Spinal Injuries

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

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

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