Monthly Archives: November 2009
Judge says handicapped Manville man can get gun permit
There is “no reason” James Cap, a quadriplegic who is physically unable to hold a gun or pull a trigger, should be denied a...
2009 Holiday Gift Guide for People in Wheelchairs
Don't be intimidated when shopping for a gift for someone in a wheelchair this holiday season. We gathered some top-notch ideas from wheelchair users...
Tackling Paraplegia
Reconstructing the neuronal circuitry of a damaged spine looks like a much closer goal now.
Embryonic Stem Cell Therapy Restores Walking Ability In Rats With Neck Injuries
The first human embryonic stem cell treatment approved by the FDA for human testing has been shown to restore limb function in rats with...
Hans Keirstead: Stem Cells Restore Mobility in Neck-Injured Rats (UC Irvine)
http://youtu.be/0g908rplos8
UCI's Hans Keirstead discusses how embryonic stem cell therapy restores walking ability in rats with neck injuries. Video by Kerrin Piche Serna, University Communications.
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New approach to prevent spinal cord damage
Washington, Nov 8(ANI): Scientists from Weill Cornell Medical College have suggested a new approach to prevent paralysis following a spinal cord injury.
They believe that...
Son’s diving accident leads to family business
Kinnelon couple founds clinic to help spinal-cord injury victims
When Darren Templeton walks again, his family is going to be right behind him.
His parents, Cynthia...
Spinal injury patients get aggressive therapy
Center in Southfield is building a niche
With clients coming from as far away as Switzerland, and others traveling two to four hours for workouts,...
Undauntable spirit
Despite a spinal cord injury that rendered her a quadriplegic, Melissa Nunn's determination and optimism are an inspiration to everyone around her.
Melissa Nunn was...
Scientists devise early treatment for spine injury
CHICAGO (Reuters) - Injecting tiny polymer spheres into rats right after a spinal cord injury helped the animals recover movement and prevented secondary nerve...
