A 32-year-old male is brought to the emergency department following a motorcycle accident. He is conscious but complains of severe neck pain and has reduced sensation in his arms. Physical examination reveals decreased strength in the upper extremities and hyperreflexia. Which of the following best describes the type of spinal cord injury this patient likely has?
The patient is displaying upper motor neuron (UMN) signs, such as hyperreflexia and muscle weakness, which are indicative of a cervical spinal cord injury. This injury level corresponds with the symptoms exhibited in the upper extremities.
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