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·July 20, 2017·4 min read

Smart Walk Assist Improves Rehabilitation

Researchers have developed a new algorithm for a walking system that allows those with spinal cord injury to regain mobility. Researchers say their system, Smart Walk Assist, is designed to promote natural walking patterns in patients, so the nervous system can learn how to walk again. Read More

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·June 29, 2017·4 min read

Hippocampus Underlies the Link Between Slowed Walking and Mental Decline

A new study reports a connection between slowed walking speed and cognitive decline appears to arise in the right hippocampus. Researchers recommend older people may benefit if their doctors measure their walking speed and check for changes over time, which could be an early indicator of impending cognitive decline. Read More

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·May 10, 2017·5 min read

Multiple Sclerosis and Stroke Patients Walk Significantly Better With Neural Stimulation

Researchers improve the ability to walk in patients with multiple sclerosis and stroke survivors with the help of functional electrical stimulation. Read More

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·November 11, 2016·4 min read

Keeping Our Balance: Our Vestibular System Reflects Evolution From Sea to Land

Researchers reveal how our vesibular system reflects the story of our evolution, from sea to land. Read More

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·September 25, 2016·4 min read

Trial Helps Doctors Tell Lewy Body Dementia From Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s

A new study reports on how the clinical profiles of Lewy body dementia differ from Alzhiemer's or Parkinson's disease. Read More

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·September 14, 2016·3 min read

Study Reveals Link Between Aggression and Way People Walk

A new study reports the way a person walks may reveal how aggressive they are. Read More

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·August 15, 2016·4 min read

Gaming Camera Could Aid Multiple Sclerosis Treatment

A common game system camera could be used as an effective means of evaluating gait and walking problems in people with multiple sclerosis. Read More

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·January 13, 2016·5 min read

Parkinson’s Symptoms Improved With Help of Common Dementia Drug

Researchers report a commonly prescribed dementia drug shows promise in preventing falls and improving quality of life for people with Parkinson's disease. Read More

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·November 4, 2015·4 min read

Formation of New Blood Vessels May Account for Walking and Balance Problems in Parkinson’s

Researchers report the angiogenesis in the brain could be a cause of some of the intractable walking and balance difficulties associated with Parkinson's disease. Read More

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·October 8, 2015·3 min read

Mapping Human Movement with Computational Models

A researcher has developed a computational model that maps human locomotion to help improve assistive and rehabilitative robotics. Read More

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·September 17, 2015·4 min read

Everyday Actions, Not Occasional Strenuous Exercise, Most Beneficial for Parkinson’s Patients

A new study reports that embarking on everyday activities, such as doing the laundry or washing dishes, provides more benefit to people with Parkinson's disease than occasional strenuous activity in helping to control their symptoms. Read More