Neuro rehab insights
By Dr Anita Rose, consultant neuropsychologist, Cognivate Rehabilitation Interdisciplinary (IDT) neurorehabilitation brings together clinicians from different disciplines to support a person’s journey to recovery after Acquired Brain Injuries (ABI) or neurological illnesses. For case managers, lawyers, clients and their families understanding how different disciplines work together, rather than in parallel, can be challenging at times. [...]
Vaping may raise the risk of stroke and heart attack, a review of more than 1.5 million people suggests. The findings challenge the idea that e-cigarettes are a safe alternative to tobacco. Researchers ran a systematic review and meta-analysis (a pooled analysis of multiple studies) of 12 observational studies and randomised trials published between January [...]
Combining blood pressure drugs into a single pill may cut stroke risk and help patients reach targets sooner, a new scientific statement suggests. The statement says single-pill combinations could simplify treatment and help more adults with high blood pressure reach and maintain goals compared with taking multiple separate pills daily. High blood pressure, also known [...]
Researchers are developing a nasal spray that could one day treat people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The project is being led by Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) and Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas. The team will screen formulations and evaluate delivery methods for oxytocin, a hormone involved in bonding and stress relief. The work [...]
Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle University have announced plans for the UK’s new centre of neurotechnology innovation. The National Centre for Neurotechnology and Neurorestoration will support research and delivery of the latest neurotechnologies aimed at understanding the brain, restoring function and improving health. The centre will be the first UK facility dedicated to clinical trials using [...]
After its successful launch last year, Slater and Gordon has announced the return of its much-anticipated Charity of the Year campaign. The campaign will be aimed at supporting charities that make a vital impact in communities across the country, providing meaningful services to individuals with disabilities, impairments, illness and injury. The chosen charity will be [...]
The Stroke Association has released its first Christmas campaign film featuring celebrities including Brian Cox and Alison Steadman. The film, titled 'Still Christmas', aims to raise awareness of the impact stroke can have and the need for support during the festive season. The campaign features a script delivered by high-profile supporters including Nish Kumar, Amanda [...]
The relationship between dental health and neurorehabilitation is gaining recognition in medical circles. Understanding the influence of oral health on neurological recovery is essential. This article examines the connection and the importance of incorporating dental care into rehabilitation plans. Neurorehabilitation is a vital component of recovery for individuals with neurological conditions. It includes various therapies [...]
Nitrous oxide, or ‘laughing gas’, could quickly ease depression symptoms, a new study suggests. The colourless gas, inhaled and widely used as a painkiller, has shown fast-acting benefits in adults with major depressive disorder (long-lasting, severe depression) and treatment-resistant depression, where patients have not responded to standard treatments. Researchers say it could be especially helpful [...]
The AI neurology market will grow from US$705.6m in 2025 to US$2.5bn by 2030, driven by rising neurological disorders. The projected growth represents a compound annual growth rate of 28.9 per cent over the five-year period, as healthcare systems increasingly adopt AI tools for diagnosis and treatment of brain conditions. AI technologies are transforming how [...]
