1. How many Americans live with some form of paralysis?

2. a) What has Rob Summers actually been able to do after receiving continual direct electrical stimulation of the lower spinal cord? Be specific.
b) What did his treatment leading up to the movement consist of? Be specific.

3. What are researchers cautioning the public about the success of this treatment?

4. What do researchers hope their work with spinal cord patients will lead to?

5. Based on Rob Summer's individual case, why is the outcome for treatment uncertain?

6. Watch the video under "Resources" below. What is your reaction to this work being done for spinal cord patients? Be specific.