Scientists Developed New Therapy That Reverses Paralysis, Promotes 'Functional Recovery' From Spinal Cord Injury

Medicine & Technology Nov 14, 2021

Researchers from Northwestern University have developed a new therapy that promotes "functional recovery" in mice with paralysis, a breakthrough that might be applicable to humans.

4-Inches Cement Discovered in a Man's Heart; How Did the Stone Get There?

Oct 05, 2021

A new study discovered a mysterious cement located inside the heart of a patient.

Brain Condition Treatment May Be Possible As New Study Finds Immune Cells That Shield Brain, Spinal Cord Comes from Skull

Jun 07, 2021

In a recent study, the Washington University School of Medicine researchers found that immune cells that shield the brain and spinal cord come mainly from the skull.

New Treatment Will Help People With Spinal Cord Injury Regain Hand and Arm Function

Jan 13, 2021

Researchers from the University of Washington developed a new treatment that will help people with spinal cord injury regain their hand and arm functionality.

Itch, Pain Sensing Neurons Closely Related

Feb 24, 2017

Earlier the Neurons in the spinal cord was believed to be itch-specific but a recent study concludes that Itch Neurons in Mouse Spinal Cords Can Sense Pain and manage it.

Scientists Now Creating 3D Neural Circuits for Implantation in Spinal Cord Victims

Apr 02, 2015

Creating 3D Neural Circuits for Research, Implantation