Study finds link between concussions and Alzheimer’s
A new study published in “Neurology”found a link between losing consciousness due to a concussion and a build-up of plaques in the brain....
read moreSupressing fidgetin promotes regrowth of injured nerves
Suppression of the enzyme fidgetin promotes the re-growth of injured nerves. Scientists studying rats found that because fidgeting prevents nerve re-growth in the adult brain, suppressing it can conversely re-grow injured nerves....
read moreNew technology regenerates functional neurons
Scientists have developed a technology to regenerate functional neurons after brain injury and Alzheimer’s. Using glial cells, scientists have regenerated healthy, functional neurons. This technology could eventually help people with TBIs, stroke, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, etc. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/12/131219130740.htm...
read moreComputerized tests for concussions not yet proven effective
Computerized tests for concussions haven’t been proven effective. Although lots of computerized neurocognitive concussion tests are currently used in professional and amateur sports, there’s little research proving their effectiveness....
read moreBrain still injured after concussion symptoms fade
Research published in the Nov. 20, 2013 issue of “Neurology” found that even when symptoms from a concussion have dissipated, brain scans show abnormalities....
read moreBetter mood means better brain injury recovery
Researchers at the Mayo Clinic have found that people with acquired brain injuries who experienced improvements in mood throughout their cognitive therapy had an increase in things like ability to work after recovery, independent living and participation in daily...
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