Cambridge Develops Innovative Spinal Cord Implants, Enhancing Treatment Prospects

A new device encircles the spinal cord, offering a comprehensive, less invasive approach to monitoring and potentially treating spinal injuries.

Researchers at the University of Cambridge have created a flexible electronic implant that wraps around the spinal cord, providing 360-degree monitoring.
The device's design minimizes the need for invasive brain surgeries, focusing treatment directly on the spinal injury.
Initial tests on animal and human cadaver models show promising results in stimulating limb movement and bypassing injury disruptions.
The technology, still in experimental stages, could revolutionize the understanding and treatment of spinal injuries and related conditions.
Future applications may include real-time spinal monitoring during surgeries, aiding in safer and more effective medical procedures.