Neurology
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News
September 18, 2023
Early-to-mid pregnancy sleep and circadian markers in relation to birth outcomes: An epigenetics pilot study
This pilot investigation adds to the growing evidence base that pregnancy sleep and circadian health, assessed early on in pregnancy, are related to birth outcomes. Whether prenatal care that includes assessment and counseling for healthy sleep and circadian habits would improve fetal health deserves further investigation.
September 13, 2023
17 Percent of Patients Seeing Neurologist Travel Long Distance
"Our results suggest that policymakers should investigate feasible and affordable ways to improve necessary access to neurologic care, especially in areas with low availability of neurologists and in rural communities," Dr. Lin said in a statement.
September 13, 2023
University of Michigan Health study suggests stroke transfer times are much longer than recommended
Dr. Brian Stamm, a stroke neurologist, is concerned by any delay to getting advanced stroke care. “Stroke is a very time-sensitive condition, every minute that goes by without appropriate stroke treatment, leads to further delay in restoration of blood flow to the brain, which can lead to lasting deficits and disability,” Stamm said.
September 12, 2023
How much melatonin should I take? Experts weigh in on dosage rules, how much is too much.
OTC melatonin is not regulated by the FDA for insomnia, medical conditions or sleep disorders, so it's more easily available to the public, explained Dr. Deirdre Conroy , That being said, studies have shown that the dose of
August 30, 2023
Study: Spinal Cord Stimulation Offers Unmatched Pain Relief for Diabetic Neuropathy
Eva Feldman, MD, PhD , a professor of neurology at the University of Michigan, explained her skepticism: “My concern, which is shared by many neurologists, is that this invasive procedure … has not definitively been
