Spinal cord research meetings take place on Fridays at noon. Please note: Some upcoming meetings will be held virtually over Zoom, while others will be in person. Contact the organizer for access to ...
Tethered spinal cord syndrome is a rare neurological disorder where the spinal cord is attached, or tethered, to the tissues around the spine. This tethering of the spinal cord restricts its movements ...
A good knowledge of the anatomy of the spine is essential for developing safe, evidence-based care. Abstract Back and neck pain are among the most common musculoskeletal complaints and a leading cause ...
Acute compression of the spinal cord is a devastating but treatable disorder. Diseases that cause acute spinal cord compression constitute a special category because they originate in the spinal ...
The diagnosis of a spinal cord tumor rightfully terrifies our patients, but it’s not just the tumor they worry about. They ...
Your spinal cord needs a steady blood supply to deliver oxygen and nutrients to the tissues. This blood helps the spinal cord cells send nerve impulses to the rest of your body. The impulses are ...
Adult-onset spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a rare neuromuscular disorder that primarily affects the motor neurons in the spinal cord, leading to muscle weakness and atrophy. SMA is part of a group ...
A contraceptive drug helps human nerve cells regenerate by unlocking their forgotten embryonic healing abilities.
Spinal muscular atrophy is a group of genetic disorders in which a person cannot control the movement of their muscles due to a loss of nerve cells in the spinal cord and brain stem. It is a ...
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A scientific breakthrough for spinal injuries is emerging in Brazil
Over 15 million people around the world live with a spinal cord injury, according to the World Health Organization. It’s a lifelong diagnosis that can permanently affect a patient's mobility. In ...
Your spinal cord has nerves that send signals or messages back and forth between your brain and the rest of your body. Spinal cord compression occurs when a mass places pressure on the cord. A mass ...
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