We start with nutrition because it's basic to health no matter what is going on in your body systems.

     While you are in the hospital, you will probably find that one of the most annoying things is that everyone will keep after you about your weight. It seems they are never satisfied -you are too thin, or you are too heavy, but never "just right".

     There are good reasons for this. If you are very much underweight and eat a poorly balanced diet, you are more likely to develop pressure sores. Also, you may not have enough energy to keep you going through a busy day of therapy. If you are overweight, you will find it more difficult moving and doing transfers. If you have surplus flesh where you shouldn't, you will have more skin irritation.

     You should begin by comparing your present dietary habits with your habits prior to your injury.