"Spinal Cord Regeneration Induced by Applied Electric Fields" by Cary A. Zaug
 

Date of Award

12-1990

Degree Type

Master's Essay - Restricted

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

Department

Biomedical Engineering

First Advisor

Joel Myklebust

Abstract

The objective of this investigation was twofold: (1) to determine the potential distributions on the normal and injured spinal cord while stimulation was being applied; and (2) to determine the rehabilitative effects of weak electric fields applied to spinal cord injury. The work presented in this thesis occur in a logical order. Chapter 1 discusses the neurophysiology that is necessary to understand and appreciate the complexity of the problem. Chapter 2 provides a detail literature review of spinal cord regeneration by the means of applied electric fields. Chapter 3 states the problem and describes the experimental methods used. Chapter 4 discusses the experimental results. Chapter 5 discusses two models used to facilitate the recording procedures. Lastly, chapter 6 provides further discussion and suggestions for further research.

Comments

A Thesis submitted to the Faculty of the Graduate School, Marquette University, in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Science, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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