Will There Ever Be a Cure for Paraplegia?

This helps explain why spinal cord injuries often cause severe and permanent disability, including paralysis of the lower half of the body, known as paraplegia. For decades, scientists have investigated ways to regenerate neurons, but there is currently no cure for paraplegia.

Can paraplegia be permanent?

Paraplegia is the loss of muscle function to the lower half of the body. More often than not, it is accompanied by loss of sensation below the waist. The paralysis can be temporary or permanent. It can also be partial or complete.

Will we ever be able to fix spinal cord injury?

Most people with spinal cord injury have their cord intact, but the damage to it results in loss of function. Currently, there is no cure and scientists are working to make further advances in treating spinal cord injuries.