Tethered spinal cord is a neurological condition in which the spinal cord is attached which limits the movement of the spinal cord within the spinal column. The spinal cord can be abnormally stretched which can cause neurological symptoms.
Symptoms in children include:
-leisons, hair patches, dimples, and fatty tumors on the lower back
-foot and spinal deformities
-low back pain
-scoliosis
-incontinence
Symptoms in undiagnosed adults include:
-motor and sensory problems
-loss of bowel control
-loss of bladder control
Imaging procedures include plain xrays, CT, and MRI, with MRI being the better imaging modality.
Treatment is generally surgical repair.
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