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Image shows Nancy Worthen is doing art therapy with her daughter, Maggie, who was minimally conscious.

·December 8, 2016·6 min read

Researchers Track Communication in Minimally Conscious Patient

Researchers document the restoration of communication in a minimally conscious patient by measuring brain function before and after communication returned.

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·November 29, 2016·7 min read

Evidence Of Brain Injury Found In Young NFL Players

Researchers observe white matter changes in NFL football players who reported concussions.

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·November 2, 2016·4 min read

Connection Between Brain Inflammation and CTE Identified

A new study reports neuroinflammation could have a direct involvement in the development of CTE.

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·September 27, 2016·3 min read

Math Gives New Insights Into Damage Caused During Brain Surgery

A new math model helps neurosurgeons map the impact of surgery on the brain.

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·September 24, 2016·4 min read

Fish Oil May Help Improve Mood in Veterans

Researchers report lower Omega 3 levels in veterans who expressed an increased risk of being depressed or suicidal.

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·September 21, 2016·4 min read

Stimulating Neurons Could Protect Against Brain Damage

Researchers have discovered a previously unknown mechanism that allows neural networks to protect against the spread of secondary brain damage as seen in TBI and ischemic stroke.

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·September 7, 2016·5 min read

Opening Patient’s Skull Following Head Injury Reduces Brain Swelling Death Risk

Craniectomies following traumatic head injuries can help reduce the risk of death due to brain swelling, a new study reports.

Image shows the location of the thalamus in the human brain.

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·August 24, 2016·4 min read

Using Ultrasound to Jump Start The Brain After Coma

Researchers have developed a new, non-invasive technique that could be used to treat patients with consciousness disorders.

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·August 2, 2016·7 min read

Imaging Brain Cells’ Reactions to Concussive Trauma

According to a new study, researchers have been able to watch in real time what happens to neurons as they experience concussive trauma.

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·July 27, 2016·5 min read

EEG Could Help Indicate Level of Awareness in Those With Consciousness Disorders

Researchers report EEG systems could be useful tools in assessing the levels of awareness in patients in a vegetative state.

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·July 11, 2016·6 min read

Study Finds Link Between TBI and Parkinson’s, But Not Alzheimer’s

According to a new study, people with a history of TBI are at an increased risk for developing some neurodegenerative diseases later in life. However, TBI's don't appear to be linked to a higher risk for Alzheimer's disease.