New Jersey researchers find early reperfusion of left reading network predicts reading ability in people recovering from left-sided stroke
Tag: Stroke
‘Good’ cholesterol counters atherosclerosis in mice with diabetes
Increasing levels of a simplified version of “good” cholesterol reversed disease in the blood vessels of mice with diabetes, a new study finds. Published online in the journal Circulation on September 30, the study results revolve around atherosclerosis, a condition…
Simple cardiac risk score can predict problems with blood flow in the brain
HAMILTON, CANADA (Sept. 30, 2019) – A simple cardiac risk score can indicate who may have carotid artery plaque and silent strokes which often come before a serious clinical stroke. The findings come from one of the largest magnetic resonance…
Wrist-worn step trackers accurate in predicting patient health outcomes
Determining how far patients with pulmonary disease can walk in six minutes has long been an effective clinical tool to help physicians determine their exercise capacity, as well as to aid in predicting health outcomes and mortality. Now, in a…
Walking speed may predict return to work in young stroke survivors
Stroke journal report
Pesticide exposure may increase heart disease and stroke risk
Journal of the American Heart Association Report
New algorithm expands neurologists’ ability to assess for clot-removing procedure
An algorithm developed by faculty at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) can help physicians outside of major stroke treatment centers assess whether a patient suffering from ischemic stroke would benefit from an endovascular procedure to remove a clot blocking an artery.
Cellular senescence is associated with age-related blood clots
Cells that become senescent irrevocably stop dividing under stress, spewing out a mix of inflammatory proteins that lead to chronic inflammation as more and more of the cells accumulate over time. Publishing in the September 24 edition of Cell Reports…
Temple researchers identify new target regulating mitochondria during stress
Discovery could lead to new approach to treating heart failure, heart attack, stroke and neurodegeneration
Imaging reveals new results from landmark stem cell trial for stroke
Researchers led by Sean I. Savitz, MD, reported today in the journal Stem Cells that bone marrow cells used to treat ischemic stroke in an expanded Phase I trial were not only safe and feasible, but also resulted in enhanced…
American Heart Association award to study stroke recovery
When someone has an ischemic stroke, doctors work swiftly to remove the arterial blockage and restore blood flow to the brain. But sometimes even once the blockage is removed, there’s lasting – sometimes fatal – damage. “Every minute when someone’s…
Advanced MRI brain scan may help predict stroke-related dementia
Stroke Journal report
Shimmer announces launch of healthcare industry open source initiative for wearable sensor algorithm
Initiative will enable the development of industry standards for wearable sensor data
TTUHSC researchers to investigate effects of vaping on the brain
For the past decade, the popularity of electronic cigarette use, or vaping, has grown significantly, especially among adolescents and former smokers who view these electronic nicotine delivery systems, or e-cigarettes, as a safe alternative to traditional tobacco smoking. Though the…
New study reveals ‘smart’ approach to detecting common heart condition
A new study, presented as ‘Late Breaking Science’ at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) annual congress and published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology , highlights the feasible use of mobile health (mHealth) devices to help…
UTEP School of Pharmacy awarded NIH grant to study thirdhand smoke
Researchers at The University of Texas at El Paso’s School of Pharmacy have been awarded $1.8 million from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to study the effects of thirdhand smoke…
Eliminating visual stimulation may help counter symptoms of spatial neglect after stroke
Kessler stroke team observes effects of blindfolding on postural asymmetry after hemorrhagic stroke
Adults with cerebral palsy about twice as likely to develop non-communicable diseases
Thursday, 29 August 2019 – Adults with cerebral palsy are about twice as likely to develop cardiovascular disease and chronic respiratory disease compared to adults without cerebral palsy, according to a new study led by RCSI (Royal College of Surgeons…
Review: Biofeedback could help treat a number of conditions
Headaches among the ailments with strong evidence
Total heart disease deaths on the rise
Majority of these deaths are preventable, study authors say
Pitt bioengineer aims to change stroke patients’ perception to improve gait rehabilitation
University of Pittsburgh’s Gelsy Torres-Oviedo receives an $805K NSF CAREER Award for a novel approa
Pitt bioengineer aims to change stroke patients’ perception to improve gait rehabilitation
University of Pittsburgh’s Gelsy Torres-Oviedo receives an $805K NSF CAREER Award for a novel approa
Both talk therapy and medications show some efficacy for reducing suicide risk
Below please find summaries of new articles that will be published in the next issue of Annals of Internal Medicine . The summaries are not intended to substitute for the full articles as a source of information. 1. Both talk…
Who you see matters: Stroke patients benefit more from observing their own hand movements during the
Japanese scientists at Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology (TUAT) have found that for stroke patients, observing their own hand movements in a video-assisted therapy – as opposed to someone else’s hand – could enhance brain activity and speed up…
Who you see matters: Stroke patients benefit more from observing their own hand movements during the
Japanese scientists at Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology (TUAT) have found that for stroke patients, observing their own hand movements in a video-assisted therapy – as opposed to someone else’s hand – could enhance brain activity and speed up…
Suit up with a robot to walk and run more easily
A versatile, portable exosuit that assists both walking and running highlights the potential for lig
Canadian researchers find ‘silent’ strokes common after surgery
Linked to cognitive decline
Multiplex biochip for accurate differentiation of stroke types launched at AACC
A ground-breaking new test which improves the accuracy of stroke diagnosis has been developed by Randox scientists.
Blood Test Predicts Stroke Risk in Patients with Diabetes
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Having diabetes is a risk factor for many other health conditions, including stroke. “Every 40 seconds an American has a stroke,” says Frederick Korley, M.D., Ph.D., an assistant professor of emergency medicine at Michigan Medicine. “To be…