The goal is to help restore function of the affected cord to restore normal anatomy with a focus on better daily living.

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This operation is intended to restore bladder function to people with spina bifida, a congenital defect that causes nerve damage and a loss of sensation and muscle function below the waist.

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The device will not allow her to hear completely naturally but will restore enough function to the damaged ear to allow her to hear in three dimensions, which is important for safety.

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Researchers are learning that precisely targeting barely noticeable pulses to affected areas of the brain can help restore some normal function to the cerebral circuitry.

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And the inner ear implant will restore some function to her damaged ear, doctors said last week.

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But it will restore enough function to the damaged ear to allow her to hear things such as an approaching car, which obviously is important for safety.

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"Our objective is to restore the viability of banks receiving aid so that they are able to function without public support in the future, " the European Competition Commissioner Joaquin Almunia said.

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So now it makes a big difference to corporate bottom lines just how much our intensive early rehabilitation efforts restore lost function and lay the groundwork for future health.

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