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parsifal t1_j9g9prp wrote

This is incredible! And it sounds like they only have to receive the stimulation once a month? I figured it was continuous! That’s amazing.

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dillrepair t1_j9gyvx6 wrote

If this is what I think it is My understanding of this spinal stimulation technology from listening to some reports on bbc world service the other month is that it’s already been helping paralyzed people walk again… so yeah… it needs to be in use everywhere immediately. This is the kind of thing where we cannot restrict access based on money…. Everyone deserves a chance to restore full function if possible.

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HueGray t1_j9jl0zh wrote

As a fellow stroke survivor, this news is awesome. I’ve seen so many people in rehab, unable to regain their motor skills etc. this makes me so happy and also so grateful that my motor skills and everything else have almost recover from a stroke five months ago.

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Zaunpfahlwinker OP t1_j9losb4 wrote

That must have been really hard for you.. Very happy to hear that you almost fully recovered! Wishing you a successful and healthy journey ahead!

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ubcpsyc t1_j9iikd8 wrote

Don’t the motor end plates of muscle loose the ability to allow a contraction if the don’t see stimulation after about 6 months? How is this possible after 12 years?

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Iraptured60 t1_j9mxd3w wrote

It's called atrophy. If it's not being used, it shrinks & looses contractility. This is a wonderful treatment that will benefit anyone that is in need. Now the after 12 yrs part....not sure. Let me click on the link.

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