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University of Michigan Health opens brain-computer interface clinic, among first in nation
University of Michigan Health has launched a brain-computer interface clinic for patients with motor and speech disabilities. The advanced technology has potential to recover functionality loss that occurs due to injury or disease.
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Using virtual reality for stroke rehabilitation
Researchers at University of Michigan Health are using virtual reality technology to aid in mirror therapy physical therapy routines for stroke survivors.
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Changing the definition of cerebral palsy
Cerebral palsy is defined as a childhood disorder, which fails to recognize adults living with the condition and the lack of care they receive once they age out of pediatric clinics.
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Pediatric neuro rehabilitation program provides answers for 10-year-old with a traumatic brain injury
The University of Michigan Health Milestones Pediatric Neuro Rehabilitation Program specializes in evaluating and treating children with an acute neurological diagnosis from an injury or illness.
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Brain tumor and car crash survivor aspires to be example for others living with disabilities
A car accident at age 20 left Sahar Mashhour in the intensive care unit for three months. Almost six years later, Mashhour is still pursuing her passions proving that her disability doesn’t limit her ability, but instead helps her see life through a different lens.
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The malfunction of an undamaged brain
People with these two functional neurologic disorders often go misdiagnosed
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Fighting back against Parkinson's disease
The program, held at TITLE Boxing Club in Ann Arbor, is an affiliate of Rock Steady Boxing, a national nonprofit organization. Boxing helps patients with dopamine regulation, strength, stamina and camaraderie.
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Using neuropsychology to heal from cancer treatment
Using neuropsychology to heal from cancer treatment: A multidisciplinary clinic uses this method to help patients after oncology treatments
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Screening and treatment bring hope for children with spinal muscular atrophy
One in 50 people carry the gene for the neuromuscular condition.
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His brother had a traumatic brain injury. Now, his mission is to research new treatments
Trauma creates ripples. When Matthew Finneran’s brother Ryan suffered a traumatic brain injury, his injury and recovery inspired Matthew to pursue a life’s work of researching innovative therapies for TBI patients.
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Why Inpatient Physical Rehabilitation is Key to Getting Back Home
Inpatient rehabilitation for stroke and lumbar spinal stenosis improves patient functionality and quality of life.
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Understanding Quality of Life for Caregivers of Persons with Traumatic Brain Injury
New research uses a unique survey tool to understand how caring for a person with TBI impacts the caregiver’s mental health and well-being.
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Free Online Toolkit Helps People with Multiple Sclerosis Manage Symptoms
A new, free online toolkit helps patients with multiple sclerosis manage chronic pain, fatigue and depressed mood from home.
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A Former U-M Hockey Player’s Advice: ‘Take Concussion Risk Seriously’
After sustaining multiple blows to the head during his college hockey career, a Wolverine returns to campus decades later for specialized neurological help.
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Review: Insomnia Medication May Wake Up Some Patients from Vegetative State
A systematic review of zolpidem for noninsomnia neurological disorders, including movement disorders and disorders of consciousness, finds reason for additional research.
