spinal cord

A Study of 3 Biotechs – a Story of Hope, Potential and Partnerships

A Study Of 3 Biotechs – A Story Of Hope, Potential And Partnerships Athersys has a trial for MultiStem for use in patients suffering from ischemic stroke and also a trail going with Pfizer (PFE) for patients suffering from ulcerative colitis. Both are in Stage II clinical studies. Athersys has also submitted plans to … Read more on Seeking Alpha The Stem Cell Revolution Can Jump-Start Your Portfolio: Jason Kolbert In addition to heart disease, Mesoblast is pursuing degenerative disc disease (DDD) and spinal fusion, both local indications, and systemically, type 2 diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis, all with its mesenchymal precursor cells (MPCs). Athersys is … Read more on Trefis Read more... ...

Lindsay Lohan's Lawyer a 'liar'?

Lindsay Lohan's lawyer a 'liar'? She suffered no injury to her head whatsoever. "She did have bruised ribs, and she was very sore, but that was her only significant injury. "Lindsay had a CT scan of her head, neck, and spine and there was no injury. Not only that, but … The actress … Read more on Galway Bay FM Careful exercise is the key to maintaining a healthy, pain-free back No one knows exactly why that's true, but it could be that normal exercise strengthens muscles around the spine and makes it less susceptible to injury, Knaub said. That said … “It's very helpful for recovery and to prevent further recurrences if you … Read more on PennLive.com Read more... ...

'Get Jack Better' Event for Tyngsborough's Jack Trottier Is Saturday

...  Jack Better' event for Tyngsborough's Jack Trottier is Saturday These days, Jack continues on the rigorous, six-week rehabilitation program at the Shepherd Center in Atlanta, one of the nation's top facilities for treatment, research and rehabilitation of spinal cord injuries and brain injures. Jack's mom, Chris … Read more on Nashua Telegraph Robot-Assisted Walking Therapy for Veterans 22, 2013) – The Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center (MEDVAMC) provides robot-assisted walking therapy to help Veterans suffering from stroke, spinal cord injuries, as well as other neurologic conditions. “When I first entered the hospital, I was … Read more on Liberty Vindicator Read ...

World UTV Jump Record Set in Mesquite-Videos, Slideshows

...  UTV Jump Record Set in Mesquite-Videos, Slideshows The wars of the last ten years have left thousands of warriors with multiple injuries, including spinal cord injuries and loss of mobility.” Godfrey is a free spirit who still maintains supreme confidence—and a sense of humor—about his situation and … Read more on Mesquite Citizen Journal Greatbatch Incorporated's CEO Discusses Q4 2012 Results – Earnings Call … By the end of the year, production was moved in Switzerland to existing Greatbatch facilities in the US and Mexico and we expect to see the benefit throughout 2013. We now feel that the worse is behind ...

The Hard Work of Healing

...  hard work of healing She would start her day as a physical therapist, and then spend the remainder of it — following lunch to closing time — supervising and conducting administrative duties over a few physical therapy departments. The four patients she was scheduled to … Read more on San Angelo Standard Times Vote for YOUR unsung heroes with the Soldiering On Sunday Mirror Readers … Royal Marine Spencer Vaughan was left devastated when he suffered a spinal cord injury during an accident in training. … She moved from South Wales to Plymouth where Spencer is now part of the Hasler Company at HMS Drake, which provides recovery … Read more on Mirror.co.uk Read ...

Question Regarding Headaches and Physical Therapy?

Question by rachel??: Question regarding headaches and physical therapy? I have had a constant headache for over two years, with the pain toward the front/top of my head. Last month, I started physical therapy and doing neck exercises. The doctor explained to me that these neck exercises are moving the pain to the back of my head, and eventually to my neck. When that happens, the pain should become more manageable/controllable (sorry if that explanation is a little off). She didn’t specify how the pain “moves” backwards, and becomes controllable. Can someone please explain this to me? Best answer: Read more... ...

Deep Brain Stimulation May Help Ease Neuropathic Pain

...  brain stimulation may help ease neuropathic pain Stroke was the most common cause of neuropathic pain, followed by head and face pain, spinal disease, amputation, and injury to nerves from the upper spinal cord (brachial plexus). In 74 patients, a trial of DBS produced sufficient pain relief to … Read more on Times of India Treating Alzheimer's With Deep Brain Stimulation Among his many books and publications, he has authored Living with Stroke: A Guide for Families, Living with Brain Injury: A Guide for Families, The Spinal Cord Injury Handbook, and Beyond Please and Thank You: The Disability Awareness Handbook. Read more on The Atlantic Read ...