Young people ‘see brain disruption from multiple concussions’
Adolescents and young adults with post-concussive symptoms who have sustained three to five concussions show disruption in brain connectivity, a new study has revealed.
Extra Mile Challenge more than doubles fundraising target
Rugby league legend and fundraising hero Kevin Sinfield has embarked on his Extra Mile Challenge to support people living with MND, and has already more than doubled his sponsorship target.
Calls to appoint new NHS neurology leader
Over 30 groups supporting people with neurological conditions have united behind a campaign to appoint a specialist within the NHS to lead its neurology provision.
Brain injury training rolled out to 63,000 prison staff
Training to enable staff in the prison and criminal justice system better understand brain injury is being rolled out across the country, in what has been hailed as an “important milestone” in decade-long efforts to improve support.
Controlling blood pressure ‘could increase mobility in SCI patients’
Patients with new spinal cord injuries (SCI) whose blood pressure is maintained within a newly-defined range during surgery may stand a better chance of regaining some mobility and functionality – even in patients with the most devastating injuries..
‘Support the families of athletes with neurodegenerative disease’
More support is needed for families caring for former athletes living with neurodegenerative disease, a new study has revealed.
Knowledge, understanding and empathy in dementia care
The Dementia Care Awards recognise and reward the first-class services, and very best people, who work in the field of dementia care. Through showcasing excellence and innovation, the awards celebrate the provision of outstanding care for people living with dementia.
Can brain sensors help spot dementia?
New highly sensitive quantum sensors for the brain may be able to identify brain diseases such as dementia, MND and Parkinson's, by spotting a slowing in the speed at which signals travel across the brain.
How the PoNS is redefining rehab for MS patients
Helius Medical Technologies is playing an increasingly central role in the growth of the neurostimulation market globally. Its PoNS device is changing the lives of MS patients in North America and helping to demonstrate the impact of non-invasive technology in neurological disorders. NR Times speaks to Helius’ CEO Dane Andreeff about its pioneering work
Blues & Tunes music therapy pilot hailed a success
Blue Light Symphony Orchestra (BLSO), in partnership with Chroma, successfully delivered a feasibility project investigating whether the use of Music Therapy (MT) could be used as a treatment modality, to emergency service workers who were exhibiting PTSD-like symptoms.
