SCI: Musculoskeletal & Functional Changes, ADLs, & Mobility

Course overview

Functional outcomes differ for persons with spinal cord injury depending on the level and completeness of the insult to the spinal cord. Many patients with spinal cord injuries struggle with deficits in self-care and mobility, which can have a significant effect on their ability to be independent and potentially limit their quality of life. Rehabilitation nurses often partner with other disciplines within the interprofessional team to address these deficits and foster improved functional outcomes. In this course, participants will learn how to use knowledge about spine stabilization, motor changes, and musculoskeletal conditions to develop interventions that address expected functional deficits in ADLs and mobility to improve patient outcomes.