As spinal cord injuries increasingly affect older adults, new research reveals a surprising pattern in recovery. The study ...

Researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have discovered that targeting a specific immune process ...

Back or spinal decompression refers to a group of treatments used to relieve pressure on spinal discs. A healthcare professional may recommend surgical and nonsurgical therapies for decompression.

Bottom line: This study found that, in rats, acute nerve injuries that may recover can be distinguished from those that are unlikely to recover based on the response to intraoperative electrical nerve ...

There is at present no quick, reliable, and evidence-based way of evaluating the extent of nerve damage and need for surgical intervention after a patient experiences an acute injury. Subscribe to our ...