Cellular, Molecular, Physiological, and Behavioral Aspects of Spinal Cord Injury

Rajkumar Rajendram, Victor Preedy, Colin Martin
Elsevier
556 pages
ISBN: 9780128224274
September 2022

Spinal injury affects about 10 million people annually worldwide, impacting the family unit and causing lifelong disabilities, with varied symptoms including paresthesia, spasticity, loss of motor control, and often severe pain. This book will enhance readers’ understanding of the biological and psychological effects of spinal cord injury. Featuring chapters on gene expression, metabolic effects, and behavior, it discusses in detail the impact of spinal cord injury to better understand the underlying pathways and processes.