Injury | T9 Spinal Cord

Most people with a T9 injury can achieve high levels of .

: Sexual function and fertility may be affected, including erectile dysfunction in men or reduced lubrication in women. t9 spinal cord injury

: There is often a loss of feeling (touch, temperature, pain) from the T9 level down through the legs, abdomen, and pelvis. Most people with a T9 injury can achieve high levels of

: Paraplegia usually results in the loss of leg function. However, T9 survivors typically have good trunk control and abdominal muscle use, allowing them to sit upright and maintain balance while seated. : Paraplegia usually results in the loss of leg function

: Injuries at this level frequently disrupt bowel and bladder control , often requiring the use of catheters and scheduled bowel programs.

: While rest-state breathing is usually normal, weak abdominal and intercostal muscles can make forced exhalation or deep coughing difficult. Daily Life and Independence

A occurs in the thoracic (middle) region of the back. Because the injury is below the cervical (neck) level, the individual typically retains full use of their arms and hands but experiences paraplegia , or paralysis of the legs and lower torso. Physical Impacts and Symptoms