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… this page What is cerebral palsy? Cerebral palsy (CP) is a brain disorder that appears in infancy or early childhood and … Cerebral palsy is caused by changes in the developing brain that disrupt its ability to control movement and … posture and balance. The term cerebral refers to the brain. Palsy refers to problems with movement. Some cases of …
… On this page What is Alzheimer's disease? Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a … disorder that involves irreversible worsening changes in the ability to think and remember. It is the most common … on others for their care. The risk of AD increases with age, but it can also occur in midlife, between a person's 30s …
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What is ataxia telangiectasia?
Ataxia Telangiectasia (AT)—also known as Louis-Bar syndrome, cerebello-oculocutaneous telangiectasia, or immunodeficiency with ataxia telangiectasia—is a rare inherited childhood neurological disorder that affects the part of the brain that controls motor movement (intended movement of muscles) and speech. AT also affects the spine and immune system. It usually begins in early childhood before age 5.
AT is caused by mutations in the ATM (ataxia-telangiectasis mutated) gene. Some…
… On this page What is CADASIL? CADASIL is a rare inherited disorder that happens when the thickening of blood vessel walls blocks the flow of blood …
… Blueprint MedTech program is an NIH incubator that aims to support the innovators by accelerating the development of … of the nervous system. The mission of the program is to catalyze the translation of novel technologies from early-stage development to readiness for first-in-human clinical studies. By …
… and feel some stiffness. Over time, these symptoms usually get worse. Many people with HSP eventually need a cane, … experience: Vision problems caused by cataracts or damage to the optic nerve and retina Poor muscle coordination … addition to muscle weakness and spasms in the legs, other symptoms of Troyer syndrome include: Permanent …
NeuroNEXT provides a robust, standardized, and accessible infrastructure to facilitate rapid development and implementation of protocols in neurological disorders affecting adult and/or pediatric populations. The network includes multiple Clinical Sites, one Clinical Coordinating Center (CCC) and one Data Coordinating Center (DCC).You DO NOT need to be part of the NeuroNEXT infrastructure to apply to conduct a study within the network. Applications from academic investigators, advocacy…
… disease (CJD) is a rare, rapidly progressing brain disorder. It belongs to a family of diseases known as … to the way affected brains look. With prion diseases, the brain is filled with holes and looks like a sponge when the … they’re formed, prions can clump together and build up in brain tissue, which may lead to the nerve cell loss and other …
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What is deep brain stimulation (DBS)?Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a type of treatment for symptoms of some movement disorders, including dystonia, essential tremor, and Parkinson's disease (PD). DBS uses a surgically implanted, battery-operated device to send electrical signals to areas in the brain that control movement. The signals from DBS control (regulate) the nerve signals that cause movement disorder symptoms. It is a safe and effective treatment for…
… On this page What is Sydenham chorea? Sydenham chorea (SC) is a neurological … disorder that happens in childhood. It is caused by the same bacteria that causes rheumatic fever. Rheumatic … for months. Some children with SC may have another episode of symptoms after the first illness. This usually happens one …