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What Causes The Inability To Walk After A Fall?

Im 65 yrs old white female 5 8 175lbs I fell down 2 steps going into my garage,became paralyzed in Nov 2009. I had back su22rgery was supposed to be able to walk but Ive had therapy I could walk up to 50 ft, I woke up a week later not able to move my legs, please tell me is there any hope for me I have marphans too I love teaching Sunday School ,I havent been able to do that i was in the hospital 5 months
Mon, 5 Feb 2024
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Hi,

Do an MRI LS of spine with screening whole spine, CT the brain to check any CVA, or nerve root compression.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Prasad, Orthopedic Surgeon
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What Causes The Inability To Walk After A Fall?

Hi, Do an MRI LS of spine with screening whole spine, CT the brain to check any CVA, or nerve root compression. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Prasad, Orthopedic Surgeon