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ALS/MND Therapy

Motor Neurons from Stem Cells to Serve as Discovery Tools

November 22, 2006 - Therapy - [2192 views]

In a focused drug discovery effort funded by TREAT ALS, proprietary stem cells and gene changing technologies are to be combined in a search for targets for potential therapies for ALS.

Computer aided thought assistance may slow the progression of ALS

November 03, 2006 - Therapy - [2094 views]

Fundamental theories regarding consciousness, emotion and quality of life in sufferers of paralysis from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (Lou Gehrig's disease) are being challenged based on new research on brain-computer interaction.

The study appears in the latest issue of Psychophysiology. The article reviews the usefulness of currently available brain-computer-interfaces (BCI), which use brain activity to communicate through external devices, such as computers.

Clarifying the role of inflammation in ALS

September 01, 2006 - Therapy - [2434 views]

The ALS Association is funding a continued line of investigation that will build on new evidence that an aspect of inflammation may actually help rather than harm in the progression of ALS.

Dysphagia or Trouble Swallowing Therapy

March 16, 2006 - Therapy - [3943 views]

Vitalstim can be an effective treatment to help people suffering from difficulty swallowing (Dysphagia). Vitalstim is offered at a number of hospitals in the UK, North America and abroad.