As medicine has evolved and technology has improved, so has the diagnosis and treatment of several diseases. Alzheimer's disease, a type of dementia, was once nearly always the diagnosis for patients with severe memory loss. However, today we know that there are many different reasons that could be … [Read more...] about Evolving Neurology: Alzheimer's Disease
How Much Has Neurology Changed Over the Years?
Since 500 BC we have known that change is central to the universe. Greek Philosopler Heraclitus of Epesus is famously quoted as saying, "The only thing that is constant is change." That is certainly true when it comes to the research and practice of medicine. At one time, ulcers were believed to be … [Read more...] about How Much Has Neurology Changed Over the Years?
Headaches: What You Need to Know
Nearly everyone has experienced a headache at one time or another. As many as 45 million Americans suffer from chronic severe headaches and headaches are the reason for more than 8 million doctor visits each year. Those are pretty incredible statistics but when head pain strikes, how many people … [Read more...] about Headaches: What You Need to Know
Physical Endurance and the Brain
Most athletes train their bodies every single day. However, many times the same care and discipline is overlooked when it comes to training the brain. How important is mental strength to achieving the highest possible physical performance? It could very well be the key. Conversely, studies are also … [Read more...] about Physical Endurance and the Brain
Childhood Migraines… Do You Know the Signs?
Migraines in children are a very common occurrence, but sometimes even the child doesn’t know that a migraine is what they are experiencing. Much more than a headache, migraines can affect every part of one’s life, making it difficult to focus on school, socialize with their peers or just have good … [Read more...] about Childhood Migraines… Do You Know the Signs?
Can Bioelectronics Really Replace Drug Therapies?
An in-depth and very interesting article published by the New York Times, “Can the Nervous System Be Hacked?”, shares the efforts of neurosurgeon and Feinstein Institute president, Kevin Tracey to uncover the link between the nervous system and the immune system. More specifically, his work led to … [Read more...] about Can Bioelectronics Really Replace Drug Therapies?
"Ice Bucket" Challenge Shines Light on ALS
From Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to our neighbors' front lawn, it seems people everywhere are taking the ALS "ice bucket" challenge in an effort to raise awareness and money to help fight ALS. Raising more than $100 million to date, the challenge has been a huge success for the ALS Association, … [Read more...] about "Ice Bucket" Challenge Shines Light on ALS
Decoding the Language of the Brain
The brian is an extraordinary thing. A highly specialized organ that is responsible for everything that happens in our bodies, from thoughts to movement. The brain has several different parts and each has a unique job to do. Made up of nerve cells that interact with the body through the spinal cord … [Read more...] about Decoding the Language of the Brain
Understanding Parkinson's Disease
In the days following the sad news around the suicide of comedian and actor, Robin Williams, many health issues came to light including the fact that he had recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease is a progressive nervous system disorder that affects movement. … [Read more...] about Understanding Parkinson's Disease