Read Top Medical > Neurology Headlines and Articles from http://www.medicalprnews.com en-us http://www.medicalprnews.com/rss_feeds.htm http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2012/02/texans-for-stem-cell-research-tscr-and-core-health-foundation-chf-collaborate-to-advance-medical-research-needs-260909.htm Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Stroke Stem Cell Clinical Trials and Potential Medical School Discussed http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2012/01/subject-of-brutal-fan-beating-bryan-stow-on-the-path-to-recovery-259599.htm Sat, 28 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT On March 31, 2011, opening day of baseball season, Giants fan Bryan Stow was brutally beaten outside of Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. This merciless beating left Stow, a paramedic and avid fan of the visiting San Francisco Giants, with a severe traumatic brain injury. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2012/01/accidental-deaths-from-prescription-drug-abuse-and-overdose-rising-258599.htm Sun, 22 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT The rising number of accidental deaths from overdosing on prescription drugs is becoming alarming. More awareness needs to be created to help people understand the vital importance of following directions when taking prescription medication. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2012/01/a-primer-on-birth-injuries-involving-bleeding-in-the-brain-257352.htm Sun, 15 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT The most traumatic of all birth injuries are the ones affecting the baby's brain. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2012/01/alandra-medical-onestop-shop-for-medical-device-design-development-and-clinical-trials-256624.htm Thu, 12 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT ALANDRA Medical supports healthcare development through medical device innovation and capital efficiency. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2012/01/irish-tenor-ronan-tynan-to-keynote-myotronics-46th-anniversary-seminar-256295.htm Wed, 11 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Modern day andquot;Renaissance Manandquot; will kick off 2-day program featuring 20 outstanding speakers in the field of neuromuscular dentistry. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/12/rhode-island-medical-malpractice-and-brain-injury-diagnosis-254008.htm Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT Diagnosing and beginning treatment for brain injury early is important to preventing further injury and getting patients on the road to recovery. Symptoms of brain injury are often mistaken for other illnesses, leading to a delayed diagnosis or failure to diagnose the brain injury altogether. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/12/childhood-head-trauma-has-longlasting-consequences-252876.htm Fri, 16 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT A recent study indicates that moderate to severe head trauma can have a longer lasting effect on children, leaving them significantly impaired two years after the event. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/12/research-uncovers-critical-factor-in-traumatic-brain-injury-recovery-251628.htm Fri, 09 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT New medical research finds brain oxygenation is key indicator for recovery of patients suffering traumatic brain injury. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/12/alzheimers-and-dementia-can-be-disabling-for-workers-250531.htm Sun, 04 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT While those affected by Alzheimer's or dementia at a young age may be unable to work, they may qualify for Social Security disability benefits. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/12/smis-9th-annual-controlled-release-conference-held-on-the-28th-amp-29th-march-2012-london-250541.htm Sun, 04 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT Challenges and solutions in the delivery of a prodrug in an oral, extended-release delivery system http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/12/neurosurgery-study-examines-link-between-oxygen-loss-and-tbi-250314.htm Sat, 03 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT A recent study in the journal Neurosurgery examined the relationship between low oxygen supply to brain tissue (hypoxia) and a patient's risk of death or long-term disability due to a serious TBI. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/12/good-news-for-headache-patients-i-hate-headachesorg-founder-will-start-seeing-a-limited-amount-of-longdistance-patients-in-his-gurnee-illinois-offices-249372.htm Thu, 01 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT The majority of all headaches and migraines are secondary or related to trigeminal nervous function. Neuromuscular treatment combined with posturology, trigger point injections and sphenopalatine ganglion blocks can give life-changing results. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/11/good-news-for-headache-patients-i-hate-headachesorg-founder-will-start-seeing-a-limited-amount-of-long-distance-patients-in-his-gurnee-illinois-offices-249391.htm Tue, 29 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT The majority of all headaches and migraines are secondary or related to trigeminal nervous function. Neuromuscular treatment combined with posturology, trigger point injections and Sphenopalatine Ganglion blocks can give life-changing results. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/11/the-connection-between-traumatic-brain-injuries-and-auto-accidents-248735.htm Thu, 24 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT One of the most prevalent causes of TBI is also one of the most common American behaviors: driving. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/11/dread-your-cpap-mask-tired-from-sleep-apnea-in-san-diego-california-call-sleep-apnea-dentist-james-loye-dds-at-carmel-creek-dental-245746.htm Thu, 10 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT San Diego Sleep Apnea Dentist Dr. James Loye offers an oral appliance alternative to CPAP for sleep and snoring suffers who can't tolerate CPAP and want to improve their health with a full night's sleep. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/11/new-york-state-to-ration-care-to-brain-injured-victims-of-obstetric-malpractice-243912.htm Mon, 07 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT Children in New York State who have been severely injured by proven medical malpractice at birth can no longer recover the cost of their future care from the insurance carriers of the negligent hospital or doctor who caused the injury. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/11/study-shows-second-impact-syndrome-occurrences-increasing-new-york-passes-concussion-management-and-awareness-act-244496.htm Thu, 03 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT More and more sports athletes are suffering from Second Impact Syndrome (SIS). A study published in the Journal of Pediatrics draws attention to the potential dangers of interscholastic sports. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/11/new-surgery-for-migraine-cure-now-offered-in-metro-atlanta-244429.htm Thu, 03 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT Plastic Surgery of Gwinnett, PC announces they are now offering surgical treatments for migraine headaches. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/10/closed-head-injury-in-a-car-accident-239084.htm Thu, 06 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT A closed head injury means you received a hard blow to the head from striking an object, but the object did not break the skull. Car accidents often cause these type of injuries. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/10/new-dimensions-xl-the-allnatural-alternative-for-erectile-dysfunction-is-welcomed-by-the-adult-industry-239121.htm Thu, 06 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT Innovavue Technologies announced today the availability of the powerful new male enhancement product known as New diMENsions XL at well respected establishments within the adult industry. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/09/cdc-says-17-million-traumatic-brain-injuries-occur-each-year-many-because-of-car-accidents-237597.htm Tue, 27 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT Data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that 1.7 million people suffer traumatic brain injury each year. Many of these injuries happen as a result of auto accidents. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/09/what-does-it-take-to-win-a-medical-malpractice-case-quotthe-big-picturequot-202172.htm Tue, 20 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT When sued, medical doctors immediately fall into a state of denial if not righteous indignation. How could they possibly be responsible for a patient's injury or death? Medical Malpractice insurance companies further empower physicians by granting them the absolute right to have their case tried to verdict before a jury, no matter how egregious their conduct. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/09/tired-of-sleep-apnea-in-omaha-nebraska-hate-cpap-try-a-custom-oral-appliance-234181.htm Sat, 10 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT Dr. Roger Roubal at the Advanced TMJ and Sleep Center in Omaha offers an oral appliance alternative to CPAP for sleep and snoring suffers who can't tolerate CPAP or want a comfortable no-mask treatment option. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/09/parents-who-did-not-save-their-childrens-umbilical-cord-blood-have-a-second-chance-with-tooth-bud-from-developing-wisdom-teeth-british-stem-cell-study-shows-safety-of-injecting-cells-into-brain-233942.htm Fri, 09 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT An article in the BBC news described a new study for treating stroke with Stem Cells. Stem Cells from developing tooth buds are ideal due to their lineage from the Neural Crest. New Heart LLC reports their cells andquot;Are Growing like Weeds!andquot; http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/9/paul-t-loveric-distinguished-as-vip-of-the-year-for-dedication-to-nursing-233309.htm Tue, 06 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT Paul Loveric specializes in medical and surgical nursing, as well as medical rehabilitation, neurology, geriatrics and urology http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/09/new-study-identifies-more-accurate-method-to-detect-and-diagnose-tbis-233396.htm Sun, 04 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT A new study testing the accuracy of an advanced imaging scanner in identifying TBIs is yielding some promising results. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/9/dr-francisco-vazquez-earns-membership-with-stanford-whos-who-232839.htm Fri, 02 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT Stanford Who's Who welcomes Francisco Vazquez, MD to the ranks of leading professionals as a result of his exceptional effort in the Healthcare Industry. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/09/scholars-explore-traumatic-brain-injury-at-the-workplace-232708.htm Thu, 01 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT Traumatic brain injuries cause hundreds of worker deaths annually. Explore new research that identifies at-risk groups and informs employers on how to prevent workplace injuries. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/09/spine-surgeon-la-now-offers-minimally-invasive-neck-surgery-232764.htm Thu, 01 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT The spine is the backbone of our posture. It makes walking, standing, sleeping and sitting comfortable. If the spine is injured or paralyzed, these activities can be virtually impossible. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/08/houston-personal-injury-lawyer-muhammad-aziz-representing-fort-bend-resident-after-doctor-failed-to-diagnose-brain-tumor-229591.htm Mon, 15 Aug 2011 08:00:00 GMT Personal injury attorney Muhammad Aziz, of Abraham, Watkins, Nichols, Sorrels, Agosto andamp; Friend in Houston, Texas, was recently mentioned in the news for his representation of a Fort Bend resident. