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Traditional treatment for spinal cord injury often includes more than one therapy, including invasive surgery. For the estimated 1.3 million people in the United States who are living with spinal cord injuries, a new study revealed there may be a non-invasive method to treat limb impairment. According to News Medical, researchers from Ohio State University… Read More

Although it’s commonly known that severe ischemic strokes can cause brain damage or even death, a new study reveals that smaller “mini strokes” can also have a serious impact on neurological function, according to Everyday Health. These mini strikes can lead to permanent damage and increase risk for a full-blown stroke. Since there aren’t warning… Read More

Almost 1.7 million Americans seek medical attention every year for acute head injuries, but many that show up at the emergency room are treated and sent home. One in six patients, however, will develop long-term disabilities, and it’s difficult to assess which patients are at greater risk for persistent injuries. According to Science Daily, although… Read More

Although many researchers have focused on the effects of mild traumatic brain injury in adult patients, a new study focused on brain structure changes in children. Researchers found that even after children no longer exhibited symptoms of the injury, their white brain matter continued to change even months later. According to Science Daily, children who… Read More