Nutrition Module With Tables.pdf

Adequate dietary consumption is crucial for maintaining bone health in individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). Key points include:
- Age and gender predict total caloric intake, not level of injury.
- Individuals with SCI are at risk for malnutrition.
- Various screening tools are available for diagnosing dysphagia.
- Risk factors for dysphagia include tracheostomy, ventilator use, and increasing age.
- Tetraplegia is associated with altered glucose metabolism.
- Impaired gallbladder emptying is seen in diabetic and obese SCI individuals.
- Combined diet and exercise programs can help reduce weight without compromising health.
- Nutrition, exercise, and behavior modification programs can improve lean tissue and strength.
- Social participation and support are associated with better health and dietary satisfaction.
- Dietary counseling and consultation with a registered dietitian can improve lipid profiles.
- Supplementation with DHA and EPA can increase upper body strength and endurance.
- Vitamin D deficiency is prevalent in individuals with chronic SCI, and screening is recommended.
- Creatine supplementation may enhance exercise capacity in persons with complete tetraplegia.
- Whey protein and carbohydrate supplements can improve ambulation in persons with incomplete SCI.