One of the leading scientists researching treatments for paralysis and spinal cord injury is Dr. Susan Harkema. Her work has led to multiple breakthroughs that led to improved function and quality of life for patients that were previously deemed impossible. On this episode, I invite Dr. Harkema to discuss those discoveries, how they came about, and the future of treating paralysis.You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in...Dr. Harkema’s background and training [1:20]An overview of paralysis and spinal cord injury [4:35]Non-pharmacological approaches to treating paralysis [10:12]Dr. Harkema’s groundbreaking study on neuromodulation through epidural stimulation [15:24]Redefining the possibilities for paralysis recovery [19:28]Other benefits of epidural stimulation [23:56]Overcoming technological limitations and pioneering the future of paralysis treatment [29:09]What Dr. Harkema believes is missing from spinal cord injury care [32:04]The future of epidural stimulation in the treatment of spinal cord injury [34:02]Resources & People MentionedEffect of epidural stimulation of the lumbosacral spinal cord on voluntary movement, standing, and assisted stepping after motor complete paraplegia: a case study (2011 Case Study) Recovery of Over-Ground Walking after Chronic Motor Complete Spinal Cord Injury (2018 Case Study)Victory Over Paralysis (Website)Connect with Dr. Susan HarkemaLike Dr. Harkema on FacebookFollow Dr. Harkema on TwitterConnect With Maxwell Boakyehttps://maxwellboakye.com/podcast Like on FacebookFollow on TwitterFollow on LinkedInDrMaxBoakye (at) Gmail.comFollow Optimal Neuro|Spine on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts