mJOA Score

Learn about the mJOA Score, a crucial tool for assessing spinal cord injuries and planning effective treatments.

By Russell Tan on Aug 2, 2025.

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The mJOA score is used to evaluate the severity of spinal cord injuries, particularly in cases of cervical myelopathy, and to assess the functional status of patients with cervical back before and after treatment.

The mJOA score is calculated by assessing motor function in the upper and lower extremities, sensory function, and bladder control. Each category is assigned a specific point value that reflects the patient's degree of impairment.

A low mJOA score indicates severe impairment and a greater extent of neurological dysfunction, suggesting that the patient may require more intensive treatment and management strategies.