مريض بإصابة الحبل الشوكي عند T10 يسأل عن احتمال المشي. ما الإجابة الأقرب للواقع؟

A client with a T10 cord injury asks whether he will walk. What is the most realistic answer?

1. He will need a ventilator for life
2. He will lose arm movement too
3. He will definitely walk within a week untreated
4. It depends on completeness; rehab and devices may help

Answer: D) It depends on completeness; rehab and devices may help. Low thoracic injuries spare the arms and breathing, and walking potential depends on whether the injury is complete or incomplete. Rehabilitation and assistive devices improve independence.