Therapies that deliver electrical stimulation to the brain to treat neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s have been found to be effective. To deliver this deep brain stimulation (DBS), electrodes are implanted in areas of the brain through small holes drilled in the skull. A pacemaker-like device is also inserted under the skin of the chest to power the electrodes.Continue R
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'Bio-paper' implant: Personalized wireless electrotherapy for Parkinson's
Posted by ArielTechGeek 112 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
Daily gold nanocrystal drink promising as MS and Parkinson’s treatment
Posted by ArielTechGeek 211 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
Phase 2 clinical trials using orally administered gold nanocrystals to treat multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease have produced promising results, restoring metabolites linked to crucial energy activity in the brain that are depleted in these neurodegenerative conditions.Continue ReadingCategory: Medical, ScienceTags: Gold, Nanocrystals, Brain, Parkinson's Disease, Multiple Sclerosis,
Cancer drug by-product may be an untapped Parkinson's treatment
Posted by ArielTechGeek 213 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
A new study has found that a compound created by the body’s breakdown of a cancer drug has therapeutic properties. When combined with the original drug, the by-product produced a synergistic effect to inhibit prostate cancer cells; when used alone, it reduced the buildup of a toxic protein in the brain associated with Parkinson’s disease.Continue ReadingCategory: Medical, ScienceTags: metabolism,
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may pivot to treat Alzheimer's and Parkinson's
Posted by ArielTechGeek 223 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
In yet another surprise attribute of the new class of obesity drugs, scientists have found that GLP-1 receptor agonists can also subdue brain inflammation, giving them a potential ‘superpower’ in the fight against Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases.Continue ReadingCategory: Medical, ScienceTags: University of Toronto, Ozempic, GLP1, Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease, Inflammato
Tiny injected m-Torquers could magnetically treat Parkinson's disease
Posted by ArielTechGeek 230 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
When it comes to the treatment of severe Parkinson's disease, electrical deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a commonly used technique. It does have some serious drawbacks, however, which is why scientists are now looking to tiny wirelessly activated magnets instead.Continue ReadingCategory: Medical, ScienceTags: American Chemical Society, Yonsei University, Parkinson's Disease, Treatment, Brain
Novel ‘Chimera’ drug targets the ‘undruggable’ Parkinson’s protein
Posted by ArielTechGeek 245 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
Inspired by a creature from Greek mythology, researchers have created a ‘two-headed’ drug that prevents the production of the toxic protein linked to Parkinson’s disease before destroying the RNA machinery that makes it. The novel drug may be a way of slowing or even stopping the disease’s progression.Continue ReadingCategory: Medical, ScienceTags: Parkinson's Disease, RNA, Protein, Drug, Sc
Assistive "anti-freeze" exoskeleton keeps Parkinson's patients walking
Posted by ArielTechGeek 248 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
People with Parkinson's disease frequently develop a problem known as "gait freeze," in which their legs simply stop stepping forward as they're walking. A new powered exoskeleton, however, has proven to be very effective at keeping such individuals' legs going.Continue ReadingCategory: Good Thinking, LifestyleTags: Exoskeleton, Assistive Technologies, Parkinson's Disease, Harvard, Boston Un
Stem cell breakthrough may mean better treatment for Parkinson’s disease
Posted by ArielTechGeek 278 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
Researchers have genetically engineered stem cells so that they differentiate into greater numbers of the specific dopamine-producing neurons needed for effective Parkinson’s disease cell therapy. The method could also be used to generate other types of brain cells to treat a range of disorders.Continue ReadingCategory: Medical, ScienceTags: Parkinson's Disease, Stem Cells, Genetic engineeri
Portable device detects Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s biomarkers on the spot
Posted by ArielTechGeek 302 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
Because of the logistics and invasive procedures involved, many people put off getting tested for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. Thanks to a new portable device, however, such testing could soon be performed non-invasively at just about any location.Continue ReadingCategory: Medical, ScienceTags: UC San Diego, Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease, Neurological, Diagnostic dev
Repurposed Parkinson’s drug found to be effective against brain cancer
Posted by ArielTechGeek 311 days ago (https://newatlas.com)
Researchers have found that a now-discontinued drug used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease may be effective at treating metastatic breast cancer and the brain metastases that can often result. The repurposed drug has the potential to be a novel therapeutic in the fight against cancer.Continue ReadingCategory: Medical, ScienceTags: Cancer, Breast cancer, Brain cancer, Metastasis
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