Learning To Breathe: German Clinic Helps COVID Long Haulers by Frank Jordans and Kerstein Sopke. AP. April 20, 2021.
Showing posts with label rehabilitation. Show all posts
Showing posts with label rehabilitation. Show all posts
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Wednesday, January 30, 2019
Cognitive Rehabilitation Helps People With Dementia Preserve Or Improve Abilities
Dementia May Never Improve, But Many Patients Still Can Learn by Paula Span. The New York Times. January 4, 2019.
Wednesday, January 2, 2019
Psychological And Social Support Often Needed After Heart Attack
Heart Patients Need Kindness As Much As Medical Intervention. University of Portsmouth/Medical Xpress. January 2, 2019.
Thursday, November 8, 2018
"Prehabilitation" May Improve Heart Surgery Recovery
"Prehabilitation" May Improve Heart Surgery Recovery. Harvard Heart Letter. November 2018.
Sunday, December 14, 2014
Material Developed That Can Sense Touch; Could Be used To Give Artificial Limbs Feeling
Artificial Skin that Senses, And Stretches Like The Real Thing by David Talbot. Technology Review. December 9, 2014.
Monday, December 1, 2014
Biomarker Testing For Drunk Drivers Offers New Approach To Old Problem
Biomarker Tests Help Monitor Repeat Drunken Drivers by Katie Golden. USA TODAY. December 1, 2014.
Thursday, April 24, 2014
A Software Upgrade For Hearing; New Device Aids Move From Merely Restoring Loss Toward Surpassing Ordinary Human Abilities
Conjuring Images Of A Bionic Future by Farhad Manjoo. The New York Times. April 23, 2014.
Wednesday, January 8, 2014
Transforming The Rigors Of Physical Therapy Into A Life Purpose
The Lessons Of Physical Therapy by Gabrielle Giffords. The New York Times. January 7, 2013.
A first-person account by former congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords whoc has learned powerful lessons from her physical therapy, lessons which she applies to her fight for gun regulation
A first-person account by former congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords whoc has learned powerful lessons from her physical therapy, lessons which she applies to her fight for gun regulation
Saturday, October 5, 2013
Major College Head Coach Works Around Epileptic Seizures
For Coach, Seizures Are Mere Distractions by Greg Bishop. The New York Times. October 4, 2013.
The story of Jerry Kill, head football coach of the Golden Gophers of the University of Minnesota, probably the only coach in college football with a seizure protocol.
The story of Jerry Kill, head football coach of the Golden Gophers of the University of Minnesota, probably the only coach in college football with a seizure protocol.
Friday, May 17, 2013
GA Flesh-Eating Bacteria Victim Gets Bionic Hands
GA. Flesh-Eating Bacteria Victim Gets Bionic Hands by DeMarco Morgan. WXIA-TV/USA TODAY. May 17, 2013.
Read the article above and test your recall.
(1) The condition that cost Copeland her arms and legs was _______________ which led to _________ failure and ___________.
(2) The hands can be controlled by her muscles and by ______________.
(3) Copeland states that the prosthetic arms feel like ________________.
Read the article above and test your recall.
(1) The condition that cost Copeland her arms and legs was _______________ which led to _________ failure and ___________.
(2) The hands can be controlled by her muscles and by ______________.
(3) Copeland states that the prosthetic arms feel like ________________.
Saturday, May 4, 2013
Standing Without The Brain
Standing Promise by Nate Berg. Discovery Magazine. June 2013. Available in hard copy on news stand or by subscription.
(1) What assumptions about the spinal cord has been overturned by the research recounted in this article?
(2) What assumptions about the differences between the brain and the spinal cord have been overturned by the research in this article?
(3) Trace the origins of the research through the early illness of Reggie Edgerton, research done at the University of Gothenurg, Edgerton's research upon returning to UCLA, the role of Christopher Reeve, and the research of Susan Harkema, human experiments with electrode devices.
(4) Edgerton found that " a spinal cord could learn if you expose it to a ________ ________"
(5) What is the next step in the research?
(6) What are three other experimental methods being explored to provide a biological cure for paralysis?
(1) What assumptions about the spinal cord has been overturned by the research recounted in this article?
(2) What assumptions about the differences between the brain and the spinal cord have been overturned by the research in this article?
(3) Trace the origins of the research through the early illness of Reggie Edgerton, research done at the University of Gothenurg, Edgerton's research upon returning to UCLA, the role of Christopher Reeve, and the research of Susan Harkema, human experiments with electrode devices.
