Neurology

– These articles focus mainly on neurology research.
– What is neurology?
– Definition of neurology: a science involved in the study of the nervous systems, especially of the diseases and disorders affecting them.
– Neurology research can include information involving brain research, neurological disorders, medicine, brain cancer, peripheral nervous systems, central nervous systems, nerve damage, brain tumors, seizures, neurosurgery, electrophysiology, BMI, brain injuries, paralysis and spinal cord treatments.

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Featured Neurology Pain

·August 18, 2016·3 min read

Designer Agent Blocks Pain Without Morphine’s Side Effects: Mouse Study

Researchers have developed a new compound that selectively targets the brain's analgesic circuitry, but does not trigger potentially lethal side effects like traditional opioids.

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·August 18, 2016·5 min read

Calcium Supplements Linked to Dementia Risk in Women With Certain Health Conditions

According to researchers, calcium supplements could be associated with an increased risk of developing dementia in older women who have had a stroke or show signs of cerebrovascular disease.

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·August 16, 2016·4 min read

Chronic Pain Linked to Partners of People With Depression

A new study reports people with partners who suffer from depression are more likely to suffer from chronic pain.

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·August 16, 2016·4 min read

Exercise and Diet Can Reduce Build Up of Protein Linked to Alzheimer’s

Researchers report a healthy diet, regular exercise and a normal BMI can help protect against the build up of proteins associated with Alzheimer's disease.

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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.

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·August 15, 2016·5 min read

How Parkinson’s Alters Brain Activity Over Time

Researchers have identified how specific brain areas change over time in patients with Parkinson's disease.

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·August 15, 2016·4 min read

Defect in Process That Controls Gene Expression May Contribute to Huntington’s Disease

Researchers reveal the role PRC2 plays in Huntington's disease and other neurodegenerative diseases.

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·August 11, 2016·3 min read

Brain Stimulation Technique Shown Effective in Phantom Limb Pain

A new study reports transcranial magnetic stimulation can significantly reduce phantom limb pain.

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·August 11, 2016·4 min read

Targeting the Gut-Brain Connection Can Impact Immunity

Researchers report that manipulating dopamine signaling in the nervous system of C. elegans can control inflammation in the gut.

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·August 11, 2016·9 min read

Paraplegics Regain Some Feeling After Using Brain Machine Interfaces

Researchers have developed a brain machine interface that incorporates virtual reality which has allowed some paraplegic patients to regain some feeling in their limbs.