Body Protheses May Last for More than 150 Years

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[10/03/2010] Current body protheses do not last more than 10 - 15 years. After this time, the operation has to be repeated in order to change prothesis. Researchers have now found a way of producing a prosthesis that could last more than 150 years.  Body Protheses May Last for More than 150 Years - read more

Video Games May Combat Depression in Older Adults

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 [01/03/2010] Research suggests a novel route to improving the symptoms of subsyndromal depression (SSD) in seniors through the regular use of "exergames" – entertaining video games that combine game play with exercise. Video Games May Combat Depression in Older Adults - read more

Artificial Foot Recycles Energy for Easier Walking

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 [22/02/2010] An artificial foot that recycles energy otherwise wasted in between steps could make it easier for amputees to walk, its developers say.  Artificial Foot Recycles Energy for Easier Walking - read more

Safety Net for Fall-Prone Elderly

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 [20/01/2010] Falls are the main cause of injuries among elderly people, but until now doctors have had few ways of monitoring and counteracting mobility problems among patients. New research aims to change that. Safety Net for Fall-Prone Elderly - read more

Virtual Reality Tele-Rehab Improves Hand Function

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[18/01/2010] Remotely monitored in-home virtual reality videogames improved hand function and forearm bone health in teens with hemiplegic cerebral palsy. Virtual Reality Tele-Rehab Improves Hand Function - read more

Music Therapy Helps Toddlers to Start Talking

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 [13/01/2010] A new study revealed that music therapy can assist in the speech acquisition process in toddlers who have undergone cochlear implantation. Music Therapy Helps Toddlers to Start Talking - read more