A study suggests that in the United States in 2020, around a third of COVID-19 survivors were diagnosed with a neurological or mental health condition within 6 months of their COVID-19 diagnoses. Anxiety and mood disorders were the most common diagnoses. Neurological conditions, such as stroke and dementia, occurred less often but were more common […]
A new study finds that spinal cord stimulation could represent an alternate therapy for people with Parkinson’s disease that is resistant to conventional treatments. The researchers claim that this emerging technology may help decrease pain and improve mobility. Close to 1 million people may be living with Parkinson’s disease in the United States. This long-term […]
A study suggests a type of nerve cell derived from stem cells can make the right connections when implanted into the brain, restoring lost motor function. Parkinson’s disease is a progressive degenerative disorder that affects muscular control. Its symptoms include tremor, rigidity, slowness of movement, and impaired balance. Difficulties with swallowing and speaking are also […]
