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(c) Physiological interruption (commotio spinalis)
In this condition, the anatomical structures of the neural elements at the level of the
lesion have not suffered any definite damage and their anatomical arrangement is not
disorganized; only their conductive power is temporarily cut off, but this will recover
completely within hours or a few days. (See also Chapter on Regeneration.)
