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Spinal electrodes overcome paralysis

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Posted 2011-May-20, 07:12

Over the years we've seen reports of the development of computerized equipment to assist the paralyzed regain control of movement. BBC news reports a fascinating new advance: Paralysed man can stand and move his legs again

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Mr Summers: The moment I stood up, I was in disbelief.

A US man who was paralysed from the chest down after being hit by a car is now able to stand with electrical stimulation of his spinal cord.

Rob Summers, from Oregon, said standing on his own was "the most amazing feeling".

He can voluntarily move his toes, hips, knees and ankles and also walk on a treadmill while being supported, according to research in the Lancet.

The man was an athlete, but had been paralyzed for four years after being injured by a hit-and-run driver. It will be interesting to see how far he progresses and how well this approach works for others.
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