Thursday, November 09, 2006

Growth of spinal nerves is improved: Could play a role in spinal cord repair

Source: Harvard University
Date: November 9, 2006

Summary:

Nerves that control the highest level of voluntary movements have been isolated and secrets of their growth revealed for the first time. The discovery has researchers talking about new ways to treat ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease, and other paralyzing disorders, as well as regenerating spinal nerves that have been damaged by falls, crashes, and combat.