ALS development could be triggered by loss of network connections in the spinal cord
Credit: Ilary Allodi, University of Copenhagen ALS is a very severe neurodegenerative disease in which nerve cells in the spinal ...
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Blood test detects childhood tumors based on their epigenetic profiles
Credit: Tatjana Hirschmugl A new study exploits the characteristic epigenetic signatures of childhood tumors to detect, classify and monitor the ...
New study shows how to boost muscle regeneration and rebuild tissue
Salk research reveals clues about molecular changes underlying muscle loss tied to agingCredit: Salk Institute LA JOLLA--(May 25, 2021) One ...
Autologous adipose injection for shoulder pain in wheelchair users with spinal cord injury
Pilot study of micro-fragmented adipose tissue injection suggests that the biologic is an effective treatment option for wheelchair users with ...
Timing is everything in new implant tech
Stimulators win top award at circuitry conference, could aid spinal cord, heart therapiesCredit: Secure and Intelligent Micro-Systems Lab/Rice University HOUSTON ...
Gold Standard recognition for New Zealand’s Waitematā District Health Board FLS
The Waitematā District Health Board (DHB) Fracture Liaison Service has achieved the highest standard of coordinated post-fracture care, earning a ...
ECTS Steven Boonen Clinical Research Award presented to Professor Cyrus Cooper
Credit: IOF The International Osteoporosis Foundation is delighted to announce that the European Calcified Tissue Society (ECTS) has presented the ...
Kessler Foundation studies new option for treating neck pain in active-duty military
The Geneva Foundation funds two-year study of Cervigard Neck Collar in active-duty service members with neck pain. The study is ...
UC San Diego Health is region’s first to use augmented reality in spine surgery
Augmented reality headsets give spine surgeons 'X-ray vision' during procedures for accurate and personalized implant placement, while keeping their eyes ...
Researchers use AI to detect wrist fractures
Credit: Radiological Society of North America OAK BROOK, Ill. - An automated system that uses artificial intelligence (AI) is effective ...
The science of sound, vibration to better diagnose, treat brain diseases
Multidisciplinary researchers uncover new ways to use ultrasound energy to image and treat hard-to-reach areas of brainCredit: Allison Carter, Georgia ...
Polymer-based coatings on metallic implants improve bone-implant integration
Polysaccharide and protein-based coatings on metallic implants increase bone tendency to attach on implants, prevent loosening and bacterial invasionCredit: Ahmet ...
Researchers say prescribing opioids for pain relief after knee surgery is unnecessary
Henry Ford Health System study finds that a non-opioid approach is just as effectiveCredit: Henry Ford Health System DETROIT (April ...
Fight or flight response may hinge on protein in skeletal muscular system
University of Cincinnati researchers hope to advance the understanding of skeletal muscular disordersCredit: Colleen Kelley/University of Cincinnati Researchers at the ...