Researchers at Western’s Bone and Joint Institute are developing innovative ways to repair damaged spinal discs and help people with chronic back pain, one of Canada’s most common and costly health problems. The interdisciplinary team, co-led by professors Cheryle Séguin and Lauren Flynn, is using stem cells and custom biomaterials in early lab studies to restore disc function rather than focusing on symptom management. Collaborators from McGill, Cedars-Sinai and Sunnybrook will test and validate the innovations. This research will improve the mobility and quality of life for millions of people living with long-term back pain.
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