LearningRx1 TBI/Concussion | http://www.learningrx.org - Part 7

Stimulating neurons could protect against TBI-induced brain damage...

Nov 21, 2016 by

Lab-based modeling showed that dispensing Valium after a TBI seems to mimic the protection offered by neuron networks, like those that try to stop the spreading of secondary damage in the case of stroke or TBI....

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Making memories stronger and more precise as we age

Nov 9, 2016 by

A study published in Neuron explains how a team of scientists found that they could bias the competition between old neurons and new ones in the hippocampus to favor the new ones being generated....

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Mild TBI can increase risk for PTSD

Oct 30, 2016 by

There’s new evidence that even mild head trauma can lead to PTSD. A new study found that about 27% of patients with mTBI had PTSD when they went back for their six-month post-injury screening....

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Brain chip in the works to “supercharge” the mind

Oct 22, 2016 by

A company called Kernel is working with top neuroscientists to build a neuroprosthetic (a tiny brain chip) that would help restore brain function for stroke survivors or memory for dementia patients, or just boost your brain for better function....

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Curbing the effects of TBI

Oct 8, 2016 by

Scientists have discovered how to use a neuron-targeting nanoparticle to reduce the effects of traumatic brain injury, including depression and thinking and memory problems....

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New molecule protects brain after mTBI with one dose

Sep 14, 2016 by

A single dose of TXM-peptides may prevent damage to the brain if administered even one hour after a mild traumatic brain injury....

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New head-scanning ultrasound technology helps diagnose TBIs

Sep 6, 2016 by

The University of Aberdeen is developing software that lets medics scan for bleeding in the brain using ultrasound while on location. The results can then be sent to an expert for swift diagnosis....

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