Tag: Current Biology
Magnet Device Aids in Spinal Cord Injury
Precisely timed nerve stimulation in patients with spinal cord injuries improved their ability to use their hands, at least temporarily, researchers reported.
The non-invasive process increased the amount of force patients could exert with a finger for up to 85 minutes, according to Monica Perez, PhD, and a colleague from the University of Pittsburgh.
After stimulation, patients could also complete a dexterity task more quickly than before, the researchers reported online in Current Biology.