Which statement correctly describes rehabilitation for spinal cord injuries?

• A. Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy are essential
• B. Chemotherapy is essential
• C. Dialysis is essential
• D. Radiation therapy is essential

Answer: (A)

Rehabilitation after a spinal cord injury centers on restoring function and independence through targeted therapies. Physical therapy builds strength, endurance, balance, and mobility, with gait training and strategies to prevent contractures and pressure injuries. Occupational therapy focuses on activities of daily living, upper-extremity function, and the use of adaptive devices to enable independence at home and work. Together, PT and OT form the primary route for rehabilitation by retraining movement, promoting functional recovery, and teaching safety. Other treatments listed—chemotherapy, dialysis, and radiation therapy—are for cancer or organ failure and do not address rehabilitation after spinal cord injury.