The discussion about the use of medical cannabis to treat various diseases has increased worldwide in recent years. The potential of cannabis-based therapies is being intensively researched, particularly for Parkinson's disease, a neurodegenerative disease that affects millions of people.
Musk or Messiah? The ethical challenges of Neuralink
Elon Musk, the man behind Tesla and SpaceX, has a vision with Neuralink: curing diseases, improving human abilities and ultimately merging humans and machines. But behind the tantalizing promises of healing and progress lurk serious ethical concerns.
Musk or Messiah? The ethical challenges of Neuralink
Elon Musk, the man behind Tesla and SpaceX, has a vision with Neuralink: curing diseases, improving human abilities and ultimately merging humans and machines. But behind the tantalizing promises of healing and progress lurk serious ethical concerns.
As a Parkinson's sufferer, fighting against “freezing” while walking is a daily challenge. Every step can become an arduous slog until you end up frozen in place. The frustration and risk of falls accompany us Parkinson's patients at every turn. But now there is a promising development: Researchers have developed a wearable robotic system that triggers a gentle pull at crucial moments and can thus prevent the dreaded freezing.Tomorrow
When a person with Parkinson's or a relative wants to find out about a possible disease, accompanying symptoms play a crucial role. These can affect different parts of the body, including skin, skeleton, sensory organs and psyche. The severity and occurrence of these symptoms vary from person to person, and it is important to note that some symptoms may have other causes.
Welcome to the new year! The new year offers us the perfect opportunity to try out new things and discover new potential within ourselves. Let's revive the desire for movement together, awaken curiosity for the unknown and develop calmness for things that are beyond our control.
Inspired by this thought, in this article I look at the fascinating connections between exercise and the brain.
Karl Walter, an 80-year-old resident of Karlsfeld, has had an impressive and transformative experience with Parkinson's disease. This condition, characterized by a constant shaking, also known as tremor, had severely affected his ability to carry out everyday tasks. Even basic tasks, such as tying a tie or lacing his shoes, posed major challenges for him.
It's only been 3 weeks since I underwent deep brain stimulation. When I decided on this complex but established procedure at the Rechts der Isar Clinic in autumn 2023, I had a precise idea of what would happen in my head, but whether it would work was the father of the thought.
In recent years, THS technology has evolved. Modern procedures now use more advanced imaging techniques and more detailed brain maps to make electrode placement more precise and safer. The electrodes themselves have also evolved. The latest models allow even more precise control of electrical impulses, improving the effectiveness of treatment and reducing side effects.
For almost exactly a year, I looked into the treatment option of deep brain stimulation for myself, collected information, spent three days in the clinic to have my suitability tested, weighed up the pros and cons, opportunities and risks, and now the time has come : I will receive my deep brain stimulation on November 16.11.2023th, XNUMX.
I would like to share this with my readers in a multi-part documentary.
A French-Swiss research group has developed a technique that is intended to correct the gait disorders typical of Parkinson's disease. This has already worked for one patient.