critical.