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Paralysis and Spinal Cord Injury Medical Expert Interviews

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David Chen, MD Read Bio

Medical Director, Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Program, Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

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What role does “compression” play in a spinal cord injury?
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What is meant by an “incomplete” spinal cord injury?
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What is meant by a "complete" spinal cord injury?
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What are the chances of regaining feeling and mobility after a spinal cord injury?
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How long does it usually take for feeling and movement to return after a spinal cord injury?
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What is a spinal cord injury?
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Why is the level of a spinal cord injury important?
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How does the spinal cord work?
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What does stem-cell research on animals tell us?
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What is a “physiatrist”?
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What factors are important in choosing a rehabilitation facility after a spinal cord injury?
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What is the “Spinal Cord Injury Model Systems” program?
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Why are high-dose steroids often used right after an injury?
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What are the most promising new treatments for spinal cord injuries?
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What are the latest developments in the use of electrical stimulation for spinal cord injuries?
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What is “Braingate” research?
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How would stem-cell therapies work in the treatment of spinal cord injuries?
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When can we expect stem-cell treatments to become available for spinal cord injuries?
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How soon after a spinal cord injury should surgery be performed?
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How promising are stem-cell treatments in countries outside the US ?
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Is it common to experience neuropathic pain after a spinal cord injury?
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What kind of surgery is common after a spinal cord injury?
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