Welcome to your daily round-up of everything happening in the world of neurorehabilitation.
Research news
Head injury risk for Sikh cyclists
Research published in Annals of Biomedical Engineering from Imperial College London and the Sikh Scientists Network has examined the performance of turban styles worn by male and female Sikhs under the types of impacts common to cycling incidents. The team has made evidence-based recommendations so that Sikhs who wear turbans can benefit from the best head protection.
Largest single-neuron projectome database in the world revealed
A new study has revealed the spatial connectivity patterns of mouse hippocampal neurons at the mesoscopic level. The study has elucidated the axonal projection pathways of hippocampal neurons along the anterior-posterior axis, revealed new projection patterns of hippocampal neurons, outlined the correspondence between hippocampal neuron soma locations and projection targets, and revealed basic organisation principles of bilateral projections. The findings provide a structural basis for future studies of hippocampal functions. Databases from the study have been made publicly available through the Digital Brain CEBSIT portal.
Exploring statins in the role of stroke prevention
Researchers have examined the relationship between statins and stroke prevention in the context of cardiovascular health to help inform decision-making and advancements in preventive cardiovascular medicine. The researchers have suggested that the findings underscore the potential for synergistic integration within broader stroke prevention strategies, including recommendations that advocate for continued research into the long-term effects of statin therapy and novel intervention combinations.
Warm climates could lower MS risk
A new discovery has revealed that living in a warmer climate from a young age could lower the risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS). While it is not yet fully understood what causes MS, the condition has been found to be more common in the northern hemisphere. However, the research has also led to further theories about its origin, making links between contraction of Epstein Barr Virus and the development of MS.
Diet could delay onset of Huntington’s
Diet could be a fundamental factor in delaying the onset of Huntington’s Disease according to a ground breaking new study. The research suggests that a diet high in fibre could have “profound” effects for delaying disease symptoms, finding this type of diet enhanced gastrointestinal function and improved cognition and behaviour.
Company and financial neuro-rehab news
New medicine could revolutionise stroke care
Lumosa Therapeutics and CHI Memorial are set to begin a Phase 2b clinical trial for a ground breaking drug for treating acute stroke. The new drug, LT3001, combines clot-busting and nerve-protecting effects into one treatment. Commonly prescribed medicines for stroke must be administered with in four and a half hour following a stroke, however, LY3001 takes a novel approach – breaking down clots while protecting the brain. This could make the medicine revolutionary for stroke care, extending the treatment window to 24 hours.
Glucocorticoid receptor antagonist and Huntington’s disease
New evidence from researchers at Leiden University Medical Center and Corcept Therapeutics Inc. has unveiled a positive correlation between high glucocorticoid levels and the advancement of Huntington’s disease.
Policy, legislation and society news
Football most common cause of concussion
New data has revealed that football causes the majority of in-school concussions in Stamford. Athletic director for Stamford High School, Chris Passamano, has said that the school system takes concussions seriously and is proactive about keeping students as safe as possible.
NRL may ban player contact over concussion fears
Heavy player contact during NFL training sessions is set to be banned in a bid to reduce the risk of brain injuries. Medical and expert concussion staff will also now be made available to assist and each NRL club will ow be required to formally log how much contact work players are doing and how long training sessions are. This data will be used to help determine if further contact training needs to be implemented.
