Types of stem cells: From embryos to adults
Although they're not a cure for any condition, stem cells can assist in the treatment of certain conditions. Despite the fact that stem cell...
Facts about spinal injuries can reduce first aid fear
Before doing so, immobilize the head as much as possible using rolled up shirts, blankets or towels and check for neck and back injuries....
Sexuality and Spinal Cord Injury
Maintaining a healthy sex life after spinal cord injury is an important priority to many people. Fortunately, over the past few years a large...
Celebrity-Designed Ties
Silk ties sold exclusively in J.C. Penney department stores that are inspired by drawings contributed by celebrity friends of Christopher and Dana Reeve as...
About SCI
Injury to the spinal cord (the nerves that carry most messages from the brain to the body and vice versa) in the neck or...
Choosing a Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Hospital
Choosing a Rehabilitation facility for someone who has had a catastrophic injury is one of the most important and difficult decisions you may face....
Rehabilitation Process of Persons With Spinal Cord Injury
Rehabilitation Process of Persons With Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal cord injury (SCI) can occur at any time to any individual. Acute SCI is an...
Preclinical And Clinical Testing Of New Therapies
Researchers have identified a wide variety of potential therapies for spinal cord injury. To efficiently evaluate these therapies, however, investigators need to carry out...
ACUTE MANAGEMENT
The emergency medical care system is the patient's point of entry into the medical care system. The goal during this period is for...
HOPE FOR THE FUTURE
Generally, the earlier recovery begins and the more rapid its progress, the better the prognosis. In scientific studies, most recovery occurs during the first...
