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New hope for spinal cord injury sufferers

Adult neurons can still regenerate as long as 15 months after a spinal cord injury, according to new research.A study, published by... Read More...

Therapy helps man overcome brain trauma injury

An Australian man has made a vast recovery from a traumatic brain injury through physiotherapy, psychology and speech therapy.On October... Read More...

Pioneering back surgery cures woman's paralysis

A woman paralysed after sneezing can now walk again thanks to pioneering back surgery, which corrected her spinal injury.Victoria Kenny,... Read More...

NFL agree to reveal head injury figures

National Football League (NFL) commissioner Roger Goodell has agreed to turn over medical records to America's House Judiciary Committee... Read More...

3.9m given to spinal cord injury research

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) researcher, James Krause, has been given more than $3.9 million (£2.4 million) for... Read More...

Brain injury soldiers suffer 'lower quality of life'

Soldiers that have suffered vision loss as a result of traumatic brain injuries sustained in conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan have... Read More...

Spinal injury surgery improved with x-ray based navigation

Ziehm Imaging and BrainLAB have extended their cooperation to assist surgeons in the intra-operative guidance of pedicle screw and... Read More...

Study finds possible treatment for spinal injury

Researchers at Children's Hospital Boston report that an enzyme known as Mst3b could be used in treating stroke, spinal cord damage... Read More...

Tailored approach to physical therapy could be "key to greater recovery"

New research suggests a tailored approach to physical therapy after a neurological injury such as a stroke, traumatic brain injury... Read More...

Boxer in hospital with brain injury

Light-middleweight boxer Jason Rushton was rushed to hospital after suffering brain injury in a fight on Friday night.The fight between... Read More...

Spinal cord injury treatments 'could be based on inflammatory response'

Dealing with inflammatory responses to spinal cord injuries could be the key to reducing pain, it has been suggested.Researchers at... Read More...

Research firm "honoured" to help brain injury patients

Supporting brain injury sufferers is an "honour", according to a firm that has been awarded a contract to aid an organisation... Read More...

'Brain injury crisis' in high-impact sports

There is a brain injury "crisis" occurring in high-impact sports, it has been claimed.Boston University School of Medicine's... Read More...

Brain injury nurses "miracle workers"

Nurses who helped a brain injury patient in his rehabilitation programme have been described as "miracle workers".Lee Woodruff,... Read More...

Spinal injury-suffering rugby player 'will need three months of rehab'

A rugby union player who has suffered a spinal injury faces surgery and a three-month rehabilitation programme, it has been reported.England... Read More...

Spinal cord injury recovery 'improved with low-carb, high-fat diet'

Scientists researching spinal cord injuries have found a high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet could speed up the healing process.The study... Read More...

Students warned: Drink-driving leads to spinal cord injuries

A new spinal cord injuries campaign is aiming to warn students of the "ripple effect" of drink-driving, it has been reported.The... Read More...

Brain injury incident "scary scene"

A recent brain injury on a sports field was a "scary scene", it has been reported.American football player Timothy Robinson... Read More...

New brain injury treatment centre 'will transform lives'

A new service for people who have suffered brain injuries such as strokes will get them back on their feet, it has been stated.The... Read More...

Brain injury patient 'wants to aid other survivors'

A brain injury patient has made it his mission to help other sufferers, it has been stated.Blaise Evers was involved in a car accident... Read More...

Traumatic brain injury patients 'enjoy fishing'

A group of traumatic brain injury patients have included fishing sessions as part of their rehabilitation, it has been reported.David... Read More...

Spinal injury sufferers 'need painkillers before physical rehab'

When rehabilitating spinal injury patients, it is important to offer painkillers before attempting movement-based techniques, it has... Read More...

Brain injury patient: Kayaking made big impact on my recovery

A brain injury sufferer has credited some of his initial recovery to the learning process involved in kayaking.Speaking to the Washington... Read More...

Spinal cord injury equipment 'has made a difference'

A spinal cord injury patient has improved her quality of life through using a piece of exercise equipment, it has been claimed.Madonna... Read More...

Spinal injury-suffering TV star: Life is back to normal

A spinal injury sufferer with a number of television presenting credits is relieved her life has "returned to normal".Writing... Read More...

Acquired brain injury centre 'will offer specialist care'

Acquired brain injury patients will be able to take advantage of specialist care at a new rehabilitation centre, it has been reported.Wearside... Read More...

