Movement Impairments in Autism Could Be Reversible
The study suggests motor learning difficulties can be reversed through behavioral training.... Read More...
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More is Better When Coordinating with Others
According to researchers, physical coordination is more beneficial in larger groups. The findings could help improve current physical rehabilitation techniques by training patients in groups to improve movement skills.
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Rats in Augmented Reality Help Show How the Brain Determines Location
Using augmented reality, researchers discover how rats recalibrate learned relationships between a landmark, speed, distance and time to create a locational 'map' in the brain.... Read More...
How the Brain Prepares For Action
Researchers have identified the neural processes that occur milliseconds before we execute a series of skilled movements.... Read More...
Moving More in Old Age May Protect Brain From Dementia
According to researchers, older adults who move more than average may be better protected from dementia symptoms. The study reports physical activity helps maintain cognitive skills when there are signs of Alzheimer's pathology in the brain.... Read More...
How Musicians Communicate Non-Verbally During Performance
Fitting musicians with motion capture sensors and applying mathematical techniques, researchers discover how musicians communicate non-verbally while performing different pieces of music.... Read More...
Pioneering Surgery Restores Movement in Children Paralyzed by Acute Flaccid Myelitis
Researchers have developed a new and innovative surgery that involves the transfer of nerves to help restore movement to children suffering paralysis as a result of contracting AFM.... Read More...
Virtual Reality Brings Jedi Powers to Life with Force Push
Researchers say Force Push will give users the ability to move distant objects using an approach for remote object manipulation in virtual reality.... Read More...
Babies Kicking in the Womb Are Creating a Map of Their Bodies
A new study reports kicks and movements of unborn babies in the womb allow the child to map their bodies and assist in the eventual exploration of their surroundings.... Read More...
To Predict the Future, the Brain Has Two Clocks
Researchers report there are two distinct ways in which we make temporal predictions, and these rely on different parts of the brain. The findings offer a new perspective on how humans calculate when to make a move. ... Read More...
Breakthrough in Treatment for Restless Leg Syndrome
Researchers report, in restless leg syndrome, neurons targeting muscles may be responsible. ... Read More...
Making Moves and Memories: Are They Connected?
Researchers have identified a new role for the cerebellum. Rather than just helping to control muscle activity, the cerebellum may also play a critical role in cognitive functions. ... Read More...