Posts tagged paralysis

• Paralyzed Patients Control Robotic Arm With Thoughts

  David Mittleman | May 17, 2012 8:52 AM | 0 CommentsLansing, MI Category: Miscellaneous
  

  Once upon a time, paralysis typically meant that an individual would be reliant on someone else for the rest of their life to assist them with daily functions. But thanks to technological...

• Scientists Discover Cause of Lou Gehrig's Disease

  David Mittleman | August 26, 2011 10:00 AM | 0 CommentsLansing, MI Category: Miscellaneous
  

  Recently, ALS researchers announced some promising news that could help them find an effective treatment for Lou Gehrig's disease. Until now, scientists weren't sure of the exact disease process...

• Former Pfizer Employee Sues Company for Alleged Virus Contamination That Led to Paralysis

  David Mittleman | March 15, 2010 4:32 PM | 2 CommentsLansing, MI Category: Workplace Injuries
  

  Becky McClain used to work for Pfizer in a laboratory that conducted genetic research. But now she’s suing the pharmaceutical company, alleging that she suffers suffer from intermittent...

• Once Paralyzed Olympic Athlete Makes Miraculous and Full Recovery

  David Mittleman | December 12, 2011 8:52 AM | 0 CommentsLansing, MI Category: Miscellaneous
  

  Monique van der Vorst has faced her share of obstacles. First, she suffered a debilitating nerve damage injury during a routine ankle operation when she was 13 years old that left her paralyzed...

• Michigan Car Accident Lawyers | Spinal Cord Injury

  Daniel Buckfire | October 21, 2008 5:05 PM | 0 CommentsDetroit, MI Category: Spinal Cord Injuries
  

  I recently read about a woman paralyzed from spinal cord injuries she received in a car accident. Although she has spent the last seven years since the accident unable to walk, she recently...

• Saudi Arabian Judge Considers Paralyzing Man As Punishment for His Crime

  David Mittleman | August 22, 2010 12:04 AM | 0 CommentsLansing, MI Category: Spinal Cord Injuries
  

  After reading about a Saudi Arabian judge who asked doctors if they could damage a man's spinal cord as punishment for his crime, I realized how lucky I am to live in the United States. The man who...

• College Wrestler With Spinal Cord Injury Walks During Commencement Ceremony

  David Mittleman | May 13, 2010 11:48 AM | 1 CommentLansing, MI Category: Spinal Cord Injuries
  

  Dan Bishop was a good student attending the University of Buffalo in New York. He seemed to have it made: he was a college wrestler with a bright future ahead of him. In fact, he was promised a...

• Is Botox Responsible for Little Girl's Death?

  David Mittleman | January 29, 2010 10:30 AM | 0 CommentsLansing, MI Category: FDA & Prescription Drugs
  

  According to several pediatricians, off-label use of the wrinkle-reducing drug, Botox is not uncommon. Pediatricians and other doctors report using the drug to treat muscle spasticity or migraines,...

• Spinal Cord Injuries Require Skilled and Experienced Assistance

  David Mittleman | November 12, 2009 4:59 PM | 0 CommentsLansing, MI Category: Spinal Cord Injuries
  

  A spinal cord injury is a serious and potentially debilitating injury that cause damage to the white matter of the spinal cord that carries signals to and from the brain. Spinal cord injuries can...

• Don’t Overlook Spinal Cord Injuries When Injured In a Car Crash

  David Mittleman | March 17, 2009 8:00 PM | 0 CommentsLansing, MI Category: Miscellaneous
  

  An auto accident can result in a serious injuries spinal cord injury to which you might be entitled to some form of recovery. In Michigan, you are entitled to sue for auto negligence resulting...