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… that causes muscles to move or tighten on their own, out of a person’s control. These unintentional movements can lead … other types affect groups of muscles or muscles throughout the body. Dystonia symptoms can in some cases be … can be different from person to person, depending on which muscles or body parts are affected or the health …
… in the early 1980s, a scientist trying to understand how birds learn to sing began to see how neurogenesis in the … nervous system (which includes the brain and spinal cord) is made up of two basic types of cells: Neurons, the nerve … the cell’s genetic material. The axon looks like a long tail and sends messages from the cell. Dendrites look …
… disorder that is typically noticed at birth and includes weakness and lack of muscle tone. Some congenital myopathies … is a range of symptoms: Lack of muscle control and weakness Hard time breathing Hard time eating Slow to reach … disorder that is typically noticed at birth and includes weakness and lack of muscle tone. Some congenital myopathies …
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
June is Pride Month, and this month has been an important time to reflect on the neurological health and well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex people and all others who fall under the queer umbrella (LGBTQI+). Approximately 11 million individuals identify as LGBTQI+ living in the United States in 2020. Our society, like LGBTQI+ individuals, is multidimensional, encompassing…
… On this page What is narcolepsy? Narcolepsy is a chronic neurological disorder … in narcolepsy is often like a “sleep attack,” where an overwhelming feeling of sleepiness comes on quickly. In …
… On this page What is kuru? Kuru is a rare and fatal brain disorder that occurred at epidemic levels from the 1950s to 1960s among the Fore people in the highlands of New … and they died in a comatose state from six to 12 months after the first appearance of symptoms. Where can I find more …
… diagnosis, targeted treatment, and comprehensive care for people affected by TBI Nearly 50 million people suffer … have created a new classification system that could change how doctors understand brain injuries. The system, called … Doctors examine mental health conditions, medical history, how the injury happened, and other details that affect …
… On this page What is tethered spinal cord syndrome? Tethered spinal cord syndrome (TSCS) is a disorder of the nervous system caused by tissue that attaches itself to the spinal cord and limits the movement of the spinal cord. The tissue …
… trials are studies that allow us to learn more about disorders and improve care. They can help connect patients … learn more about paroxysmal choreoathetosis and related disorders. Clinical research uses human volunteers to help … better ways to safely detect, treat, or prevent disease. All types of volunteers are needed—those who are healthy or …
… Image The NINDS Cooperative Research to Enable and Advance … and biologics-based therapies for disorders that fall under the NINDS mission. The last NINDS CREATE Bio program … and biologics-based therapies for disorders that fall under the NINDS mission. …