The Future of Treatments for Spinal Cord Injury

Spinal cord injury often causes paralysis below the level of injury, and, as their injury becomes chronic, patients can suffer from secondary ailments such as urinary tract infections, respiratory issues and depression. There is no cure for SCI, so the new research — which includes a brain-machine interface that helps paralyzed patients walk again — is welcome news for those in need of a better quality of life.