What Is A T5 Spinal Injury
When the spinal cord is injured at or below thoracic level 5 (T5), cardiovascular control is markedly unbalanced as the heart and blood vessels innervated by upper thoracic segments remain under brain stem control, whereas the vasculature of the lower body is affected by unregulated spinal reflexes
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What Is A T5 Spinal Injury
When the spinal cord is injured at or below thoracic level 5 (T5), cardiovascular control is markedly unbalanced as the heart and blood vessels innervated by upper thoracic segments remain under brain stem control, whereas the vasculature of the lower body is affected by unregulated spinal reflexes
What Happens If You Injure Your T5 Vertebrae?
T1-T5 thoracic spinal cord injuries primarily affect the muscles in the upper chest, mid-back, and inner arms. As a result, individuals with higher-level thoracic injuries may experience difficulties sitting upright due to a lack of trunk stability