Neuroscience
In test, zaps to spine help 2 stroke survivors move arms
A stroke left Heather Rendulic with little use of her left hand and arm, putting certain everyday tasks like tying shoes or cutting foods out of reach.
Feb 25, 2023
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News tagged with muscle injury
Sports medicine & Kinesiology
You can prevent sports overuse injuries
"Move it or lose it" the saying goes, but too much exercise or playing sports can lead to overuse injuries.
Jan 27, 2023
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Sports medicine & Kinesiology
Tears in Tokyo: Muscle–tendon injuries during Olympic competition can spell heartbreak
In a recent study, researchers reviewed magnetic resonance images (MRI) of muscle injuries experienced by athletes during the Tokyo Olympic Games and found that when muscle injuries were characterized by torn fibers extending ...
Jan 18, 2023
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Health
Five ways to avoid pain and injury when starting a new exercise regime
Getting in the habit of exercising isn't easy. Not only is finding the time to exercise a major deterrent for people, the fear of aches, pain and injuries is also a reason that people put off starting a new exercise regime.
Dec 30, 2022
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Sports medicine & Kinesiology
Q&A: Common calf muscle injuries in runners over 40
I am a 50-year-old man who enjoys running. I have completed several half-marathons and began training for longer distances. A few months ago, I tore my calf muscle. I went to physical therapy, and all seemed to heal well. ...
Dec 5, 2022
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Neuroscience
Study discovers previously unknown ability of the autonomic nervous system
The autonomic nervous system is known as the control center for involuntary bodily processes such as the beating of our hearts and our breathing.
Nov 11, 2022
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
How COVID-19 damages lungs: The virus attacks mitochondria, continuing an ancient evolutionary battle
Viruses and bacteria have a very long history. Because viruses can't reproduce without a host, they've been attacking bacteria for millions of years. Some of those bacteria eventually became mitochondria, synergistically ...
Oct 31, 2022
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Health
Training with an inexperienced personal trainer is often more painful
Hiring a personal trainer with more than five years' experience significantly reduces the risk of minor injuries and pain compared to a trainer new to the profession, according to a new study.
Oct 4, 2022
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Medications
A novel drug suppresses muscle inflammation and helps with muscle weakness
Inflammatory myopathies can be challenging to treat, but a new study reports encouraging findings for patients with these debilitating conditions. Researchers from Japan have found that a novel member of a class of anti-diabetes ...
Aug 18, 2022
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Other
World-first study reveals physical toll on law enforcement recruits
For the first time, a new study has identified the number and type of injuries commonly experienced by police recruits whilst undergoing their academy training, an important step towards ensuring new officers can in the future ...
Aug 3, 2022
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