Table 1.

Summary of current research approaches in SCI

Current research approaches in SCI
Neural transplantation	Neural stem cells, foetal neural cells
	Olfactory ensheathing cells
	Peripheral neural bridges, Schwann cells
Modification of CNS environment	Antibodies to various endogenous inhibitory factors
	Promotion of neurotrophic factors
	Pharmacological interventions
Electrical stimulation	Functional electrical stimulation (FES)	Therapeutic applications
		Functional application
	Axonal regeneration	Direct current stimulation	Uni-directional growth
		Oscillating field stimulation	Bi-directional growth