by reneechris501 on May 31st, 2007

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Which area of the spinal cord affects the muscles of the legs?

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  • by newsomelaw on July 1st, 2008

    newsomelaw

    Complete paraplegia is described as permanent loss of motor and nerve function at T1 level or below, resulting in loss of sensation and movement in the legs, bowel, bladder, and sexual region. Arms and hands retain normal function.
    Incomplete spinal cord injuries are more common than complete injuries, and are characterized by some degree of sensation and movement below the point of injury.
    http://www.brainandspinalcord.org/spinal-cord-injuries/index.html

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  • by Galeanda on May 31st, 2007

    Galeanda

    All can because all nerves travel the length of the spine. I had severe problems with my hips and it was made better by chainging my atlas, way up top.

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  • by JamesD on May 31st, 2007

    JamesD

    I think its the lumbar region.

    This link shows a diagram, giving details of spinal cord structure, and the various areas of nerve functions.

    http://www.spinalinjury.net/html/_spinal_cord_101.html

  • by xprofessor on May 31st, 2007

    xprofessor

    Mainly the dorsal horn.

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  • by Scifisuz on May 31st, 2007

    Scifisuz

    All can...but I believe lumbar provides a more direct route.

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