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/8/dr-rada-petrinjacnenadic-named-vip-of-the-year-for-excellence-in-general-neurology-229346.htm Fri, 12 Aug 2011 08:00:00 GMT For the last three decades, Dr. Petrinjac-Nenadic has made a difference in the lives of her patients http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/8/robin-levymiller-mdboard-certified-internal-medicineboard-eligible-integrative-medicineconsults-on-health-and-provides-highquality-medical-care-229417.htm Fri, 12 Aug 2011 08:00:00 GMT Dr. Robin Levy-Miller has served as a national medical director, practices clinical, academic and administrative medicine in the Chicago region and nationally. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/08/backtoschool-advice-for-parents-and-teachers-for-making-school-safe-228757.htm Thu, 11 Aug 2011 08:00:00 GMT NJCTS Anxiety Webinar Series continues on August 17 http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/08/ohio-spinal-cord-injury-victims-getting-a-better-outlook-228461.htm Wed, 10 Aug 2011 08:00:00 GMT Thousands of Americans sustain traumatic spinal cord injuries every year. Learn more about some of the common causes, and the new treatments being developed. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/07/accidents-a-common-cause-of-traumatic-brain-injury-226358.htm Thu, 28 Jul 2011 08:00:00 GMT Learn more about traumatic brain injury and how to reduce risk during your favorite summer activities. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/07/veterans-benefits-act-increases-coverage-for-traumatic-brain-injury-226101.htm Wed, 27 Jul 2011 08:00:00 GMT The Act expands insurance coverage for veterans who suffered traumatic injuries and authorizes greater disability compensation for veterans with residual traumatic brain injury. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/7/daniel-d-dodai-md-honored-for-excellence-in-diagnostic-imaging-226243.htm Wed, 27 Jul 2011 08:00:00 GMT Dr. Do-Dai, a veteran of the U.S. Army, was a partner in a successful private practice when he felt called to work in an academic environment http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/07/wireless-digital-xray-technology-offers-better-image-quality-lower-dose-levels-and-improved-customer-satisfaction-225741.htm Tue, 26 Jul 2011 08:00:00 GMT Improved patient throughput coupled with higher productivity is an attractive, wallet-friendly option that is garnering the attention of the healthcare industry. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/07/child-anxiety-what-does-treatment-entail-for-the-child-and-family-225292.htm Fri, 22 Jul 2011 08:00:00 GMT NJCTS Wednesday Webinars special Anxiety Series continues July 27 http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/07/recent-state-legislation-dealing-with-traumatic-brain-injury-224806.htm Wed, 20 Jul 2011 08:00:00 GMT Few injuries are more tragic than that of a high school athlete suffering a traumatic brain injury. Literally, they are struck down in their prime, often on the athletic field. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/7/carroll-p-osgood-md-recognized-as-a-neurosurgery-professional-of-the-year-by-cambridge-whos-who-224413.htm Mon, 18 Jul 2011 08:00:00 GMT A former military doctor, Dr. Carroll Osgood is board-certified in noninvasive vascular technology http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/07/motorcycle-riding-without-a-helmet-is-dangerous-business-224274.htm Sat, 16 Jul 2011 08:00:00 GMT It was almost 30 years ago that my high school classmate, Mark Dolinksy, was riding home on his bicycle on a residential street in White Plains. A car struck him as he turned into his driveway. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/07/new-heart-llc-is-desperately-seeking-oral-surgeons-and-pedodontists-to-alter-the-future-course-of-medicine-by-participating-in-stem-cell-therapies-of-the-future-224077.htm Fri, 15 Jul 2011 08:00:00 GMT Dr Wayne Franco and New Heart LLC see a major change in stem cell therapies in the near future. The developing tooth bud may be the richest and most versatile source of viable stem cells. Early studies show explosive growth of these stem cells. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/07/dental-sleep-medicine-practices-can-connect-with-sleep-apnea-and-snoring-patients-by-joining-new-membership-program-more-than-10000-unique-visitors-each-month-seek-alternatives-to-cpap-223779.htm Thu, 14 Jul 2011 08:00:00 GMT Dental sleep medicine practices can join the new and affordable I Hate CPAP Membership Program to reach thousands of snoring and sleep apnea suffers who can't tolerate CPAP treatment. Over 10,000 unique visitors each month go to www.IHateCPAP.com. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/07/wordq-speakq-software-helps-strokeaphasia-sufferers-regain-ability-to-communicate-223110.htm Sat, 09 Jul 2011 08:00:00 GMT When a person suffers a stroke their ability to communicate can be affected to varying degrees. For some stroke victims, recovery of their communicative skills may last only a few months. For others, it may take much longer. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/07/miles-for-hope-collaborates-with-two-brain-tumor-organizations-to-fund-100000-ucla-brain-cancer-vaccine-trial-for-lowgrade-glioma-patients-222602.htm Wed, 06 Jul 2011 08:00:00 GMT Accelerated Brain Cancer Cure Foundation and Stephen M. Coffman Charitable Trust join Miles For Hope in funding $100,000 grant for brain tumor research. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/06/the-potentially-serious-consequences-of-quotmildquot-brain-injuries-219898.htm Wed, 22 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT The potentially serious consequences of andquot;mildandquot; brain injuries. http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/06/immediate-issues-after-a-traumatic-brain-injury-tbi-219899.htm Wed, 22 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT Immediate Issues after a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). http://www.medicalprnews.com/medical_neurology_articles/2011/06/keynote-speaker-joe-mohs-to-share-personal-story-of-autism-recovery-card-new-york-autism-summer-conference-219455.htm Sat, 18 Jun 2011 08:00:00 GMT The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) has selected autism advocate Joe Mohs to share his story of recovery from autism at the CARD New York Autism Summer Conference on Saturday, June 25, 2011, in New Rochelle, NY.