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07/18/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Like when babies crawl, arm exercises help stroke victims regain use of their legs

People who have suffered a stroke need to relearn the skills that they may have lost, such as walking, to improve the quality of their lives. Arm training exercises may enhance leg function in stroke patients. This was according to a study published in the Journal of Neurophysiology that looked at the effect of arm […]

05/15/2018 / By Tracey Watson

Scientists admit that the distinction between what is “real” and “imagined” is not so clear; what we imagine could change the way we hear sounds

If you’ve ever seen a ventriloquist project his voice in such a way that he appears to be conversing with a lifeless dummy, then you have firsthand knowledge of what scientists call the Ventriloquist Illusion. You see, although the ventriloquist makes it look like he is projecting his voice over a distance so that the […]

03/18/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Science confirms that a diet of vegetables, fruit, whole grains is good for body and mind

Depression is common in older adults, and even more so in people who have memory problems, vascular conditions – such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol – or people who previously have had a stroke. Earlier scientific literature, however, has shown that healthy lifestyle changes are associated with lower depression rates. A study led by researchers […]

03/01/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

New brain-healing bracelet uses vibration to help stroke victims recover faster

A new brain-healing bracelet that uses vibration is being used to help speed the recovery of stroke victims. Known as TheraBracelet, the new device was developed by a group of scientists from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. The scientists tested the device on 10 individuals and found that the application of the vibrations at the wrist […]

01/23/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Rhythmic music aids recovery from stroke: Researchers find percussion therapy helps sufferers regain physical functions

Stroke patients who play percussion instruments, such as drums or cymbals, recover from the impact of stroke. A study discovered that participating in percussion sessions twice a week improved the function of the arms and hands of stroke patients. A team of researchers from Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge in England carried out a study […]

12/26/2017 / By Zoey Sky

After a stroke, brain exercise is key: Virtual reality training found to be effective supplemental therapy for regaining movement

Aside from enhancing a player’s immersion when it comes to video games, a study has recently determined that virtual reality (VR) can also be used to “improve arm and hand movement after a stroke.” VR training is shown to be just as effective as regular therapy and study author Iris Brunner, Ph.D., of Aarhus University, Hammel Neurocenter […]

12/07/2017 / By Russel Davis

Some stress is good, but not too much: Mild stress is good for the brain; too much bad for the heart

Mild levels of stress may actually be beneficial to the body’s overall health, recent research has shown. The study published in the journal Cell Reports reveals that mild stress levels may help stave off the effects of aging, mitigate the risk of developing dementia, and even boost overall survival. “Our findings offer us a strategy for […]

11/08/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Tai Chi found to be pleasant and effective rehab for heart attack patients

Lovingly called “meditation in motion” by those who regularly practice it, the noncompetitive martial art of Tai Chi is now being validated as an effective and alternative rehabilitation treatment for heart attack patients. Tai Chi is comprised of a series of gentle physical movements that can be increased in pace over time. Already it has […]

10/27/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

Sure, being overweight is bad for your health — but so is yo-yo dieting

We all know that being overweight is bad for your health, so when you notice yourself packing on a few extra pounds, it’s only natural to do everything in your power to shed them. While this certainly beats allowing yourself to become obese, it’s not something you want to make a habit of doing, as […]

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