Acquired brain injury support groups 'improve quality of life'

Acquired brain injury (ABI) sufferers can improve their quality of life if they are rehabilitated through a support group, if one expert... Read More...

Spinal cord injury patient 'making slow progress'

The mother of a spinal cord injury patient is having to rely on lip-reading to communicate with her son as he makes slow progress in... Read More...

Brain injury patient: Passengers have speed responsibility

A brain injury sufferer has claimed passengers have a responsibility to tell drivers to slow down.Eight years ago, Garrett Doyle was... Read More...

New brain injury centre 'will aid wounded troops and car crash victims'

People who have suffered brain injuries in a car crash or while serving in the army will see their care improved thanks to a new facility,... Read More...

Spinal injury sufferer 'planning sporting comeback'

A sportswoman is gearing-up for her comeback after recovering from a spinal injury, it has been reported.Stephanie Goodall, a 16-year-old... Read More...

Traumatic brain injuries rehab on the agenda at medical meeting

Methods of rehabilitation for traumatic brain injuries are set to be on the agenda at an upcoming medical summit.The American Association... Read More...

Stem cell study 'could affect future brain injury treatments'

Scientists have speculated the latest research into stem cells could have a bearing on future treatments for brain injuries.Staff at... Read More...

Scientists discover potential brain injury treatment

Scientists may have taken a significant step down the road to a treatment for certain brain injuries.Duke Medical Centre researchers... Read More...

Spinal cord injury sufferer 'defies doctors to run again'

A man with a spinal cord injury has urged others with the ailment to defy doctors and walk again, according to a report.Lee Miller... Read More...

Brain injury patient 'gets pedalling to help other sufferers'

A man who suffered a brain injury made it his mission to help others who have been struck down with the illness, it has been asserted.... Read More...

Spinal injury sufferer: Anything is possible through hard work

A spinal injury sufferer set to take on a gruelling challenge has revealed hard work and the support of her friends will drive her... Read More...

Spinal injury sufferer 'set for Premier League bow'

A footballer who suffered a spinal injury is set to pull on his boots in the Premier League for the first time.Frenchman Gabriel Obertan... Read More...

Brain injury sufferer 'battles back after family support'

A man who suffered a brain injury has cited the support of his family and friends as a key reason for his recovery.Laurie McGinty was... Read More...

Superman actor 'reminder of importance of spinal cord injury cure'

The upcoming anniversary of Christopher Reeve's death should remind people of the importance of finding cures for spinal cord injuries,... Read More...

Brain injury sufferer urges skiers: Wear a helmet

Skiers have been urged to think about their safety and wear a helmet to avoid traumatic brain injury, it has been reported.Benjamin... Read More...

Brain injury sufferer 'making miraculous recovery'

A fire fighter who suffered a brain injury is making miraculous strides down the road to recovery, according to his family.Israel Stratton... Read More...

Scientists 'must stay focused on finding spinal cord injury cure'

Spinal cord injury researchers must continue to drive forward in their quest to find a cure, it has been asserted.Charity founder Nick... Read More...

Brain injury charity event "huge triumph"

An event aimed at boosting the coffers of a charity which helps those with brain injuries has been hailed as a "huge triumph".Some... Read More...

Brain injury sufferer 'campaigns for better skiing safety'

An Olympic skier who suffered a brain injury has urged other snow-sport enthusiasts to do all they can to avoid following in his footsteps.Dave... Read More...

Sports players 'should be forced to quit games to avoid brain injuries'

Sports players should be forced to sit out the rest of a match if they suffer a concussion to lessen the risk of a brain injury, it... Read More...

Spinal injury sufferer hails energy treatment

A sufferer of a spinal injury has significantly reduced her symptoms through alternative methods, according to a report.Lee Benton... Read More...

Under-19s 'more susceptible to brain injury'

Participants in high-impact sports under the age of 19 are more susceptible to brain injury, it has been asserted.Dr Edward Reisman... Read More...

Spinal injuries 'can be avoided by warming up'

Those taking part in physical exercise should warm up to avoid spinal injury, it has been asserted.Activities ranging from taking part... Read More...

TV star 'lends support to spinal injury sufferer'

TV racing pundit Clare Balding is among the celebrities set to lend their support to a spinal injury sufferer.Paul Stewart is paralysed... Read More...