Spinal Cord Injuries

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Brain and Spinal Injury Victims May Find New Hope in Gene Therapy

04.19.2018

Of all the injuries that one can sustain in an auto accident, those relating to the brain and spine are usually the most devastating. In fact, many victims find themselves disabled or severely limited in their ability to work and earn money for their families after such an injury. Compensation, which may be owed to […]

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Stem Cell Grafts Improve Grasping Ability in Monkeys with Spinal Injuries

03.15.2018

Data indicates that there are approximately 17, 000 new spinal injury cases per year. Though experienced in varying degrees, these injuries typically result in at least some form of paralysis, which is often permanent. Scientists have been working hard to come up with a solution – some using drugs, others specific therapies, and still others […]

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Aquatic Therapy May Improve Outcomes for Spinal Injury Victims

06.15.2017

Spinal injury victims often have a long road of rehabilitation, and outcomes are never guaranteed. Thankfully, science has been working hard to improve the quality of life for these individuals. One prime example is the current project at Kennedy Krieger. Researchers there are studying the potential effect of aquatic therapy, hoping it will improve long-term […]

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Stem Cell Therapy is Giving Hope to Spinal Cord Injury Victims

09.27.2016

While any spinal cord injury can drastically diminish a victim’s quality of life, those that involve the cervical nerves can be especially devastating. Some of these victims suffer complete paralysis and need around-the-clock care. Others may retain the use of their arms or hands but still need assistance with basic daily living activities, such as […]

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How a Spinal Injury Registry Could Help Newly Injured Patients

04.08.2016

Spinal injuries are often the most devastating because they are capable of causing partial or complete paralysis and, depending on the location and severity, may require specialized lifetime treatment. Unfortunately, the data available to treat patients can be hard to come by for doctors. This can limit the understanding and even the potential outcomes. Advocates […]

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