The cauda equina nerve refers to the lumbosacral nerve roots below the conus medullaris, mainly distributed between L2-5 and S1-5, and these nerve roots run in the spinal canal, collectively known as the cauda equina nerve. The cauda equina nerve is usually located in the middle of the lumbar and lumbar horizontal lines, extending downward.
The normal spinal cord terminates at the lower border of the first lumbar vertebra, while the cauda equina nerve is located in the spinal canal below this lower border. When there is a fracture, spinal stenosis, lumbar disc herniation, etc., the cauda equina nerve may be compressed or damaged, causing cauda equina syndrome.
The main role of the cauda equina nerve is to conduct sensory and motor information, control the muscle activity of the lower body and transmit sensory signals from the lower body. It transmits movement signals through branch nerves that control muscle activity in the thighs, calves, and feet, enabling the body to perform various movements such as walking, running, jumping, and so on.
At the same time, the cauda equina nerve is also responsible for transmitting sensory signals such as touch, temperature, pain, and sense of location, allowing the body to perceive and respond to external stimuli.
The typical symptom of cauda equina syndrome is abnormal stool, because the cauda equina nerve is also responsible for transmitting nerve impulses, controlling the function of urine and urine, bladder sphincter and ** sphincter, and can also innervate the transmission of sexual function nerves. If there is urinary and urinary dysfunction, sensory loss, sexual dysfunction, etc., it is basically in line with the indications for surgery.
The effects of cauda equina syndrome vary from individual to individual and do not guarantee a complete recovery for every patient. However, with proper training and training, patients can reduce symptoms and improve their quality of life.
For patients with complete impairment, the goal is to improve the patient's functional status as much as possible, reduce distress and improve quality of life. For patients with incomplete impairment, the goal is to promote neurological repair and functional recovery as much as possible.
Cauda equina syndrome needs to comprehensively consider the specific situation of the patient and develop a personalized plan. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that cauda equina nerve injury and cauda equina syndrome belong to the category of "paralysis", "atrophy" and "tendon disease", and peripheral nerve damage is also related to liver and kidney dysfunction.
The early stages of the disease** are essential for recovery. Especially for conditions like cauda equina nerve damage, nerve damage can worsen over time, leading to more serious consequences. Early diagnosis and ** can help reduce nerve damage and increase the likelihood of recovery.
In addition, since the symptoms of cauda equina nerve injury can be similar to other diseases, such as sciatica, lumbar disc herniation, etc., a correct diagnosis is very important. Only when the diagnosis of cauda equina nerve injury is confirmed, can a targeted ** regimen be taken.
For patients with cauda equina nerve injury, in addition to receiving the doctor's advice, they should also maintain good lifestyle habits, such as regular work and rest, reasonable diet and appropriate exercise. At the same time, it is also very important to maintain a positive mindset to help improve the results of recovery. For any disease, timely ** is key. This is especially true for cauda equina nerve injury. Early diagnosis and ** is an important way to improve recovery and reduce health hazards.