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Spinal cord injuries frequently result in a loss of senses or even total paralysis. Although rehabilitation offers some improvement, a full recovery is not achievable using current therapies. Dr. David Schreyer is developing new therapeutic strategies that may restore sensation and movement in patients who suffer from spinal cord injury.

Dr. Schreyer focuses his studies on a particular protein that may be inhibiting nerve fiber regeneration in the damaged spinal cord. He believes it is capable of suppressing the synthesis of proteins necessary for growth. By administering substances that will neutralize the offending protein or block its signals, Dr. Schreyer is providing an opportunity for the growth supporting proteins to be synthesized. If he determines that regenerative healing is improved, his research will point the way toward the adoption of new therapies for patients with spinal cord injuries.

In determining the potential and developing a new treatment for spinal cord injuries, Dr. Schreyer’s goals include effectively reversing paralysis, improving health care outcomes, improving quality of life and reducing health care costs for spinal cord patients.

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