Belt to Prevent and Rehabilitate Lower Back Pain Problems

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[26/04/2013] FIK, Tecnalia and BTS launch a belt to prevent lower back pain problems and provide rehabilitation at home and at work. The Lumbia device can be used for patient´s assessment, and for therapy during postural re-education.Belt to Prevent and Rehabilitate Lower Back Pain Problems - Read more

Preventing Chronic Pain with Stress Management

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[25/03/2013] For chronic pain sufferers, such as people who develop back pain after a car accident, avoiding the harmful effects of stress may be key to managing their condition. This is particularly important for people with a smaller-than-average hippocampus, as these individuals seem to be particularly vulnerable to stress, according to a new study.Preventing Chronic Pain with Stress Management - Read more

Humanoid Robot Helps Train Children with Autism

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[22/03/2013] Researchers report that children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) paid more attention to a humanoid robot and followed its instructions almost as well as they did those of a human therapist in standard exercises used to develop joint attention skill. Humanoid Robot Helps Train Children with Autism - Read more

January 2013: Inclusive Education – Learning from and with everybody

In countries like Italy, Norway and Sweden it is already reality what is still demanded in Germany – the joint lessons of children with and without disabilities. However, inclusion does not end with the graduation. That’s why this month is about students with handicap and a teacher with Down's syndrome. For in the Topic of the Month is about Inclusive Education – Learning from and with everybody.January 2013: Inclusive Education – Learning from and with everybody - Read more

December 2012: Soul Helps Body – Psychology in Rehabilitation

The fact that the psychic constitution of a person also affects the physical health is no secret anymore. However, too seldom this potential is also used accordingly. Which theoretical and practical estimates there are in medical rehabilitation, you will get to know in the Topic of the Month December: Soul Helps Body – Psychology in Rehabilitation.December 2012: Soul Helps Body – Psychology in Rehabilitation - Read more

Engaging Parents Leads to Better Treatments for Children With ADHD

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[28/11/2012] Pediatricians and researchers at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's (CHOP) have developed a first-of-its kind tool to help parents and health care providers better treat ADHD (attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder). Engaging Parents Leads to Better Treatments for Children With ADHD - Read more

Extra Chromosome 21 Removed from Down Syndrome Cell Line

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[26/11/2012] University of Washington scientists have succeeded in removing the extra copy of chromosome 21 in cell cultures derived from a person with Down's syndrome. In Down syndrome, the body's cells contain three copies of chromosome 21, rather than the usual pair.Extra Chromosome 21 Removed from Down Syndrome Cell Line - Read more

Digital Tablets Improve Speed of Reading

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[19/11/2012] People who have eye diseases that damage their central vision can regain the ability to read quickly and comfortably by using digital tablets, according to a recent study.Digital Tablets Improve Speed of Reading - Read more

Early Treatment Sparks Striking Brain Changes in Autism

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[16/11/2012] When given early treatment, children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) made significant improvements in behavior, communication, and most strikingly, brain function, Yale School of Medicine researchers report in a new study. Early Treatment Sparks Striking Brain Changes in Autism - Read more