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1. The highest complete SCI level that can live independently without the aid of an attendant is C6.
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<br/>2. Feeding is accomplished with a universal cuff for utensils. Transfers require stabilization of elbow extension.
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<br/>3. Bowel care is performed using a suppository inserter or other apparatus for digital stimulation.
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<br/>4. Outcome studies indicate that for self-care tasks, less than 20% are independent.
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<br/>5. C7 level is the usual level for achieving independence.


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[[Category:Spinal Cord Injury]]
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