CERVICAL
REGION (C3 - C8):
Functions
of the body generally affected by injury to the C3 to C8 levels
include those of the diaphragm, deltoids and biceps of the arms,
wrist extenders, triceps, and hand.
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| Rosie
Talamantes, Latina Scientist |
Cervical
(neck) injuries generally result in quadriplegia. C-5 injuries
often result in shoulder and biceps control, but no control
at the wrist or hand. C-6 injuries generally yield wrist control,
but no hand function.
Individuals
with C-7 and T-1 injuries can straighten their arms but still
may have dexterity problems with the hand and fingers.
Famous
people with spinal cord injuries
