Tag Archives: Parkinson’s

Revolutionizing Parkinson’s Care: A New Noninvasive Wearable Device

How harnessing focused vibrations can be used to treat Parkinson's motor symptoms
Posted on March 14, 2024 by Monica Salazar (Blog Writer) SevenPonds

A groundbreaking wearable device for Parkinson’s disease developed by the UK-based medical device company Charco Neurotech offers a promising non-invasive solution for individuals living with the disease. Dubbed the CUE1, this compact circular device operates by emitting high-frequency vibrations. Users … Continue reading →

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Replacing Nerves Damaged by Parkinson’s Disease

Cutting-edge stem cell research shows hope for those living with Parkinson’s
Posted on December 29, 2014 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Parkinson’s Disease affects one’s nervous system through its progressive degeneration. Consequentially, an individual’s motor skills depreciate in their operation over time. There’s no “cure” for Parkinson’s Disease, but a recent publication in the journal Cell Stem Cell shares that “stem … Continue reading →

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Predicting Parkinson’s?

Oxford scientists say a new “resting state fMRI” scan can detect onset of Parkinson’s
Posted on June 16, 2014 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

An Oxford study in last week’s Neurology brings new hope to the prospect of detecting Parkinson’s disease in its earliest stages. Currently, the disorder has no cure, remaining one of the most painful chronic illnesses due to its gradually degenerative … Continue reading →

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