title: Management of chronic spinal cord dysfunction.
abstract: OBJECTIVE
  Both acute and chronic spinal cord disorders present multisystem management problems to the clinician. This article highlights key issues associated with chronic spinal cord dysfunction.
  
  
  RESULTS
  Advances in symptomatic management for chronic spinal cord dysfunction include use of botulinum toxin to manage detrusor hyperreflexia, pregabalin for management of neuropathic pain, and intensive locomotor training for improved walking ability in incomplete spinal cord injuries.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  The care of spinal cord dysfunction has advanced significantly over the past 2 decades. Management and treatment of neurologic and non-neurologic complications of chronic myelopathies ensure that each patient will be able to maximize their functional independence and quality of life.
authors: Gary M
authors: GM
authors: Abrams
authors: Karunesh
authors: K
authors: Ganguly
mesh_terms: D002908:Chronic Disease; D019468:Disease Management; D006801:Humans; D013118:Spinal Cord Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy*
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