A brief overview of spinal cord injury, more commonly known as SCI, including its causes, effects and the latest treatments.

Dec 5, 2006 - Megan Abrams

Biomaterials, with the aid of nanomedicine and stem cells, are the key elements in restoring CNS disorders.

Aug 20, 2011 - Dinah JL Novak

The spinal cord is part of the Central Nervous System and is connected to the brain.

Jan 24, 2009 - Nicole Marks

The common dye, Brilliant Blue G, that makes M & Ms and Gatorade Blue, blocks the damage of ATP released after spinal cord injuries. BBG is a promising treatment.

Jul 29, 2009 - Art Ayers

Suicide was the thought that plagued Reeve as the reality of his paralyzed condition sunk into his consciousness. Thankfully, for those needing inspiration, Reeve lived.

Aug 13, 2008 - Jeannie Delahunt

Clinical trials have started in the US using human embryonic stem cells to treat spinal cord injury.

Nov 23, 2010 - Veronica Mitchell

The center axis of the body is the spinal column, 26 bones encasing the spinal cord and defining the entries and exits for many nerves in and out of the nervous system.

Sep 12, 2009 - Kenneth Rosen

The brain and spinal column (CNS) are the control center and communications network for the body. Injuries to these organs can result in serious long-term effects.

Aug 10, 2009 - Linda Mundorff

Stem cell research is advancing fast and umbilical cord stem cells can be collected and kept in cord blood storage facilities for future therapeutic use.

Nov 26, 2010 - Veronica Mitchell

Degenerative changes in the spine due to aging can lead to cervical spinal stenosis. Information about the cause, symptoms, and treatment of stenosis.

Apr 20, 2010 - Carol Wiley

A common cause of low back pain in people over age 50 is lumbar spinal stenosis that causes pressure on the spinal nerves or spinal cord.

Apr 19, 2010 - Carol Wiley

Lower back pain is the most common back complaint in individuals aged 30 to 60 years. There are several causes that relate to the structure of the spine and back.

Jun 27, 2009 - Noreen Kassem

Two years after acute, uncomplicated lumbar disk herniation, there is no difference in outcomes between surgical treatment and conservative management.

Oct 1, 2009 - Stephen Allen Christensen

Birth injury, or birth trauma, is on the minds of many expectant moms. Fortunately, nearly half of all birth injuries are preventable. Here's info every mom should know.

Sep 25, 2009 - Marcy Paulson

Understanding the mechanisms of fatal and nonfatal catastrophic injuries sustained in the sport of baseball can help reduce these injuries.

Apr 21, 2009 - Terry Zeigler

Catastrophic injuries in cheerleaders are on the rise as girls and young women compete for prestigious spots on high school, college, and private teams.

Mar 31, 2009 - Terry Zeigler

Explosive devices produce multi-trauma injuries seldom seen outside combat. The brain is particularly vulnerable to injury, leading to traumatic brain injuries (TBI).

Jan 20, 2010 - Susan Hance

Bodysurfing and wave related spinal cord injuries occur each year. Understanding the common mechanisms of injury along with educating the public can reduce injuries.

May 22, 2009 - Terry Zeigler

As serious and catastrophic injuries continue to be reported in the media, attention is drawn to how to better train and prepare cheer coaches to respond.

Aug 27, 2010 - Terry Zeigler

Athletes are finding relief from body aches and pains as well as recovery from injuries and surgeries when incorporating reflexology into their routines.

Apr 13, 2010 - Amy Kreydin