Brain Spikes: Synchrony May Be Key to Cracking Brain’s Neural Code
Despite many remarkable discoveries in the field of neuroscience during the past several decades, researchers have not been able to fully crack the brain's "neural code." The neural code details [...]
Death of the NFL: Part 2
In part one of this series, I suggested that the increased size, speed and strength of today's NFL players are creating a dramatically more impactful and damaging set of collisions. [...]
Having purpose in life 'could reduce stroke risk'
ShareThis Author: The Telegraph Published Date: March 5, 2013 Publication: www.telegraph.co.uk Original article: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/healthnews/9910103/Having-purpose-in-life-coul... People who feel that they have a purpose in life are 20 per cent less likely [...]
Jazz musician overcomes brain injury with music
It's a remarkable story of determination, perseverance and above all, a deep love of music, jazz music in particular. Connor Derraugh is a 17-year old aspiring musician who plays alto [...]
Brain Injury: My Road To Recovery – ‘Time Is Of The Essence’
BOSTON (CBS) – If you were to ask 10 people on the street what TBI is, you’d be hard pressed to find even one person who knows the answer. TBI [...]
Stroke patients’ health outcomes influenced by spouse’s optimism
TORONTO – Spouses and family members looking after a loved one who just suffered a stroke have a reason to try to stay optimistic during the trying times: new American [...]
Perry’s Prospects: Tough opponent for hockey player
Watch the inspiring story of young hockey player Dane as he recovers from a hemorrhagic stroke and learns how to love his favourite sport from the sidelines. View video>>
Safety Report: Young Athletes and Sports Concussions
Taking a hard hit to the head is causing concussions in more young athletes. Virginia schools are preparing parents and young athletes to deal with the impacts of an increasing [...]
Brain Injury Patient Urges Kids to Wear Helmets
In this bitter cold, you want to make sure your children are well protected if they're going skating or tobogganing. But you may want to consider another layer of protection: [...]