Canadian family physician Médecin de famille canadien
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To describe prescribing patterns for 3 common complications associated with spinal cord injury (SCI) and to provide family doctors with strategies for optimizing the care of patients with SCI. ⋯ To provide optimal treatment to patients with SCI, family doctors are encouraged to engage in open communication with them about prescription medications, including aspects of cost, polypharmacy, and therapeutic substitutions. Family physicians should also explore interprofessional collaboration with SCI specialists and allied health providers to provide patients with nonpharmacologic strategies tailored to their activity levels and nutritional needs. The Actionable Nuggets mobile app provides family doctors with brief, actionable, evidence-based information on the top 20 health concerns associated with SCI.