Clinicians & therapists

A new drug has cut brain damage by 60 per cent in mice when blood flow is restored after stroke, offering a potential way to improve recovery outcomes. Researchers at the University of Cambridge tested an experimental treatment, acidified disodium malonate (aDSM), in combination with mechanical thrombectomy – a procedure that removes clots from the [...]

By Catherine Sherrington, Clinical Lead, ILS Case Management At the core of case management practice at ILS is a steadfast commitment to being client-centred. The goal is to work in partnership with our clients to empower them to realise their potential and navigate their rehabilitation journey with confidence. One of the key ways we achieve [...]

Regular cycling may reshape brain activity in people with Parkinson’s disease, according to a pilot study that tracked neural changes using implanted brain stimulation devices. Researchers monitored participants with Parkinson’s before and after 12 dynamic cycling sessions over four weeks, using deep brain stimulation (DBS) implants to record signals from the subthalamic nucleus – a [...]

By SweetTree Home Care Services When a loved one suffers a brain injury, finding the right care and support becomes a top priority. Brain injuries can have long-lasting effects on an individual’s physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being. Finding specialised care tailored to their unique needs is unavoidable in such complex cases. Let’s look at the [...]

A former professional cyclist is suing a driver and passenger for £1m, claiming a car door collision left him with brain damage that derailed his career. James McLaughlin, 34, was riding in a cycle lane in West Wickham, southeast London, in May 2020 when a car passenger opened a door, causing him to crash and [...]

By Chiltern Music Therapy for Neuro Rehab Times Harnessing the Power of Music for Neurological Development Recent research continues to affirm the impact music can have on supporting neurological development in children with complex needs such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), cerebral palsy and Down syndrome. Music uniquely stimulates neuroplasticity, the brain’s innate ability to [...]

Experts are urging tailored strategies to improve diagnosis, treatment and monitoring for older people with multiple sclerosis as care gaps continue. As more people with MS live longer, age-related biological changes increasingly complicate how the condition is diagnosed and managed – yet no universal framework currently addresses these challenges. More than half of people with [...]

An AI screening tool has shown promise in detecting early signs of Parkinson’s disease by analysing speech patterns, potentially supporting earlier diagnosis. Scientists at the University of Rochester developed the algorithm to detect subtle speech changes linked to Parkinson’s – a progressive neurological condition that affects movement and coordination. The system was trained on voice [...]

Chemicals in earwax may hold clues to early signs of Parkinson’s disease, with a new study reporting over 94 per cent diagnostic accuracy using these biological markers. Researchers examined how volatile organic compounds (VOCs) – substances released by the body through natural processes – are altered by inflammation and nerve damage associated with Parkinson’s. The [...]

People are diagnosed with dementia an average of 3.5 years after symptoms first appear, with early-onset cases facing longer waits of around 4.1 years, new research has foubd. The first global review of dementia diagnosis delays analysed data from 30,257 people in Europe, the US, Australia and China. Delays were longest in younger people and [...]