# Regrowing damaged nerves hinges on shutting down key genes

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**Created:** [December 10, 2018, 10:26pm UTC](https://archive.menshealtharchive.com/t/regrowing-damaged-nerves-hinges-on-shutting-down-key-genes/1307 "2018-12-10T22:26:54Z")\
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> **[Regrowing damaged nerves hinges on shutting down key genes: Injured neurons...](https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/12/181210150618.htm)**
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> Neurons in the brain and spinal cord don't grow back after injury, unlike those in the rest of the body. Now, researchers have identified some of the key steps taken by nerves in the legs as they regenerate. The findings lay out a path that spinal...

  
Neurons in the brain and spinal cord don’t grow back after injury, unlike those in the rest of the body. Now, researchers have identified some of the key steps taken by nerves in the legs as they regenerate. The findings lay out a path that spinal cord neurons might be able to follow – potentially leading to improved recovery for people paralyzed by spinal cord injuries.