Spinal Injuries
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Sciences & Technology
Predicting risk of spinal fracture using bioengineering
Researchers have developed a first-of-its-kind predictive tool for spinal fracture in people who have osteoporosis, including activities and spinal joints that carry higher risk
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Health & Medicine
Reanimating hand movement after spinal cord injury
A study by the University of Melbourne and Austin Health has found that nerve transfer surgery for people suffering tetraplegia after a traumatic spinal cord injury can improve independence
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Health & Medicine
Spinal patients sing to breathe easy in virtual world
Researchers are using virtual reality technology and music therapy to get quadriplegics singing together for their health