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Dr. Clarice Nicole Sinn, DO is a pediatric physiatrist in Dallas, TX specializing in pediatric rehabilitation medicine, general pediatrics, physiatry (physical medicine & rehabilitation) and general practice. She graduated from Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2009 and has 15 years of experience. Dr. Clarice Nicole Sinn, DO is affiliated with Children's Health (Texas), UT Southwestern Medical Center, Children's Health System and Children’s Health Specialty Center Cityville.
2222 Medical District Drive Suite 210
Dallas, TX 75235
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal cord injury medicine is a branch of medicine that treats damage to the spinal cord from an injury or a nontraumatic myelopathy, which is any disorder that affects the spinal area. The spinal cord is a section of nerve tissue protected by the vertebrae (spinal bones). Trauma to the spinal cord, typically caused by compression or bent vertebrae, prevents the body and brain from communicating. This can result in pain, loss of sensation, and impaired physical function and movement. Acute spinal cord injuries (SCIs) are a leading cause of permanent disability. Spinal cord injuries may develop from accidents or myelopathies, disorders that provoke spinal compression. Traumatic incidents such as falls, sports injuries, vehicle accidents, and bullet or stab wounds can cause an acute spinal cord injury.
Spinal cord injury medicine seeks to stabilize the spine and to alleviate the symptoms of spine damage. Practitioners of spinal cord injury medicine are called spinal cord injury specialists. Spinal cord injury medicine is an interdisciplinary field, meaning physicians of various specialties may be trained to treat spinal cord injuries.
Damage to the spinal cord may initially be diagnosed through X-ray, MRI, or CT scans. Patients can also undergo spinal exams to evaluate their sensory ability and strength. Injuries to the spinal cord can be complete (no feeling or sensation) or incomplete (some feeling or sensation remains). Conditions spinal cord injury medicine specialists may treat include:
Treatment for spinal cord injuries often involves surgery, either directly after an injury occurs or at a later date. Surgery for spine injuries is intended to ease spinal compression and stabilize the spine. Surgical procedures can involve shifting vertebrae, removing bone, or altering spinal placement with implantable devices. Patients with significant spinal trauma may require urgent surgical intervention.
Surgical treatments can be complemented by rehabilitative physical therapy to improve mobility. Spinal cord injury specialists also treat complications arising from a spinal injury, such as respiratory or bladder conditions. Some patients with spinal cord injuries may require lifelong treatment. Spinal cord injury specialists aim to help these patients successfully adjust and lead an improved quality of life. An emerging treatment for spinal cord injuries is neural prosthetics, which replicate patients' lost nerve function. Neural prostheses may be used as artificial body parts or assistive devices that patients may cognitively control. Other assistive devices include wheelchairs and scooters.
Spinal cord injury specialists may collaborate with physical therapists, radiologists, neurologists, urologists, and orthopedists.
Dr. Clarice Nicole Sinn, DO graduated from Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2009. She completed residency at University of Kansas Medical Center - Kansas City. She is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehab and has a state license in Texas.
Medical School: Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine (2009)
Residency: University of Kansas Medical Center - Kansas City (2013)
Board Certification: American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehab
Licensed In: Texas
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Clarice Nicole Sinn, DO. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Medtronic USA, Inc. |
$1,573
SYNCHROMED $1,573 |
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Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc |
$594
DYSPORT $475 |
Dysport 300 U-1 $119 |
Saol Therapeutics Inc. |
$38
DYSPORT $38 |
Food and Beverage | $1,247 |
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Travel and Lodging | $958 |
Dr. Claice Sinn specializes in pediatric rehabilitation medicine, general practice, and general pediatrics and practices in Houston, TX and Dallas, TX. After attending Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine for medical school, she completed her residency training at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Areas of expertise for Dr. Sinn include spinal cord injury, intensive care, and acute care. She has received the following distinctions: Texas Rising Stars and Texas Monthly Super Doctors, Rising Star. Her professional affiliations include Children's Health (Texas) and UT Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Sinn welcomes new patients at her office inDallas, TX as reported by Yext.