How well do you know your brain? Take the following quiz by answering Fact or Fiction to the six statements below. Click to learn more about the brain and which bodily functions each section controls. The human brain is firm and gray. Fiction. Dead brain are firm and gray, while live brains are deep red… Read More
The Latest Developments in Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment
There are several new developments in traumatic brain injury treatment, some designed to be used during the acute phase of treatment, and others designed to be used after the acute stage. Latest Developments for the Acute Phase Three treatments used during the acute care stage are omega-3 fatty acids, artificial blood, and progesterone. It is… Read More
Six Simple Rules for Caregivers
6 Simple Rules for Caregivers Brain and spinal cord injuries don’t just affect the survivor. They also affect the family of the survivor. In many cases, it is up to family members to take care of the physical, emotional, economic, and social needs of the survivor. While caretaking can be extremely rewarding, it can also… Read More
Guide to Clinical Research Trials for Traumatic Brain Injury Patients
Clinical trials are research studies in which people who fit certain brain injury criteria are eligible to participate. The goal of clinical research trials is to answer specific questions, quite often about the effectiveness of a cutting-edge treatment. Before a clinical research study is allowed to happen, an ethics board reviews the study to determine… Read More
Three Steps to Finding the Right Rehabilitation Center
Recovering from a brain or spinal cord injury is a complex process with many steps. And one of the most important steps is finding the right rehabilitation center. The quality and type of care the survivor receives will have a significant impact on the rare of recovery, the ability of the survivor to reintegrate into… Read More
Update on Stem Cell Treatments for Spinal Cord Injury
Every day, researchers are working hard to develop new therapies and treatments designed to treat symptoms, slow progression, and repair damage to the spinal cord. One of these treatments involves the use of stem cells. Supporters and Detractors of Stem Cell Research Because stem cells may have the potential to generate cells designed to replace… Read More