Regrowing nerves and healing without scars? A scientist’s career-long quest comes closer to fruition
At Lankenau Institute for Medical Research, Ellen Heber-Katz (center) has discovered how to regenerate damaged nerves and other wounds in lab animals without scarring, such as the holes in the mouse ...
Axolotls have terrible eyesight. Nocturnal and sensitive to light, the Mexican salamander relies largely on smell and water movement to hunt in the wild. It's ironic, then, that these little critters ...
Nature has again proven effective in treating health conditions, this time nerve injury. According to a new study, a compound found in the blessed thistle plant accelerates the regeneration of damaged ...
In the quest for optimal nerve health, many individuals struggle with the relentless discomfort of neuropathy, a condition that can dramatically affect the quality of life. A myriad of solutions has ...
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 ...
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Spider silk spins new life into nerve repair
Spiders can be an uncomfortable presence for many people, but thanks to a new development, their silk is set to enhance nerve repair to a level not previously achievable. Newrotex, a medical device ...
Connecting pieces of information by finding a common thread often takes glaucoma researchers in unexpected directions. Zinc is one such thread that joined together different experts at Boston Children ...
Living with nerve pain can be an overwhelming experience, affecting your daily activities and overall quality of life. Many people struggle with symptoms such as tingling, numbness, and discomfort ...
Spinal cord injury patient can move his hand thanks to rewired nerves. May 15, 2012— -- A 71-year-old quadriplegic man can move his fingers after surgeons "stole" healthy nerves from his arm and ...
Have you ever experienced that annoying tingling sensation in your hands or feet? Or maybe you’ve found yourself struggling to remember where you left your keys or even a simple word that’s suddenly ...
As the body ages, bones undergo changes that can hinder their ability to regenerate and heal. While previous studies have concentrated on the structural shifts in bone tissue itself, the role of ...
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