Spinal Cord Injury Journal

Spinal Cord Injury Whiteboard Video from Americans for Cures

Written by Spinal Cord Team | June 19, 2017

Can you explain a spinal cord injury and a treatment options in under two minutes?

A whiteboard video produced by Americans for Cures briefly explains how motor and sensory signals are transmitted through the nerves in our body, how a spinal cord injury affects these transmissions, and that treatments using oligodendrocyte progenitor cells (OPCs) may help repair damaged nerves and potentially paralysis in the future. All under two minutes!

Americans for Cures is a non-partisan non-profit 501(c)3 organization that focuses on advocating for stem cell research, and therapy development with the purpose improve the lives of patients and families dealing with an array of conditions like HIV/AIDS, Cancer, Sickle Cell Disease, Spinal Cord Injuries, and more. Visit the Americans for Cures website to learn more about this organization.