Evolv Rehab – blazing a trail in virtual therapy
Having pioneered virtual therapy solutions for patients since 2011, it’s safe to say Evolv Rehab was one of the first entrants to the now-thriving global telehealth marketplace.
Cognitive impairment ‘does not necessarily lead to dementia’
A diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) can often be of great worry to an older adult, who may see it as a stepping stone to dementia - but a new study suggests one does not necessarily lead to the other.
Digital interventions ‘can help meet mental healthcare demand’
Digital apps may help meet the growing global demand for mental healthcare, a new study has revealed - although face to face support remains vital.
Charity seeks business partner to support groundbreaking research
A charity established to fund groundbreaking research into the treatment and prevention of brain haemorrhages and stroke is looking for a business to partner with to help achieve its vision.
Breakthrough in understanding Alzheimer’s could yield new treatment
For the first time, scientists have identified a rare population of potentially toxic senescent cells in human brains that enables better understanding of Alzheimer's disease, and could pave the way for a new treatment.
Trials underway of breakthrough BrainQ technology
Trials of BrainQ technology, which could be a “game changer” in the rehabilitation of stroke patients, are now underway.
Government concussion plan – ‘sick joke’ to exclude CTE
The publication of an action plan by the Government to tackle concussion in sport has been welcomed, although campaigners slammed its omission of the implications of the long-term damage caused by repeated head impacts as a “kick in the face”.
“Children need exercise, not hits to the head”
Having played an instrumental role in initiating changes to player safety in NFL, Dr Chris Nowinski speaks to Deborah Johnson about the urgency to ensure that is replicated elsewhere in the world.
New tech gives communication hope to paralysed patients
New technology is set to commercialise next year which aims to restore communication function in patients impaired by disabilities caused by spinal cord injuries.
Pandemic stress ‘has impaired cognitive ability’
Stress and worry from the COVID-19 pandemic may have impaired people’s cognitive abilities and altered risk perception, new research has revealed.
