A spine-zapping implant helped 3 people with a muscle-wasting disease walk better
Researchers reported a spine-stimulating implant might aid neurodegenerative diseases like spinal muscle atrophy.
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Sheltering Arms uses voice-activated technology to help patients who have lost mobility regain control
The Sheltering Arms Institute recently employed innovative new technology that can help patients regain their independence.
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Spinal Cord Stimulation Improves Leg Strength and Walking in Adults with SMA
In a small human trial in SMA patients neurostimulation sessions improved motoneuron function, reduced fatigue, and improved leg muscle strength and walking.
How a tiny spinal implant could help those with muscle-wasting disease
How a tiny spinal implant could help those with muscle-wasting disease - Three people with a muscle-destroying disease got ...
Boy, 7, Sustains Serious Spinal Injury After a 256-lb. Ramp Falls on Him; 'He's Just so Little and so Confused' (Exclusive)
Jay Simpson's family and community are surrounding him in love after the little boy sustained a serious spinal surgery on Christmas Day.
Electrical stimulation and physical therapy the “secret sauce” in treatment of spinal cord injury
For many people, Superman actor Christopher Reeve was the first introduction to spinal cord injury. The attention to research ...
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How Christopher Reeve’s legacy lives on in how spinal cord injury patients are treated today
For many people, "Superman" actor Christopher Reeve was the first introduction to spinal cord injury. The attention to ...
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New technology helps spinal injury patients regain lost movement
A new FDA-approved device is bringing hope to people who have suffered spinal injuries and helping them regain function they ...
Edmonds woman calls newly approved spinal cord treatment a 'milestone moment' in recovery
UW Medicine is unveiling an FDA-approved spinal cord therapy in an effort to offer new hope for paralyzed patients.