Research into the biomechanics of spinal cord injury encompasses investigations into the fundamental mechanical properties of neural tissues, as well as the development of sophisticated computational ...

Spinal cord injury (SCI) poses a formidable challenge not only for those directly affected but also for their informal caregivers. The dramatic alterations in mobility and independence following SCI ...

After a spinal cord injury, nearby cells quickly rush to action, forming protective scar tissue around the damaged area to stabilize and protect it. But over time, too much scarring can prevent nerves ...

Researchers have built a realistic human mini spinal cord in the lab and used it to simulate traumatic injury. The model reproduced key damage seen in real spinal cord injuries, including inflammation ...

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) of the lateral hypothalamus (LH) improves walking and promotes recovery in patients with spinal cord injury (SCI), new research showed. This intervention excites ...

Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Your spinal cord can make its own memories independent of your brain, neuroscientists have found. The discovery opens up ...

Injuries in the central nervous system (CNS)—such as those in the spinal cord—trigger glial scar formation, which inhibits nerve regeneration from healthy neurons surrounding the damage. This results ...

Spinal stenosis refers to the narrowing of the spinal canal, which is the space in the center of the vertebrae containing the spinal cord and nerve roots. At its most severe or final stage — known as ...

UAB Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Fellowship Program’s Mission is to produce competent and autonomous practicing physicians who are well trained to care for a variety of patients with spinal cord ...