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Hope Rises: Nose Nerve Cells to Heal Spinal Injuries

3/26/2025

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On the Gold Coast, scientists are pioneering a revolutionary clinical trial that could change lives by using nerve cells from the nose to mend spinal cord injuries. Quadriplegic participant Tony Pinto is hopeful about regaining his independence through this cutting-edge treatment, which features an intensive eight-month rehabilitation program designed to enhance quality of life dramatically.

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On the Gold Coast, scientists are pioneering a revolutionary clinical trial that could change lives by using nerve cells from the nose to mend spinal cord injuries. Quadriplegic participant Tony Pinto is hopeful about regaining his independence through this cutting-edge treatment, which features an intensive eight-month rehabilitation program designed to enhance quality of life dramatically.