Spinal Cord Injury From Injury to Participation (Part 2). Levels of Injury & Early Management: From ICU to Rehabilitation - Presented by Louise Condon

Spinal Cord Injury From Injury to Participation (Part 2). Levels of Injury & Early Management: From ICU to Rehabilitation - Presented by Louise Condon

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This session is built for community and outpatient clinicians who want to feel genuinely confident — not just passably familiar — when working with people living with spinal cord injury.

Louise unpacks four areas that come up constantly in clinical practice, are frequently underprepared for, and have direct consequences for patient safety and outcomes.

What's Covered

From NLI to Function

How do you actually translate a neurological level of injury into functional expectations for the person sitting in front of you? This section gives you a clear, evidence-based framework using the PVA Expected Functional Outcomes guideline — so you can set realistic goals, advocate for the right equipment, and understand where your patient should be heading.

Autonomic Dysreflexia

AD is a medical emergency that can — and does — happen in outpatient clinics, gyms, and home visits. This section walks you through the mechanism, how to recognise it (including silent AD), the triggers you need to know, and a step-by-step management protocol you can apply immediately. Every clinician working with T6-and-above SCI needs this.

Neurogenic Bladder & Bowel

Nearly universal after SCI, and one of the most significant impacts on daily quality of life — yet frequently overlooked in community practice. This section clarifies the UMN and LMN patterns, what to look for, and exactly when and how urgently to refer.

Respiratory Management

Respiratory complications remain the leading cause of death after SCI — and the community clinician's role doesn't stop at the hospital door. Learn what the evidence says about respiratory muscle training, assisted cough, and ongoing respiratory screening for your cervical and high thoracic patients.