Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Noninvasive Spinal Stimulation Helps Restore Stepping in Paralysis

Researchers at the Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Medical Science have shown that noninvasive spinal stimulation can help people with chronic spinal cord injury regain stepping movements. The system links signals from the hands to stimulation of the lumbar spine. When […]

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Wearable Foot Sensors and Depth Cameras Match Clinical Standards for Gait Analysis

Researchers at Florida Atlantic University have demonstrated that wearable foot sensors and depth cameras can accurately measure gait in clinical settings, offering a scalable alternative to traditional electronic walkways. This breakthrough could improve how clinicians monitor mobility, detect fall risk,

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AI-Powered Radar System Monitors Subtle Health Changes Without Wearables

Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed a contactless radar system that uses artificial intelligence to monitor subtle changes in a person’s health. Unlike wearable devices that require physical contact or regular charging, this system operates remotely by analyzing

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Implantable Neurostimulator Restores Blood Pressure Control After Spinal Cord Injury

A new implant developed through an international collaboration led by the University of Calgary has shown remarkable success in restoring blood pressure regulation for individuals with spinal cord injuries (SCI). The device, which delivers targeted electrical stimulation to the spinal

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Artificial Cartilage Offers Smarter Arthritis Relief

Arthritis affects hundreds of millions of people worldwide, often causing chronic pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. While current treatments can help manage symptoms, they frequently come with side effects and require frequent dosing. Researchers at the University of Cambridge have

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Biodegradable Implant Supercharges Bone Regrowth and Healing

A new material developed at Penn State may significantly improve how broken bones heal, especially in cases involving complex or slow-healing fractures. The innovation, called CitraBoneQMg, is a biodegradable scaffold designed to support rapid bone regeneration while also reducing inflammation

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New Imaging Reveals How Bones Respond During Hip Replacement Surgery

Researchers at the University of Warwick have developed advanced imaging techniques that reveal what happens inside bones during hip replacement surgery, offering new insights that could improve implant stability and long-term outcomes. The study focuses on uncemented total hip arthroplasty,

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