Neurological

Cionic Neural Sleeve Receives Global Design Award

According to the Dezeen design master jury, the bionic leg product represents "a perfect marriage of science, technology, and design."

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Burke Rehabilitation Announces New Session of Aphasia Program

Burke Rehabilitation will resume its intensive comprehensive aphasia treatment program with a session in October, after a successful launch in June.

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High-Tech Football Helmet Could Protect Players from Concussions

A new football helmet incorporating liquid shock absorbers has the potential to diminish the impact of head impacts by up to 33%.

Bad Sleep Connected to Increased Stroke Risk

by Steven Martinez | Apr 18, 2023 | Stroke

Researchers found that people who exhibit sleep problems of all types were associated with a higher risk for stroke.

New Jersey County Launches Dementia Friendly Initiative

by Steven Martinez | Apr 17, 2023 | Neurological

Bergen County, New Jersey, launched the Dementia Friendly Initiative to improve understanding and care for those suffering from dementia.

Study Finds Health Disparity for Minorities With Parkinson’s

by Steven Martinez | Apr 13, 2023 | Parkinson’s Disease

Black, Hispanic, and Asian people with Parkinson’s were found to have a lower health-related quality of life compared to White people.

FDA Fast Tracks Regenxbio Gene Therapy

by Steven Martinez | Apr 11, 2023 | Muscular Dystrophy

The FDA granted Regenxbio RGX-202, a prospective gene therapy for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a Fast Track designation.

Report Outlines Multidisciplinary Approach to FND Treatment

by Steven Martinez | Apr 10, 2023 | Neurological

A recent report outlined a system of care for functional neurological disorder (FND) that can be effective if implemented correctly.

MindMaze Izar Offers Portable Hand Therapy

by Steven Martinez | Apr 7, 2023 | Stroke

MindMaze has launched Izar, a handheld device for treating and analyzing hand dexterity and strength at home or in the clinic.

Penumbra to Expand VR Rehab Care for Military Veterans

by Melanie Hamilton-Basich | Apr 4, 2023 | Neurological

Penumbra will focus on developing VR therapy tools that address the most critical rehabilitation needs of veterans.

Ketamine Shows Promise as Treatment in Traumatic Brain Injury

by Steven Martinez | Mar 31, 2023 | Traumatic Brain Injury

Doctors studied using ketamine to reduce pressure inside the head of children with traumatic brain injuries.

ALS Home Modification: The Time is Now

by Steven Martinez | Mar 31, 2023 | ALS, Home & Daily Living

An occupational therapy home evaluation after ALS diagnosis is essential to maximize quality of life for the few years a client has left.

Study Finds Serious Lack of Spinal Cord Injury Knowledge

by Steven Martinez | Mar 29, 2023 | Spinal Cord Injury

Researchers evaluated the ability of emergency medicine residents to handle spinal cord injury complications, finding it lacking.

Research Could Help Alzheimer’s Patients Retain Better Vision

by Steven Martinez | Mar 27, 2023 | Neurological

Researchers developed a form of omega-3 fatty acid that could help Alzheimer’s patients stave off visual declines.

Burke Rehabilitation Grants to Support Spinal Cord Injury Patients

by Steven Martinez | Mar 27, 2023 | Spinal Cord Injury

Burke Rehabilitation was awarded three grants to help improve patient care for people living with spinal cord injury.

Traumatic Brain Injuries Require Lifelong Management

by Steven Martinez | Mar 24, 2023 | Traumatic Brain Injury

Ongoing research has revealed that sufferers of traumatic brain injuries may suffer symptoms for much longer than previously thought.

Common RNA Modification Linked to ALS Neurodegeneration

by Steven Martinez | Mar 1, 2023 | ALS

Scientists studied the m6A RNA modification finding that it is pivotal in TDP-43-related neurodegeneration in ALS.

New Techniques Preserve ALS-Targeted Neurons

by Steven Martinez | Feb 28, 2023 | ALS

Scientists discovered two potential methods for preserving diseased neurons that would normally be destroyed by ALS.

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