More articles about: Neurology

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10-year-old works to regain independence after rare brain hemorrhage

A young girl works with physical therapists and other specialists in two unique clinics to regain strength again after a rare brain hemorrhage.
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Work-related nerve injuries are common with repetitive motions

Investigators from Michigan Medicine set out to better understand more about occupational nerve injuries.
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30 years of insomnia improved in just four weeks

Sleep medicine experts say psychotherapy is the first line treatment for chronic insomnia
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Bariatric surgery may slow cognitive decline for people with obesity

Investigators found that people with obesity who underwent bariatric surgery had stable cognition two years later. Researchers say it suggests that bariatric surgery may mitigate the natural history of cognitive decline expected in people with obesity.
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Genetic “protection” against depression no match for pandemic stress

By studying first-year college students’ experiences and backgrounds, scientists may have discovered a way to go beyond genetics to predict which students might be more or less vulnerable to stress-related depression.
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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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Study shows baby helmets yield high success rate

Research from the University of Michigan Orthotics and Prosthetics Center looked at the effectiveness of the Michigan Cranial Reshaping Helmet and what age it was best to prescribe them at.
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Scientists develop new model for understanding sudden death in epilepsy

Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed a model for studying one type of familial epilepsy, opening the door to understanding—and eventually targeting—the mechanisms that lead to the disorder and its associated fatalities.
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University of Michigan Health recognized by AHA for highest quality stroke care

University of Michigan Health has received the highest honor from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association as a leader in stroke care in 2022, according to national guidelines and research. This marks the 9th consecutive year that the health system’s Comprehensive Stroke Center has earned the AHA’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke GoldPlus award.
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University of Michigan Health named state’s first Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence

University of Michigan Health, Michigan Medicine, has been designated as a Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence for the care of people with the progressive neurological condition. This marks the first time a health system has received this designation in Michigan.
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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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Higher blood sugar linked to faster loss of brain power in stroke survivors

Research finds higher blood sugar linked to faster loss of brain power in stroke survivors.
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Car crash survivor avoids paralysis after less invasive spine surgery

Learn how a Michigan man, who survived a car crash and faced the risk of paralysis, was able to avoid it through spine endoscopy surgery performed by U-M Health. The innovative surgery is less invasive than traditional spine surgery and has a shorter recovery time.
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Evidence of conscious-like activity in the dying brain

A Michigan Medicine study provides early evidence of a surge of activity correlated with consciousness in the dying brain.
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Connecting the brain’s hot zone

A Michigan Medicine study takes a closer look at the neurobiology of psychedelic experiences.