Neuralink’s brain-computer implant could eventually transform Parkinson’s treatment … but probably...
By
Aaron Dorman
Feb 06, 2024
A human Neuralink implant represents a breakthrough for brain-computer interfacing, but many are skeptical of the timeline and ethics.
QOL outcomes stable with neurostimulation in Parkinson’s disease
Jan 22, 2024
PDQ-8 and ADL worsened in the standard-of-care medication group and remained stable in the stimulation group.
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jan 22, 2024
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Wearable gyroscope glove gets a grip on Parkinson’s tremors
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 12, 2024
A new wearable glove prototype uses gyroscope technology to help address tremors in people living with Parkinson’s and others with similar symptoms.
‘Adaptive’ brain stimulation tool could improve care for late-stage Parkinson’s seniors
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Aaron Dorman
Jan 11, 2024
A long-term research study on DBS may have achieved two goals: increasing the area of stimulation and creating a more efficient process.
With the aid of robots and music, Parkinson’s patients walk with confidence
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 10, 2024
Two tech breakthroughs could help Parkinson’s patients with gait: Music-based software for walking, and a wearable robotic exoskeleton.
Best brain treatments, when invasive, still subject to concerning wear and tear, researchers say
By
Aaron Dorman
Dec 19, 2023
Brain implants have been vital treatment options for seniors with late-stage neurological disorders, but can still damage brain tissue.
VR treatment rooms for chronic pain, mobility issues could transform therapy for seniors
By
Aaron Dorman
Dec 15, 2023
Virtual reality rooms for physical therapy could become increasingly common for older adults, one VR company predicts.
Promising device concept screens for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s using electric, not chemical, biomarkers
By
Aaron Dorman
Nov 17, 2023
A new portable device could test for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s from within nursing homes or other senior homes, researchers have revealed.
Cardiac 18F-dopamine PET can predict Lewy body diseases
Nov 15, 2023
All nine LBD+ participants had low 18F-dopamine-derived radioactivity before or at the time of diagnosis of central Lewy body disease.