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health-and-medicine1 year ago

"Stem Cell Therapy Offers Hope for Spinal Cord Injury Recovery"

A phase 1 clinical trial conducted by Mayo Clinic has shown that stem cells derived from patients' own fat may safely improve sensation and movement in individuals with traumatic spinal cord injuries, challenging the belief that such injuries are irreparable. Seven out of ten participants demonstrated measurable improvements, with no serious side effects reported. The study paves the way for larger trials to assess the efficacy and optimal patient profiles for stem cell therapy in spinal cord recovery, offering new hope for innovative treatments in this field.

via Neuroscience News|
#clinical-trial#health-and-medicine#neuroscience
health2 years ago

The Hidden Dangers of Nitrous Oxide: Life-Changing Spinal Cord Injuries in Young People

Nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas or NOS, is causing life-changing spinal cord injuries in young people, according to a neurologist. The popularity of nitrous oxide among 16 to 24-year-olds, particularly in the Asian community, has surged due to social media exposure. Neurologists are seeing an increase in cases where patients experience symptoms such as tingling, numbness, difficulty walking, unsteadiness, and loss of coordination. Nitrous oxide depletes vitamin B12, which is crucial for nerve function, leading to the loss of insulation around nerves. The use of larger cylinders with higher doses has become more prevalent, and many users are unaware of the proper dosage. The neurologist emphasizes the need for education and awareness to prevent these avoidable injuries.

via The Telegraph|
#drug-abuse#health#neurology
science-and-technology2 years ago

"Unlocking the Potential: Biomarkers Revolutionize Neuron Regeneration"

Researchers at UC San Diego have discovered a biomarker using single-cell RNA sequencing that can predict whether neurons will regenerate after injury. This finding could lead to the development of regenerative therapies for spinal cord injuries and other neurological conditions. The biomarker, called the Regeneration Classifier, was found to be consistently reliable in neurons across the nervous system and at different developmental stages. While the classifier is currently a tool for lab research, the researchers hope to use it to predict the effectiveness of regenerative therapies in preclinical contexts and move closer to clinical trials.

via SciTechDaily|
#biomarker#neuronal-regeneration#neuroscience
health2 years ago

Revolutionary Spinal Cord Regeneration Restores Mobility

Scientists have made a breakthrough in repairing spinal cord injuries by identifying a specific class of neurons that can drive regeneration. In a study published in Science, researchers found that these neurons are crucial for short-distance and long-distance communication within the body. By exposing the neurons to chemical signals that guided them to the injury sites, the researchers successfully restored motor abilities in mice with spinal cord injuries. This discovery could pave the way for future research in repairing spinal cord injuries in humans and potentially other forms of central nervous system injury and disease.

via The Messenger|
#health#neurons#regeneration
health2 years ago

Age-related Immune Response Changes in Spinal Cord Injuries.

The immune response to spinal cord injuries weakens as people age, according to new research. The study highlights the critical role the membranes surrounding the spinal cord play in this immune response. The findings could help develop treatments to bolster the body’s immune response, improving outcomes for patients, particularly the elderly. The meninges surrounding the spinal cord play an essential role in the immune response to spinal-cord injury. The discovery of the unknown vessels in the membranes, or meninges, surrounding the brain rewrote textbooks and opened a whole new frontier in neurological research.

via Neuroscience News|
#aging#health#immune-response
sports2 years ago

Dartmouth Football Coach Buddy Teevens Undergoes Leg Amputation

Dartmouth football coach Buddy Teevens had his right leg amputated and suffered spinal cord injuries after his bicycle was hit by a pickup truck going 50 mph last month. Teevens, who played quarterback for Dartmouth and who has coached the program for 23 seasons over two stints, has a 117-101-2 record with the Big Green, including 3-7 last season. Teevens, an advocate for implementing measures to decrease head injuries in football, has had Dartmouth remove live tackling in practices since 2010 to reduce the risk of concussions.

via ESPN|
#bicycle-accident#buddy-teevens#dartmouth
sports2 years ago

Dartmouth Football Coach Buddy Teevens Loses Leg in Bike Crash

Dartmouth football coach Buddy Teevens had his right leg amputated and suffered spinal cord injuries after a bicycling accident last month. Teevens, an "avid cyclist," is alert and communicating with his family and will be transferred to a rehab facility to continue healing. He has served as the head coach of the Big Green football team twice and has added five titles as a coach.

via USA TODAY|
#bicycling-accident#buddy-teevens#dartmouth
health2 years ago

Revolutionizing Prosthetics: A 60 Minutes Report.

60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley reports on the advancements in prosthetic technology, including the breakthrough of connecting the robot directly to the brain. People with spinal cord injuries and amputations can now control prosthetic limbs with their minds and even return a sense of touch to their brain. The technology has advanced to the point where people can bypass their damaged spine and control their own arm through sensors inside their body.

via CBS News|
#health#innovation#medical-devices