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What is the definition of Paraplegia?
Paraplegia is a paralysis which affects all or part of the lower body, the trunk, legs, and pelvic organs. Paralysis involves a loss of muscle control and can be complete or partial.  While there are different types and causes of paraplegia, the most common type is caused by spinal cord injury due to trauma (motor vehicle accidents, falls, violence, sports or recreation injuries, alcohol use, or gunshot or knife wound) that damages the spinal cord. After a traumatic spinal cord injury, additional damage often occurs over time due to bleeding, swelling, and inflammation. In contrast, non-traumatic spinal cord injury may be caused by arthritis, cancer, inflammation, infections, nerve or autoimmune diseases, polio, or disk degeneration of the spine.
What are the symptoms of Paraplegia?
Symptoms of paraplegia include loss of sensation and movement in the lower limbs, loss of bladder or bowel control, muscle spasms, changes in sexual function, and pain.
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What are the current treatments for Paraplegia?
Currently, there is no treatment available to reverse the damage to the spinal cord; however, emerging treatments are constantly being developed, such as prostheses and newer assistive technologies, including modern wheelchairs, computer adaptations, and electronic aids for daily living, electrical stimulation devices, robotic gait training, and medications that may spur nerve cell regeneration. Initial treatment after acute injury and diagnosis may include corticosteroids, immobilization, and surgery. Long term treatment is focused on rehabilitation as well as physical and occupational therapy.
Who are the top Paraplegia Local Doctors?
Experienced in Paraplegia
Dr. Jay J. Richards
Family Medicine
Experienced in Paraplegia
Dr. Jay J. Richards
Family Medicine

Umpqua Community Health Center Inc

150 Ne Kenneth Ford Dr, 
Roseburg, OR 
 (3.2 mi)
541-672-9596
Languages Spoken:
English
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Jay Richards is a Family Medicine provider in Roseburg, Oregon. Dr. Richards and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Chronic Pain, and Diabetic Neuropathy. Dr. Richards is currently accepting new patients.

Experienced in Paraplegia
Dr. Brock W. Millet
Family Medicine
Experienced in Paraplegia
Dr. Brock W. Millet
Family Medicine

North Bend Medical Center Inc

790 E 5th St, 
Coquille, OR 
 (42.3 mi)
541-396-3111
Experience:
15+ years
Languages Spoken:
English
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Brock Millet is a Family Medicine provider in Coquille, Oregon. Dr. Millet has been practicing medicine for over 15 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Millet is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Experienced in Paraplegia
Dr. Zuzanna M. Wieckowska
Family Medicine | Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
Experienced in Paraplegia
Dr. Zuzanna M. Wieckowska
Family Medicine | Geriatrics | Internal Medicine

Peacehealth Medical Group Cottage Grove

1515 Village Dr, 
Cottage Grove, OR 
 (43.3 mi)
541-767-5200
Languages Spoken:
English
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Zuzanna Wieckowska is a Family Medicine specialist and an Internal Medicine provider in Cottage Grove, Oregon. Dr. Wieckowska and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Paraplegia. Her top areas of expertise are Low Sodium Level, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Osteoporosis. Dr. Wieckowska is currently accepting new patients.

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What are the latest Paraplegia Clinical Trials?
Evaluation of Cratos™ Branch Stent Graft System in Treatment of Descending Aorta Lesions
Evaluation of Cratos™ Branch Stent Graft System in Treatment of Descending Aorta Lesions
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: February 26, 2025
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: The goal of this prospective, interventional, multicentre, single-arm performance objective study is to evaluate efficacy and safety of Cratos™ Branch Stent Graft System in treatment of lesions (dissection, IMH and PAU in descending aorta. The main question\[s\] it aims to answer are: * 30-day all-cause Mortality rate * Composite of the following events from the time of enrolment through 12-month:...

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Intrathecal Baclofen for the Management of Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis: a Prospective Cohort Study
Intrathecal Baclofen for the Management of Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis: a Prospective Cohort Study
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: February 26, 2025

Summary: The investigators conduct a prospective cohort study to explore the treatment effectiveness of continuous infusion of intrathecal baclofen (ITB) for hereditary spastic paraplegia (HSP) in China, delve into the optimal timing for starting treatment, and investigate the response differences among different subtypes. The ultimate goal is to provide clinical evidence and guidance for the application o...

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