Spinal cord injury is a serious neurological condition that causes paralysis and loss of sensation in the limbs below the site of injury. A sensible diet is essential for people with spinal cord injury. This article will introduce the basic principles and precautions of diet for patients with spinal cord injury to help patients better manage their nutritional intake and promote**.
1. Arrange meals reasonably.
1.Increase protein intake: Protein is an essential substance for the body's repair and growth, and it is especially important for people with spinal cord injuries. It is recommended to consume a moderate amount of high-quality protein every day, such as fish, lean meat, eggs, dairy products, etc. At the same time, patients can supplement with protein powder in moderation to meet the needs of the body.
2.Eat more fresh vegetables and fruits: Vegetables and fruits are rich in vitamins and minerals that contribute to the body's normal metabolism and repair. It is recommended to consume a variety of vegetables and fruits of different colors every day to ensure a complete nutrition.
3.Control fat intake: Excessive fat intake can lead to obesity and increase the burden on the spine, which is not conducive to**. Therefore, patients should control fat intake, especially saturated fatty acid intake, such as animal offal, fatty meat, etc.
4.Maintain proper energy intake: Insufficient energy intake can lead to emaciation and decreased immunity, which is not conducive to**; Excessive energy intake can lead to obesity and related diseases. Therefore, patients should arrange their meals reasonably according to their own conditions and maintain appropriate energy intake.
2. Pay attention to your eating habits.
1.Small and frequent meals: Patients with spinal cord injury are prone to indigestion and constipation due to prolonged bed rest or inconvenience, weak digestive system function. Therefore, it is advisable to eat smaller, more frequent meals and avoid consuming too much food at once.
2.Avoid hard foods: Hard foods can cause damage to the mouth and digestive tract, which is not conducive to digestion and absorption. Therefore, patients should avoid eating too hard, coarse foods to avoid complications such as oral and gastrointestinal bleeding.
3.Maintain oral hygiene: Due to the patient's long-term bed rest, oral hygiene tends to deteriorate, leading to the occurrence of complications such as oral infections and ulcers. Therefore, patients should brush their teeth and rinse their mouths every day to keep their mouth clean and hygienic.
4.Proper hydration: Patients with spinal cord injury are susceptible to urinary retention and urinary tract infections due to impaired nerve function. Therefore, patients should be properly hydrated, maintain normal urine output, and avoid excessive urine holding.
3. Personalized diet plan.
Different patients have different conditions and nutritional status, so an individualized diet plan is required. Patients should make dietary modifications under the guidance of their physician and, if necessary, nutritional assessment and dietary guidance.
In conclusion, dietary management in patients with spinal cord injury is crucial. Patients should follow the principles of reasonable meal arrangement, attention to eating habits and personalized diet plan to ensure comprehensive and adequate nutrition. At the same time, patients should actively cooperate with the doctor's ** and advice in terms of diet to promote the ** process.