Scientists from Trinity College Dublin are assessing how the development of spinal ligaments provide mechanical stability and ...

A Swiss research center is trying to use innovative technology to help restore bodily functions for paralyzed patients—and even help Parkinson's patients walk smoothly again.

People with spinal muscle atrophy (SMA), an inherited neuromuscular disease, usually experience muscle weakness that impacts movement. New research suggests that electrical spinal cord stimulation ...

Spinal cord circuitry, not the brain, controls reflexes for smooth movements, as revealed in a study. This could pave the way for newer neurological disorder therapies.

After a spinal cord injury, nearby cells quickly rush to action, forming protective scar tissue around the damaged area to stabilize and protect it. But over time, too much scarring can prevent nerves ...

Spinal Cord Anatomy The spinal cord is a vital part of the central nervous system, along with your brain. It’s around 50 centimeters long, though the length may vary in different individuals.

Applying red-light therapy to a damaged spinal cord protects and regenerates nerve cells, leading to a return of motor and sensory function, according to new research. The treatment could expand ...

A recent Four Corners episode questioned the use of surgically implanted devices called spinal cord stimulators for chronic back pain. Here’s what the evidence says.

Anatomical Sciences Core Courses The core curriculum of the MS in Applied Anatomy program includes four courses that represent 17 credit hours: gross anatomy, histology, neuroanatomy, and embryology.

After a spinal cord injury (SCI), life can throw some serious curveballs, sparking questions and fears about your new normal. For men, some of the biggest concerns have to do with erectile dysfunction ...

The spinal cord stimulator is set to begin rolling out in the European Union in the coming months, as Medtronic announced Friday that it has received CE mark approval. It hasn’t yet earned ...