Summary:Cerevance has initiated the Phase 3 ARISE trial to evaluate solengepras, a non-dopaminergic therapy targeting specific brain circuits, as a potential adjunctive treatment for Parkinson’s disease. Key Takeaways: Novel Mechanism: Solengepras aims to...
Summary:UC San Diego engineers have developed a wearable, wireless ultrasound device that enables precise, long-term monitoring of muscle activity with applications in healthcare and human-machine interfaces, offering a high-resolution alternative to electromyography...
Medbridge, known for its healthcare technology solutions, has acquired Rehab Boost, a motion capture and movement-based artificial intelligence (AI) company. The acquisition will relaunch Rehab Boost as Medbridge Motion Capture, a key component of Medbridge AI,...
Summary:Cleveland Clinic researchers found that a 12-week virtual yoga program effectively reduces pain and improves function in chronic low back pain patients, offering a viable non-pharmacologic treatment. Key Takeaways: Effective Pain Reduction and Improved...
Summary:OneStep has secured $36 million to expand its smartphone-based gait analysis technology, aiming to make gait a widely-recognized “sixth vital sign” for health monitoring and disease management. Key Takeaways: Accessible Gait Analysis: OneStep’s...
Summary:Researchers at the University of Maryland have created a comprehensive genomic database, GLADdb, to improve diversity in genomics research by including extensive Latin American DNA data. Key Takeaways: GLADdb compiles genome-wide data from nearly 54,000 Latin...
Summary:Rizing Tide has awarded its 2024 Surge scholarships to five doctors of physical therapy enrolled in U.S. residency programs, providing financial support to help alleviate education-related expenses and promote a more inclusive PT workforce. Key Takeaways:...
Summary:The Mayo Clinic study suggests that the ability to balance on one leg, particularly the nondominant leg, is a more significant indicator of aging than strength or gait changes. Key Takeaways: Balance on one leg declines with age and is closely linked to fall...
Summary: A large-scale study of military veterans suggests a possible link between hearing loss and increased risk of Parkinson’s disease, with hearing aids potentially reducing this risk when used within two years of diagnosis. Takeaways: Hearing Loss and...
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced additional resources and flexibilities available in response to Hurricane Milton in Florida. CMS is working closely with the State of Florida and federal partners to put these...
