FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·February 11, 2022·2 min readSlow Walk and Memory Issues May Predict Dementia RiskStudy suggests those who walk slowly and have memory problems are at double the risk of developing dementia later in life.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·August 19, 2020·4 min readThe Role of Muscle Strength in Aging Cognitive HealthHandgrip strength correlates with cognitive function, attention, and psychomotor function in older men. No association was found between muscle mass and cognitive function.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 11, 2019·5 min readSlower walkers have older brains and bodies at 45Slower walkers have accelerated aging in middle age, both physically and cognitively. Tests given to measure IQ, language, motor skills, and emotional control at age 3, can predict walking speed and thus accelerated aging during middle age.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·July 23, 2019·3 min readSlower walking speed may predict future mobility problemsSlower walking speed may be associated with the development of mobility disorders later in life.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·June 1, 2018·4 min readWalking Faster Could Make You Live LongerResearchers report walking at a brisk speed can help to increase your lifespan. The study reveals walking at a normal speed is associated with a 20% reduction for all cause mortality, and brisk walking reduced risks by 24%.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·March 25, 2018·3 min readOlder Adults Who Have Slower Walking Speeds May Have Increased Dementia RiskA new study reveals older adults with slower walking speeds are at an increased risk of developing dementia.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience Videos·June 29, 2017·4 min readHippocampus Underlies the Link Between Slowed Walking and Mental DeclineA 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
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 1, 2017·3 min readWireless Device Can See Through Walls to Detect Walking SpeedA new wireless device is able to detect walking speeds and could help monitor and diagnose health issues.Read More
