Research

New analysis has shown that significant stroke risk factor disparities exist between Black adults and non-Black adults who have had a stroke. However, according to the new research after one-year of intensive medical intervention, some of the risk factors that increase the risk of stroke were reduced in the Black adults. This analysis did not compare Black adults [...]

New experimental technology is showing early signs of having life transforming capabilities for those living with paralysis. This experimental technology, Brain-computer interface (BCI), makes it possible to move robotic limbs using only your thoughts. However, before BCI can make the transition from the lab to patients’ everyday lives, the problem of how to coax the [...]

The society of neurointerventional surgery has released details on three studies, including research on the life saving treatment for stroke thrombectomy. Study #1 ‘Giving Patients Antiplatelet Medication Sooner After Stroke Treatment May Significantly Improve Patient Recovery’ Administering antiplatelet medication within 24 hours of mechanical thrombectomy, an effective procedure for stroke, may help patients make a [...]

A recent study has found that those with obstructive sleep apnea have an increased cardiovascular risk due to reduced blood oxygen levels, which is largely explained by interrupted breathing.  Obstructive sleep apnea has long been associated with increased risk of cardiovascular issues, including stroke, however, the findings from this study, partially supported by the National [...]

A new collaborative study is working on developing an assistive device based on artificial intelligence that will help with rehabilitation post-stroke. Recently, a team of researchers showcased BiomacVR, an innovation that aims to assist stroke survivors get back on their feet as quickly as possible. Shortly afterwards, a third component of this technology was developed: BiomacEMG. According [...]

In a new study, researchers have demonstrated that a particular version of a gene may contribute to the higher severity of stroke seen among Black Americans.  It is hoped that these findings from researchers at the University of Utah could help scientists develop more effective stroke medications for people who carry the gene. The research, [...]

Sending electrical impulses down the longest nerve in the human body has shown ‘great success’ in amplifying the effects of motor rehabilitation post-stroke. The longest nerve in the human body starts in the brain and works its way down the neck and into the chest, where it splits into separate branches, winding its twisting tendrils [...]

Researchers at the University of Birmingham are to set to collaborate on a study that could result in a rapid non-invasive diagnostic test to quickly and accurately identify stroke patients. This study will be funded by the Stroke Association, the Golden HOur for STroke (GHoST) study will involve the West Midlands Ambulance Service University NHS Foundation Trust, [...]

The already well-established therapy, Therapeutic hypothermia, has now shown signs of being a possible treatment option for ischaemic stroke. Therapeutic hypothermia has already demonstrated clear neuroprotective effect.  It has been widely used in the aid of neonatal hypoxic encephalopathy and cardiac arrest.  Researchers have been trying to apply therapeutic hypothermia to the treatment of acute [...]