Spinal Cord Stimulation Gives Big Boost to Arm Function After Stroke
MONDAY, Feb. 20, 2023 (HealthDay News) — It’s a brutal reality that confronts many recovering stroke patients: After six months or so of rehab, any arm and hand movement not yet restored is unlikely to return.But new cutting-edge research aims to use…
Learn MoreParkinson’s Disease: What Is It, and What Are the Early Signs?
MONDAY, Feb. 20, 2023 (HealthDay News) — A person seeing a barely noticeable tremor in one hand could be witnessing the first signs of Parkinson’s disease.This progressive condition affects the nervous system, according to the Mayo Clinic in Rocheste…
Learn MoreUn estudio estilo ‘Top Gun’ de pilotos de caza podría ayudar a los astronautas
JUEVES, 16 de febrero de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Un nuevo estudio encuentra cambios en los cerebros de los pilotos de caza de aviones F16, lo que podría iluminar lo que ocurre a los astronautas durante los viajes espaciales. La esperanza es que el es…
Learn MoreBruce Willis Diagnosed With Frontotemporal Dementia
FRIDAY, Feb. 17, 2023 (HealthDay News) – Actor Bruce Willis’ health issues have worsened, his family announced Thursday, revealing that he has now been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. The condition typically starts between the ages of 45 and 6…
Learn MoreLos niños pequeños y los adultos usan las mismas áreas del cerebro para resolver los problemas difíciles
MIÉRCOLES, 15 de febrero de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Los adultos usan una parte especial del cerebro para resolver los problemas difíciles. Ahora, una nueva investigación muestra que los niños hacen lo mismo.Unos científicos usaron escáneres cerebrale…
Learn More‘Top Gun’ Study of Fighter Pilots Could Help Astronauts
THURSDAY, Feb. 16, 2023 (HealthDay News) — A new study finds brain changes in F16 fighter pilots, which could shed light on what happens to astronauts during space travel.The hope is that the study, published Feb. 15 in Frontiers in Physiology, will …
Learn MoreNeighborhood Socioeconomic Status Tied to Mortality for Neurologic Conditions
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 15, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Neighborhood socioeconomic status (SES) is associated with 30-day mortality for common neurologic conditions, according to a study published online Feb. 15 in Neurology.Jay B. Lusk, from the Duke University…
Learn MoreYoung Kids, Adults Use Same Brain Areas to Solve Tough Problems
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 15, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Adults use a special part of their brain to solve tough problems. Now, new research shows that kids do the same.Scientists used brain scans and challenging work to assess how kids and adults might work thro…
Learn More‘Neuroprotectant’ Drug Could Boost Outcomes After a Stroke
THURSDAY, Feb. 9, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Using a “neuroprotectant” drug alongside the standard surgical removal of a clot may slash the risk of death and disability following a stroke, a new study finds.The new medication, called ApTOLL, shields bra…
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