Category: Neurological

Neurological

Life Stressors Could Contribute to Multiple Sclerosis Flares, Disability

Researchers discovered that stressful events in childhood and adulthood contributed significantly to participants’ level of disability and multiple sclerosis flares.

Neurological

Can a Few Blueberries a Day Improve Brain Function?

New research suggests that eating a handful of blueberries daily has multiple health benefits, including improved brain cognition.

Neurological

Tailor Stroke Rehab to Address Distorted Body Perception

Rehabilitation to address distorted body perception in stroke survivors may improve outcomes, according to researchers in a new study.

Brain Injury

Premier Physical Therapy & Sport Performance Baselines Athletes Using HitCheck Cognitive Assessment

HitCheck announces it is the preferred cognitive assessment tool for Premiere Physical Therapy & Sports Performance and its clients.

Functional Electrical Stimulation

Gait MyoElectric Stimulator: New from Innovation Lab

The Gait MyoElectric Stimulator, new from Innovation Lab, uses dual stimulator technology to help improve walking ability.

Gait & Balance

Therapist Awarded $1 Million for Fall Prevention Plan Research

A physical therapist received a $1 million grant to integrate a key fall prevention plan into physical therapy practice.

Multiple Sclerosis

MSAA Providing Educational Program for MS Community in March

These Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month educational initiatives focus on "Life with MS: Different Stages of the Journey."

Strokes

Artificial Sweetener Linked to Higher Stroke Risk

New research showed that a popular artificial sweetener is associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke.

Parkinson’s Disease

Focused Ultrasound Emerges as Promising Parkinson’s Treatment

The physical symptoms of Parkinson's disease were improved by an ultrasound treatment in a clinical trial.