People who break their backs or suffer a spinal trauma are unable to stand or move even though their legs still work, because the signal which connects their brain to their muscles is disconnected. An international team of scientists may have found a way to bypass the injury and reconnect the brain signals to electrodes at an undamaged part of the spine. The scientists created a device which mimics the natural communication of the brain and muscles, stimulating the nerves in the spine. The device has already worked in the brains of primates, and the team of scientists are hopeful it will work for humans as well.
This device can reconnect the brain with the muscles of paralyzed people
More of Today's Solutions
Spray-on powder developed in South Korea stops severe bleeding in just one se...
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Stopping life-threatening bleeding often comes down to a matter of seconds. Now, scientists in South Korea may have ...
Read MoreOnly have 10 minutes? This quick burst of exercise may cut your cancer risk
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM We already know working out is good for your heart, your waistline, and your mental state. But it ...
Read MoreStudy confirms you slow degenerative aging by picking up the pace
It’s no surprise that maintaining an active lifestyle is linked to staving off age-related diseases such as heart damage, memory loss, and cognitive decline. ...
Read MoreInclusive learning through play: Lego introduces braille bricks for vision-im...
Here at The Optimist Daily, we often tout the many wonderful initiatives spearheaded by well-known Danish toymaker Lego. From its commitment to sustainable practices, its ...
Read More
