Five completely paralyzed patients were able to move their legs voluntarily for the very first time with the help of a new technique called transcutaneous stimulation, which combines non-invasive electrical stimulation, an experimental drug and physical therapy. The new technique is the first of its kind and shows promise, CBS reported.
Harrison Ford flies again after his very scary plane crash on March.
The technique described by Dr. Sergio Canavero involves super cooling the head and body before actual transplant.
A new drug developed has shown efficacy in restoring nerve function during animal studies, which researchers hope could help treat paralysis.
