1. A method comprising: providing a stimulator; programming said stimulator with one or more stimulation parameters configured to enhance transmission of a neural signal through damaged neural tissue; and applying a hyperpolarizing electrical stimulation current with said stimulator to said damaged neural tissue in accordance with said one or more stimulation parameters; wherein said hyperpolarizing electrical stimulation current is configured to enhance said transmission of said neural signal through said damaged neural tissue, wherein said hyperpolarizing electrical stimulation current comprises a stimulation pulse having a pulse width of less than 200 microseconds followed by a period of no stimulation.