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Drinking and spinal cord injury.

J H Frisbie, C G Tun

    The Journal of the American Paraplegia Society
    |October 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary

    Alcohol consumption is common in spinal cord injury (SCI) patients but often reversible. Understanding reasons for remission can guide effective therapeutic interventions for these individuals.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neuroscience
    • Addiction Medicine
    • Rehabilitation Medicine

    Background:

    • Spinal cord injury (SCI) frequently co-occurs with alcohol consumption.
    • Understanding the patterns and reversibility of alcohol use in SCI patients is crucial for comprehensive care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To determine the incidence and course of alcohol consumption in individuals with spinal cord injury.
    • To identify the primary causes and patterns of remission from alcohol use in this population.

    Main Methods:

    • A cohort of 137 spinal cord injury patients was interviewed.
    • Data collected included alcohol consumption history, duration of paralysis, and reasons for remission.

    Main Results:

    • 74% of SCI patients consumed alcohol, averaging six drinks daily for 23 years.
    • Remission from alcohol use occurred in 45 patients, averaging nine years.
    • Common remission reasons included health concerns, worsening disability, and medical complications.

    Conclusions:

    • Alcohol consumption is prevalent but reversible in spinal cord injury patients.
    • Therapeutic strategies informed by remission factors may improve outcomes.
    • Further research into interventions targeting alcohol use in SCI is warranted.

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