Electrical Device Helps Paralyzed Men Move Legs
From: Medical Design Technology - 04/08/2014
By: Maria Cheng

Three years ago, doctors reported that zapping a paralyzed man's spinal cord
with electricity allowed him to stand and move his legs. Now they've done the
same with three other patients, suggesting their original success was no
fluke.

Experts say it's a promising development but warn that the experimental
treatment isn't a cure. When the implanted device is activated, the men can
wiggle their toes, lift their legs and stand briefly. But they aren't able to
walk and still use wheelchairs to get around.

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http://www.mdtmag.com/news/2014/04/electrical-device-helps-paralyzed-men-move-legs

Links:
Claudia Angeli
http://louisville.edu/kscirc/bios/claudia-angeli-ph-d.html

Southridge grad Rob Summers still battling paralysis, still inspiring others
http://www.oregonlive.com/beaverton/index.ssf/2013/06/southridge_grad_rob_summers_st.html