Clinical Outcomes of Surgical Treatments for Traumatic Spinal Injuries due to Snowboarding
Asian Spine Journal
;
: 90-98, 2015.
Article
in English
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| ID: wpr-185075
ABSTRACT
STUDY DESIGN:
Retrospective study.PURPOSE:
To assess treatment outcomes of snowboarding-related spinal and spinal cord injuries. OVERVIEW OF LITERATURE Snowboarding-related spinal or spinal cord injury have a great impact on social and sporting activities.METHODS:
A retrospective review of 19 cases of surgically treated snowboard-related injury was done. Analyzed parameters included site of injury, type of fracture, peri- and postoperative complications, pre- and postoperative neurological status, activities of daily living, and participation in sports activities at the final follow-up.RESULTS:
The major site of injury was the thoracolumbar junction caused by fracture-dislocation (13/19 cases). The remaining 6 cases had cervical spine injuries. Over 60% of the patients had Frankel A and B paralysis. All patients were surgically treated by posterior fusion with instrumentation. Five underwent additional anterior fusion. Surgical outcome was restoration of ambulatory capacity in 12 patients (63.2%). Ultimately, 15 patients (78.9%) could return to work. Patients with complete paralysis upon admission showed reduced ambulatory capacity compared to those with incomplete paralysis. None of the patients again participated in any sports activities, including snowboarding.CONCLUSIONS:
Snowboarding-related spinal or spinal cord injury has a great impact on social as well as sports activities. It is necessary to enhance promotion of injury prevention emphasizing the snowboarders' responsibility code.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Paralysis
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Postoperative Complications
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Skiing
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Spinal Cord Injuries
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Spinal Injuries
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Spine
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Sports
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Activities of Daily Living
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Retrospective Studies
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Follow-Up Studies
Type of study:
Observational study
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Prognostic study
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Asian Spine Journal
Year:
2015
Type:
Article
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