Spinal cord injury / edited by Joost Verhaagen and John W. McDonald.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Verhaagen, Joost.

McDonald, John W.

Series:

Handbook of clinical neurology ; 0072-9752 3rd ser., v. 109.

Handbook of clinical neurology ; vol. 109

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Spinal cord--Wounds and injuries.

Spinal cord.

Spinal Cord Injuries.

Medical Subjects:

Spinal Cord Injuries.

Genre:

Internet Resources.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Edinburgh ; New York : Elsevier, 2012.

System Details:

text file

Summary:

Spinal Cord Injuries, the newest volume in the Handbook of Clinical Neurology series, offers a comprehensive and detailed overview of the rapidly evolving science and treatment of spinal cord injury. Advances in neuroimaging, surgical treatment and application of electrical stimulation are dramatically impacting the treatment and outcome of these injuries. It provides a clear introduction to the core science of spinal cord injury, as well as to exciting research investigating new treatment options. Coverage includes brain-machine interfaces, transcranial stimulation, new pharmacological strategies, use of olfactory ensheathing cells, stem cells and precursor cells, gene therapy and molecular target discovery. This volume is a great resource for neuroscience and clinical neurology research specialists and practicing neurologists seeking a clear reference to the science and treatment of spinal cord injury. Comprehensive coverage of the latest scientific understanding of spinal cord injuries Detailed coverage of current treatment best practices and potential future treatments Connects leading edge research programs to future treatment opportunities.

Contents:

Section 1. Developmental and anatomical perspectives

section 2. Diagnosis and prognosis

section 3. Acute spinal cord injury : medical, surgical, and rehabilitative management

section 4. Chronic spinal cord injury : the changing perspective of neurorestorative rehabilitation, activity-based and surgical restoration therapies

section 5. Preclinical research : bridging the gap between bench and bedside.

Notes:

Includes index.

Title from publisher's Web site; (ScienceDirect; viewed on Oct. 31, 2012).

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Other Format:

Print version: Spinal cord injury.

ISBN:

0444521372

9780444521378

9780444535078

0444535071

OCLC:

815520905

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