Walking Your Dog Could Increase Your Risk of Traumatic Brain Injury
The three most prevalent leash-related injuries among adults treated in U.S. emergency departments from 2001 to 2020 were fractures of the finger, traumatic brain injury,…
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Feeling Younger Isn’t Just Psychological – It Has Health Benefits
Even in old age, feeling youthful may reduce the likelihood of physical impairment and illness The phrase “you’re only as old as you feel” is…
“Zombie Cells” Hold Clues to Improved Healing of Spinal Cord Injuries
Mammals have a poor ability to recover after a spinal cord injury which can result in paralysis. A main reason for this is the formation…
Stretchable Conductive Hydrogel Developed That Could Help Repair Damaged Nerves
Injuries to peripheral nerves — tissues that transmit bioelectrical signals from the brain to the rest of the body — often result in chronic pain,…
Domestic Violence Injuries Increased During COVID-19 – With More Severe Injuries Suffered by Victims
There was a higher incidence and severity of physical intimate partner violence (IPV) among patients seen at a large, academic medical center in the U.S….
Your Eyes Can Reveal if You’ve Suffered a Traumatic Experience in the Past
Study shows how traumatic experiences can leave their mark on a person’s eyes. New research by Welsh academics shows that a patient’s pupils can reveal…
“Cell Pores” Discovery Offers New Hope for Millions With Brain and Spinal Cord Injuries
New research from a team of international scientists shows how swelling associated with brain and spinal cord injury can be stopped using a drug already…
Uber and Lyft Ridesharing Linked to More Crash Injuries for Motorists and Pedestrians
Ride-hailing trips increase the number of crashes for motorists and pedestrians at pick-up and drop-off locations, reports a new study from researchers at the Columbia…
Thousands of Lives Could Be Saved With Bouncy and Durable Rubber Pavements
A team of researchers supported by an EU initiative is testing pavements made from recycled tires to prevent injuries from accidents and falls. Falls and…
3D Bioprinted Skeletal Muscles Integrated With Neural Cells to Accelerate Functional Regeneration
Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine (WFIRM) scientists have improved upon the 3D bioprinting technique they developed to engineer skeletal muscle as a potential therapy…
New Hope for Healing Spinal Injuries Using Commonly Available Drugs
Drug Cocktail Holds Promise for Spinal Injuries Scientists have discovered a combination of two commonly available drugs that could help the body heal spinal fractures….
Smart Bandages Automatically Sense and Treat Bacterial Infections
According to the World Health Organization, antibiotic resistance is one of the biggest threats to global health. Sensing and treating bacterial infections earlier could help…
Paralyzed Dog Walks Again Thanks to Stem Cell Transplant
Researchers have used pet dogs, with real injuries, to test a treatment that involved transplanting cells from the lining of the nose and injecting them…
Skull From China May Be The Oldest Evidence Of Human Violence
There’s no question that we humans have been a violent species. All you need to do is watch the nightly news or any given blockbuster…
