Archive: 01/04/2015
Predicting chronic pain in whiplash injuries
While most people should expect to fully recover from whiplash injuries within the first few months, about 25 percent have long-term pain and disability that lasts many months or years.
Apr 1, 2015
Study of brain networks shows differences in children with OCD
A new study by scientists at the Wayne State University School of Medicine demonstrates that communication between some of the brain's most important centers is altered in children with obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Apr 1, 2015
Migrating immune cells promote nerve cell demise in the brain
A small area in the midbrain known as the substantia nigra is the control center for all bodily movement. Increasing loss of dopamine-generating neurons in this part of the brain therefore leads to the main symptoms of Parkinson's ...
Apr 1, 2015
Sexual dysfunction inadequately reported in hair loss drug trials
Published reports of clinical trials provide insufficient information to adequately establish the safety of finasteride for treatment of hair loss in men, according to a new Northwestern Medicine study to be published April ...
Apr 1, 2015
Soldiers cite 'Medic!' as a top hearing priority
'Medic!', 'Hold fire!' and grid references are amongst the highest priorities for soldiers to be able to hear while on duty, according to new research from the University of Southampton.
Apr 1, 2015
Researchers testing two physical therapy treatments for plantar fasciitis
Loyola University Medical Center is conducting a clinical trial on two physical therapy regimens to treat plantar fasciitis, which causes stabbing heel pain.
Apr 1, 2015
Negotiating: Careful choice of words increases chances of success
When negotiating your next pay raise, haggling at the flea market or selling a used car, attention should be paid to the choice of words. Because the findings of a recent study by Leuphana University of Lüneburg and Saarland ...
Apr 1, 2015
Study exposes failing workplace cancer compensation scheme
Workers suffering occupational cancer and other potentially lethal work-related diseases can forget about any Government compensation, according to a new report by University of Stirling health researchers.
Apr 1, 2015