Electrical stimulation of the spinal cord, such as following a spinal cord injury, has made great strides in recent years. However, high-frequency stimulation pulses, which are used in many current ...

While often considered the go-to imaging tool, a standard MRI scan offers an incredibly detailed view of soft tissues, including the spine, discs and surrounding nerves. It is exceptionally effective ...

High-frequency electrical nerve modulation employs kilohertz-range alternating currents or bursts to achieve reversible and local control of neural conduction. By exploiting biophysical interactions ...

The nervous system is considered your body's command center for a reason. Made up of your brain, spinal cord, and nerves, your nervous system tells you when to breathe, when to speak, and when and how ...

ALS and nerve injury symptoms may feel similar. However, ALS is a progressive condition, and the symptoms people may experience typically worsen over time. In some cases, nerve injuries may trigger ...

In a new study published in The Journal of Clinical Investigation, Eroboghene Ubogu, M.D., professor in the University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Neurology and director of the Division of ...

Your hands and feet contain thousands of delicate nerve fibers that carry crucial messages between your brain and the rest of your body. When these nerves become damaged, they often send warning ...

You may be familiar with the central nervous system, which includes the brain and spinal cord. It processes information to make key decisions about bodily functions. Outside of this system is the ...

Damage to the body's peripheral nerves can cause pain and movement disorders. Researchers have recently investigated how damaged nerves can regenerate better. They found that fat tissue strongly ...

To prevent this, the electrodes must be tightly fastened, which can compress the nerve, reducing blood flow and potentially causing nerve damage. Due to these challenges, traditional methods struggle ...

TMJ disorder can cause intense pain in the jaw, neck, and head. If left untreated, TMJ disorders can lead to chronic pain, difficulty chewing, swelling, and in rare cases, it may lead to nerve damage.