New Treatment Helps Paralysed Dog Walk Again

The video discusses Jasper, a dog who was paralyzed in his hind legs due to a spinal injury. Scientists used a cell transplant technique, taking cells from Jasper's nose and injecting them into his spinal cord, which allowed nerve fibers to grow and restore his ability to walk. This breakthrough raises hopes for similar treatments in human paraplegics, although full recovery is unlikely. The video also highlights the ongoing improvements in Jasper's condition and the potential future applications of this technique for humans.

What was the initial condition of Jasper before the cell transplant?

• He was able to scratch his ear.

• He could walk but with difficulty.

• He was completely paralyzed in his hind legs.

• He could stand but not walk.

What was the source of the cells used in Jasper's treatment?

• His spinal cord

• His brain

• The lining of his nose

• His hind legs

What was the outcome of the cell transplant for Jasper?

• He could only scratch his ear.

• He could only stand.

• He could walk again.

• He remained paralyzed.

What do scientists believe about the potential of this technique for humans?

• It will definitely allow humans to walk again.

• It might help humans recover some lost movement.

• It has no potential for human application.

• It will only work on animals.

What is Dan Byrd's perspective on the cell transplant technique?

• He believes it will soon be available for humans.

• He thinks it is only beneficial for animals.

• He is hopeful but believes it is still far from human application.

• He is skeptical about its effectiveness.