spinal cord injury

Spinal implants let three people who were paralysed walk with support

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By Clare Wilson Three people who were completely paralysed from the waist down due to spinal cord injuries can now walk while using wheeled walking frames or crutches for support, thanks to implants that electrically stimulate nerves in their back and legs. “All three patients immediately after the surgery were able to stand up and … Read more

Florian Solzbacher interview: Mind-reading implant may soon go on sale

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The president of Blackrock Neurotech says the company’s brain-computer interface, designed for people who are paralysed, could be available in 2022 if regulators approve it Health 24 December 2021 By Clare Wilson Technology can read brain signals to control a computer Pakpoom Makpan/Shutterstock A brain implant that lets people who are unable to speak because … Read more