What is Cauda Equin?
Equina Cauda is a bundle of nerve roots located on the base of the spinal cord. The descriptive Latin name is a reference to the physical appearance of Equina Cauda; It looks like a horse's tail. A rare neurological condition known as Cauda Equin syndrome can cause damage to the involved nerve roots, leading to back pain, loss of feeling in the legs and incontinence. As a result, although people consider the spinal cord something that runs along the length of the entire spine, it actually stops. Equina Cauda, which refers to the end of the spinal cord, is among the first and third lumbar vertebrae. It is divided into sacral, lumbar and coconut nerves that feed on the vertebra. In which is paid attention to the intervention of the right area of the spine and prevent injury or traumatization of the patient. Stress on the patient's side can complicate the procedure and results and patients can be offered in advance to relax.
nerves that come from Equina Cauda,They are responsible for sending and receiving signals from the lower limbs and organs in the pelvis. As a result, Equina Cauda damage can cause significant problems to the patient. This may include the paralysis of the lower limbs, the weakness of the limbs and the lack of coordination and the abnormal feelings in the lower limbs that are disrupted over time.
This area of the spinal cord can be injured by herniated discs, trauma and degenerative diseases, among other things. Symptoms of injuries may include problems with the movement or control of the lower limbs, muscles pain weakness, numbness and armor, faecal or urinary incontinence and pain that can be located in the lower back or distributed on the feet. Diagnostic testing, such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), can be used to identify Equina Cauda and create a treatment plan for the patient.
Treatment of disorders involving Cauda Equin usually involves a neurologist and neurosurgeon or spine specialist. A neurologist can performEvaluation of a patient to provide information about this area and the extent of damage, while surgeons can repair if necessary.