(4) Edgerton found that " a spinal cord could learn if you expose it to a ________ ________"
(5) What is the next step in the research?
(6) What are three other experimental methods being explored to provide a biological cure for paralysis?
Friday, May 3, 2013
3D Printed Bionic Ear Created At Princeton, Melds Biology And Electronics
Printable Functional "Bionic" Ear Melds Electronics And Biology. Science Daily. May 1, 2013.
If you are like me, you would like to remember more of what you read. I find that I remember an article better if (1) I am looking for something specific or (2) I am surprised. Read these, what I call, motivated-reading questions to help you remember more effectively.
(1) What are the four components used by scientists to create the bionic ear?
(2) What is the new approach to integrating electronic materials with biological materials?
(3) How is a tooth "tattoo" related to bionic ear?
(4) Define "cybernetics" and explain its potential.
(5) What problem did 3D printing solve in creating a bionic ear?
(6) This was the first time that researchers demonstrated that __________________.
(7) What is one of the possible uses of sensors integrated into biological tissues?
(8) Does the current bionic ear use acoustic sounds?
(9) What are the two most surprising facts you learned from this article?
If you are like me, you would like to remember more of what you read. I find that I remember an article better if (1) I am looking for something specific or (2) I am surprised. Read these, what I call, motivated-reading questions to help you remember more effectively.
(1) What are the four components used by scientists to create the bionic ear?
(2) What is the new approach to integrating electronic materials with biological materials?
(3) How is a tooth "tattoo" related to bionic ear?
(4) Define "cybernetics" and explain its potential.
(5) What problem did 3D printing solve in creating a bionic ear?
(6) This was the first time that researchers demonstrated that __________________.
(7) What is one of the possible uses of sensors integrated into biological tissues?
(8) Does the current bionic ear use acoustic sounds?
(9) What are the two most surprising facts you learned from this article?
Saturday, April 6, 2013
Astrophysicists And Cell Biologists Team Up To Develop A New Technique To Grow New Bone
"Nanokicking" Stem Cells Offers Cheaper and Easier Way To Grow Bone. Medical News Today. April 5, 2013.
The "nanokicking" is derived from laser interferometry, an astrophysical technique. It replicates a vibration that occurs in the membranes of bone cells when they stick together to form new bone naturally. Nanokicking causes mesenchymal stem cells to differentiate into bone cells. Next the researchers will work with rehabilitation engineers to help patients.
The "nanokicking" is derived from laser interferometry, an astrophysical technique. It replicates a vibration that occurs in the membranes of bone cells when they stick together to form new bone naturally. Nanokicking causes mesenchymal stem cells to differentiate into bone cells. Next the researchers will work with rehabilitation engineers to help patients.
Sunday, February 10, 2013
Thought-Controlled Robotic Arm Gives 'High Five' to Researchers, Hope to Paralyzed Man
Paralyzed Man Uses Thoughts Alone To Control Robot Arm, Touch Friend's Hand, After Seven Years. Science Daily. February 8, 2013.
Brain-computer interface technology was employed on a man who had suffered a spinal cord injury allowing him, first, to move a computer cursor and, later, a robotic arm.
Brain-computer interface technology was employed on a man who had suffered a spinal cord injury allowing him, first, to move a computer cursor and, later, a robotic arm.
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Tai Chi May Reduce Falls In Stroke Survivors
Tai Chi Exercise May Reduce Falls In Adult Stroke Survivors. Medical Xpress. February 6, 2013
Stroke survivors experience seven times as many falls as healthy adults. In this study conducted by the University of Arizona College of Nursing, it was found in a limited study group that Tai Chi reduced falls more than the national program under the registered trademark name SilverSneakers.
Stroke survivors experience seven times as many falls as healthy adults. In this study conducted by the University of Arizona College of Nursing, it was found in a limited study group that Tai Chi reduced falls more than the national program under the registered trademark name SilverSneakers.
Monday, January 21, 2013
ACL Injuries Have More Than Tripled Since 2000
Knee Surgeries Like RGIII's Are On The Rise by Janice Lloyd. USA Today. January 11, 2013.
Robert Griffin III of the Washington Redskins tore two of the four primary ligaments of the knee. Injuries to one of those ligaments, the ACL, are increasingly common and do not result from contact. A pivot, turn, or twist may cause the injury, which are expected to rise with the aging of the Baby Boomers. The article provides keys to avoiding this injury, interesting facts such as females are more at risk than males, and a brief overview of the surgery and rehab.
