Changes in the physiology, neurochemistry and structure of neurons, particularly of their dendritic spines, are thought to be crucial players in age-related cognitive decline. One of the most studied brain structures affected by aging is the hippocampus, known to be involved in different essential cognitive processes. While the aging-associated quantitative changes in dendritic spines of […]
Published on December 23, 2021
Introduction: To develop appropriate strategies for early diagnosis and intervention of cognitive impairment, the identification of minimally invasive and cost-effective biomarkers for the early diagnosis of cognitive impairment is crucial and desirable. Therefore, the CHina registry study on cOgnitive imPairment in the Elderly (HOPE) study is designed to investigate the natural course of cognitive decline […]
Published on December 23, 2021
Background: In normal subjects, the diaphragm plays a key functional role in postural stability, articulation, respiration, defecation, and urination.Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate the role of the diaphragm in postural stability and visceral function in patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and to compare the diaphragm function by gender, Hoehn and Yahr […]
Published on December 23, 2021