Robert Griffin III of the Washington Redskins tore two of the four primary ligaments of the knee. Injuries to one of those ligaments, the ACL, are increasingly common and do not result from contact. A pivot, turn, or twist may cause the injury, which are expected to rise with the aging of the Baby Boomers. The article provides keys to avoiding this injury, interesting facts such as females are more at risk than males, and a brief overview of the surgery and rehab.
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Targeted Muscle Reinnervation Gives Amputee Veteran A New Chance
Learning to Accept and Master, a $110,000 Mechanical Arm by James Dao. The New York Times. November 27, 2012.
Cpl. Sebasian Gallegos 's arm was blown off in Afghanistan. Now the new technology of targeted muscle reinnervation has made control of prothesis more intuitive. Projected future advances will allow amputees to feel with their prosthesis or use pattern-recognition software to move even more intuitively. Cpl. Gallegos has had to overcome the rigors of learning to focus on producing the movements he wants. He has had to overcome phantom-limb pain and nerve "cross talk" where some nerves are dominant, making certain movements difficult. This is an inspiring story of a determined individual.
Cpl. Sebasian Gallegos 's arm was blown off in Afghanistan. Now the new technology of targeted muscle reinnervation has made control of prothesis more intuitive. Projected future advances will allow amputees to feel with their prosthesis or use pattern-recognition software to move even more intuitively. Cpl. Gallegos has had to overcome the rigors of learning to focus on producing the movements he wants. He has had to overcome phantom-limb pain and nerve "cross talk" where some nerves are dominant, making certain movements difficult. This is an inspiring story of a determined individual.
Saturday, November 24, 2012
Neuroprosthetic Device Streams Braille Patterns Directly on Retina
Blind Patient Reads Words Stimulated Directly Onto Retina: Neuroprosthetic Device Uses Implant to Project Visual Braille. ScienceDaily. November 22, 2012.
The device described in this article is a small camera mounted on glasses coupled with a processor to translate signals into electrical stimulation which are in turn transferred to a microchip with electrodes which are implanted on the retina. Now implanted in over 50 patients, many of these blind individuals can now see color, movement, and objects. This is the first time streamed braille onto a blind person's retina.
The device described in this article is a small camera mounted on glasses coupled with a processor to translate signals into electrical stimulation which are in turn transferred to a microchip with electrodes which are implanted on the retina. Now implanted in over 50 patients, many of these blind individuals can now see color, movement, and objects. This is the first time streamed braille onto a blind person's retina.
Monday, November 12, 2012
Touch-Sensitive Plastic Skin Heals Itself
Touch-Sensitive Plastic Skin Heals Itself. Science Daily. November 11, 2012.
A chemical engineering professor and her team at Stanford have succeeded in developing an artificial skin that combines the self-healing ability of a plastic polymer and the conductivity of a metal. The conductivity is crucial in order to interface with the digital world. The material they developed is sensitive enough to detect the pressure of a handshake making it ideal for use in prosthetics.
A chemical engineering professor and her team at Stanford have succeeded in developing an artificial skin that combines the self-healing ability of a plastic polymer and the conductivity of a metal. The conductivity is crucial in order to interface with the digital world. The material they developed is sensitive enough to detect the pressure of a handshake making it ideal for use in prosthetics.
Monday, November 5, 2012
Human Enhancement: Possibilities and Perils
How Science Can Build a Better You by David Ewing Duncan. The New York Times. November 3, 2012.
Enhancing human capabilities through medical technologies seems to an increasingly wide-spread possibility. Already such devices as a prosthetic arm that responds to thoughts, cochlear implants, electrodes to compensate for macular degeneration, and exoskeletons that allow the paralyzed to walk are being developed or have actually been used. The article also mentions drugs that alter enzymes and proteins that may enhance speed endurance or neural performance. Ethical and societal issues of human enhancement are also addressed in the article.
Enhancing human capabilities through medical technologies seems to an increasingly wide-spread possibility. Already such devices as a prosthetic arm that responds to thoughts, cochlear implants, electrodes to compensate for macular degeneration, and exoskeletons that allow the paralyzed to walk are being developed or have actually been used. The article also mentions drugs that alter enzymes and proteins that may enhance speed endurance or neural performance. Ethical and societal issues of human enhancement are also addressed in the article.
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